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Your Team of Veterinary Professionals

Dr. Tammy Cleveland purchased Columbia Veterinary Center in 1992 and has been providing veterinary care with her team at this location ever since. She is your team leader.  We all work together, under her leadership, for the good health of your furry family members!
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Dr. Tammy Cleveland
Veterinarian, owner

Dr. Cleveland grew up in Western Washington. She earned her undergraduate degree at Central Washington University and then graduated from Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine and has been practicing in Vancouver ever since. She purchased Columbia Veterinary Center in 1993 and has built a team of 15 who work together to provide excellent medical, surgical and dental services delivered with compassion and understanding. Dr. Cleveland has a passion for people and animals and has a deep respect of the bond between the two. Dr. Cleveland is a member of the AVMA, WSVMA, PVMA and the SWVMA.
Out of the clinic, Dr. Cleveland volunteers on a regular basis at Share House, providing exams and vaccines for the pets belonging to the families using Share House services. She enjoys her own dog, Brin, who is usually at work with her, and her cat, Makita Ilean, the three legged wonder. She also enjoys her family and friends, photography, hiking and motorcycle riding. She especially loves to travel and has had the opportunity to explore Mexico, Australia and the Caribbean. In 2007, she participated in a photograph safari in Kenya... the trip of a lifetime... so far!

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Dr. Liz Grauer
Veterinarian

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Sacramento, California
Pets: Fergie my Ragdoll cat won’t hold still when she’s being pet. My Boxer Gunner loves my neighbors’ kids, especially when they walk with him. Vinnie is my Maltese mix. He bosses Gunner around like he’s twice his size.

If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A flamingo so I could play in the water all day long and fly whenever I want to.


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Dr. Linda Davis
Veterinarian

Starting year at CVC: 2021
Hometown: No single hometown to speak of since I was an Air Force brat then an Air Force wife so have lived all over the world. My parents moved us to Anchorage, AK in 1983, I met and married my husband there, and my dad retired there in 1988 so this would be the closest place I would call my hometown.
Pets: My furred/haired family consists of:
9 dogs - Riley, Delilah, Stan, Goose, Diesel, Pip, Bits, Sheba and Haley; 2 cats - Milo and Stitch; 4 goats - Carol, Daryl, Jake and Penny; 1 mini Donkey - Jenny; 6 Horses - Ashley, Paris, Flair, Dolly, Quill, and Crystal
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I would chose to be the animal that I admire the most the wolf. Wolves mate for life and live as a family unit where the old and sick are protected and the pups raised by the entire pack.
Vet Med: I like to joke and say that I got into vet med so that I could afford all my animals but honestly it's because I cannot think of a better career than one that helps people keep their beloved pets with them as long as possible.
Interesting fact: People think that I am many different nationalities - Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Native American, and Eskimo when I am actually half Japanese and half Irish.
Hobbies: I have had a love of photography since high school and enjoy taking pictures everywhere I go. Reading is the hobby I engage in the most. Whenever possible I love to go camping with my family especially out at the Oregon Dunes to ride our ATVs.

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Dr. Maurine Fritch
Veterinarian

Starting year at CVC: 2019


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Wendy LeMieux – Licensed Veterinary Technician/Hospital Manager

Starting year at CVC: 1999
Hometown: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Pets: Marshall and Gracen
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A boxer, because every one I see is spoiled rotten,  Why wouldn't I not want to be spoiled.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I had a friend that was in the field when I moved to California and got a job working with her.  I quickly realized this is my calling, caring for animals.
Hobbies:  Garden, cut wood, and watch THE Green Bay Packers!

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Elise Hashimoto – Licensed Veterinary Technician

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii
Pets: Sweetums is my kitty that does not like to walk up the stairs, so she cries at the bottom until we carry her up.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A cat, so I could nap all day, and be a carnivore. Or, I would be a wombat because they have square poops.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I always wanted to take care of animals.
Hobbies: Sewing, crocheting, and cooking.

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Aaron Balanay – Licensed Veterinary Technician

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Kaneohe, Hawaii
Pets: Wicked Smaht is a Boston Terrier. He has a “lucky fin”. Daffy is a silly puppy and everything she does is so funny.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?: My spirit animal is a Manatee because I’m a good swimmer, but lazy.
What brought you to veterinary medicine?: They were hiring and I needed a job. I soon found out I was good at it and have stayed for 20 years.
An interesting fact about you: I was president of my LVT class. I’m a father, husband and I know lots of unusual facts.
Hobbies: Fishing


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Nicole Colgrove – Veterinary Technician

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Vancouver, WA
Pets: Clover a dog, Barton a cat, and some fish
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Fox, because I like thinking ahead and prepping for the long winters.  They are clever and beautiful.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? looking for life experience and I've always loved medicine and animals and this is a dream come true!
Hobbies: Aside from being a mom, I love being active with my kids and racing dragon boats.

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Amy O'tey – Senior Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2011
Pets: Mazie, Princeton, and Dutchess
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? If i could be any animal i would be a Panda. They love to lay around, eat all day,  play in the snow and climb trees, and are friendly and adorable!
What brought you to veterinary medicine? Love of animals and helping them brought me to Veterinary medicine. Knew i could never have a day i didnt want to go to work if i was helping animals.
An interesting fact about you: I grew up my whole life on the Lewis River. In 1996 we had to live on the top story of our house for almost 2 weeks flooded in and the 3 chickens I managed to save from hypothermia lived in my room along with the cat and the dog!
Hobbies: SNOWBOARDING, boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking, making jewelry, recently started golfing!  


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Hilary Hanks – Senior Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2017
Hometown: Port Orchard, WA
Pets: Griffey, a goofy yellow lab/golden retriever mix.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?  I would be an otter. Otters are industrious, yet they never forget to enjoy themselves. Plus they're just so stinking cute!
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I always wanted to be in some sort of science field, telling people I wanted to be a mad scientist when I grew up. I also had a love for animals as a kid, as I was surrounded by 7 Dalmatians and a cat that acted like it was one of the dogs. When the adult years rolled around, I wanted to do something truly fulfilling while making a difference in the lives of pets. 
An interesting fact about you: I was a barista for 13 years before finding my calling in veterinary medicine. I'm also a WSU grad. Go Cougs!
Hobbies: Baking, craft breweries, gardening, singing and dancing badly, and spending time with my family at the ocean. 

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Selena Sapien-Fierro – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Pets: Minnie rubs her whole body and face in the snow when she sees it. She loves to do zoomies around the couch and then crashes on my bed and steals it.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?  I would be a white tiger because they’re pretty, fierce, and rare.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I’ve always wanted to be in the vet field since 3rd grade. I am drawn to helping animals.
An interesting fact about you: I like to sing. All my tattoos have meanings and they tell a story.
Hobbies: Singing, working out, and hiking.

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Sadie Adams – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Yamhill, Oregon
Pets: Whiskey is a Bull Mastiff that sleeps all day.
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If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I would be a cow, so I can graze ALL DAY!
What brought you to veterinary medicine?  Growing up on a 100-acre farm with all types of animals, along with my papa.
An interesting fact about you: I love crafting and making things.
Hobbies: Hiking and fishing


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Nikki Behrens – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Pleasant Hill, California
Pets: George is a refined gentleman who loves to play fetch. Isshin is my cat who is affectionately referred to as “the goblin”. He can open doors and loves to harass George.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I love the ocean and scuba diving so I’d probably be a whale shark. Then I could cruise around and see all the other sea life.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I worked in the veterinary field as a receptionist for many years. I really enjoyed it and love animals. It seemed natural to return to the veterinary world when it was time for a career change.
An interesting fact about you: A few years back, I sold my house, put everything in storage and moved my family to Mexico. We had an amazing adventure before returning to the states and settling down in Washington.
Hobbies: Playing video games, hiking, gardening, crafts, hanging out with my kiddos, traveling.


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Kylee Davis – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Vancouver, WA
Pets: Ghost Rider, a cat
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A cat, because I only want food and attention and then left alone after.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I wanted to wake up and doing what I love instead of dreading going to work.  I also wanted to show my son you can love your job and not hate it.
Hobbies: Watch u-tube videos to do dollar store craft projects.

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Skyler Gildersleeve – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Woodland, Washington
Pets: I have two cats and two miniature pinschers at my parents’ house, one of which is my first dog. He’s almost 15 years old. My chocolate lab Marty lays on the back of the couch like a cat and his daughter, Winnie, is my other lab. She’ll do anything for a cookie.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I think I’d be a beaver because they’re always busy and they’re dedicated to their work.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I saw an ad on Craigslist for a kennel attendant and thought it sounded perfect for me since I’m a neat-freak and love dogs. There are lots of opportunities to move up in the workforce too, that’s how I got the job to be an assistant.
An interesting fact about you: I used to work as a zipline guide with my mom. It’s a lot more work than you’d think.
Hobbies: Photography, editing pictures, hiking.


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Julia Henderson – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Vancouver, Washington
Pets: My dog Hunny Bear likes to carry my socks around the house in her mouth.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A bat because they can fly and I think echolocation is pretty cool.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I wanted to find a position/career where I would not want to go home all day, once I entered the field I realized animals are a big passion of mine.
An interesting fact about you: I don’t know how to throw a frisbee.
Hobbies: Painting, sleeping and hanging out with Hunny, Skyler, and Dawn.


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Emilie Ridenour – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2018
Hometown: Columbus, Ohio
Pets: Bubba messes my hair up every morning to get me out of bed. Obsidian chirps like a bird and he will do that spooky-cat movement every day.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A bird, so I could visit wherever I want.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I’ve loved animals since I was a child. I fell in love when I started watching Steve Irwin and Jane Goodall.
An interesting fact about you: I take film photos while hiking.
Hobbies: Camping and reading in my hammock.


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Dawn Skelton – Veterinary Assistant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Pets: Kota, Benjamin, Morgue
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Newt, because I can thrive in a cave and there's no rent!
What brought you to veterinary medicine? Fostering kittens made me realize I love animals and want to help them.
Hobbies: Roller skating, retro video games, paper mache.

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Dena Sarvela – Lead Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2019
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Pets: I don’t have any pets but we have a clinic cat named Lilly that I like taking care of.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A horse so I could go running through fields and mountains.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? A friend recommended it to me and it was a perfect fit.
An interesting fact about you: I used to be very into bowling and I carried an average score of 185.
Hobbies: Anything outdoors.

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Sandra Hamilton – Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2016
Hometown - Vancouver, WA
Pets - Jasper and Raegan
If you could be any animal what would it be and why? A dog, I am jealous of their unconditional love
Interesting fact about you - I have driven and been a patient in an ambulance
Hobbies - I love being outside hiking

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Marie Leland – Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Vancouver, Washington
Pets: Leo, my 9 year old feline. I’ve always had a connection with my animals. They’re great companions, are loyal and get right into my soul. 
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A cat! They love snuggles, and have great views from high up.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? After volunteering for CVC for a while, I decided not to return to the IT world. This job is far more rewarding!
An interesting fact about you: I’m the youngest of 7 children. Nana to 3 grandchildren. Spent my early career in the IT field within the Insurance and Financial industries.
Hobbies: Gardening, and volunteering. I love to travel, and I can’t wait to go again!

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Makenna Prato – Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Shirley, NY
Pets: Two Sugar Gliders: Nutmeg and Vanilla
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I’ve always grown up around animals and value their life’s and have found a passion in helping animals and learning about them.
An interesting fact about you: My passion in art is primarily around painting acrylic pet portraits.
Hobbies: Painting, Art Projects , Reading, Hiking and Video games.

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Tania Santos– Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Shirley, NY
Pets: I have two crazy loving dogs.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I had an internship in high school when I was considering to be a Veterinarian.
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Kayla Wilson– Client Service Representative

Starting year at CVC: 2019
Hometown: Camas, Washington
Pets: Penny is my guinea pig who likes to cuddle everyone. Cookie is my youngest guinea pig who likes to do zoomies in the cage in the middle of the night. Rex is my spoiled rotten dog that meets us at the door with his ball in his mouth. Cheeto is my feral orange tabby that is sweet as pie. He loves cuddles but hates being picked up.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I would be a koala because they like to eat and cuddle.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I have always loved animals but wasn’t sure about being in the field until I got guinea pigs. They are very fragile animals, and it is hard to find an exotic vet to see them.
An interesting fact about you: I love to sing and taught myself how to play 5 different instruments.
Hobbies: Reading and crafting

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Lizzy McCarty– Kennel Attendant

Starting year at CVC: 2020
Hometown: Vancouver, Washington
Pets: I have one cat named Wylean. She’s very sweet and I’ve had her since she was two weeks old. She wakes me up every morning.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? An elephant because I have an easygoing personality and I’m a great listener.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? I thought it was a great field to expand my knowledge in the animal world.
An interesting fact about you: I’ve been going hunting since I was four years old.
Hobbies: I’m a mom so my free time goes towards my boy, he’s my favorite hobby.


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Kaitlyn Osborn– Kennel Attendant

Starting year at CVC: 2019
Hometown: Vancouver, Washington
Pets: My dog Hel is a Blue Heeler/ Australian Shepherd mix and she’s really smart. My other dog Lucan is a Siberian Husky and he’s great at pest control. One of my cats, Mystic, is friendly at home but a lot to handle at the clinic. Faith is my other cat and she’s bonded to me for life.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A wolf because I love how majestic and devoted they are to their pack members. They are free spirits with a lot of beauty.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? My love for animals and my thirst for knowledge. I love seeing the bond between people and their pets.
An interesting fact about you: I served two years in the Navy on the Aircraft carrier CVN 69 “The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower”.
Hobbies: Fishing, shooting, hiking, playing video games.


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Cody Gray – Office Manager

Starting year at CVC: 2016
Hometown: Independence, Oregon
Pets: Zola, my dog, moans when she hugs you. Citra, my cat, always rolls over to get her belly rubbed and my chicken, Summer, jumps on my shoulder.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I would be a Canadian goose because they get to see Earth from above and travel to cool places each year.
What brought you to veterinary medicine? A friend introduced me to animal medicine and with my business background and love of animals, it was a good fit.
An interesting fact about you: I lived in Germany for four years while serving in the Army as an M1A1 armor crewman and served in Desert Storm with the Big Red One.
Hobbies: Fishing, gardening, brewing beer.

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