Sami started her grooming career in 2019 as a bather. She became a licensed pet stylist in 2020. Sami prides herself on making sure her pets look and feel their best. One of the things she loves most about her job is learning the unique personalities of the individual animals she works with and tailoring the groom specifically to them, ensuring they can have the best experience possible. She loves watching some of the most nervous dogs become more comfortable and confident with every visit. In her time outside of work Sami enjoys spending time with her fiancee Sam, her son Dexter, her two dogs Monte and Ellie, and her three cats Cookie, Rome, and Tyrian.
Andrea is originally from New Brunswick, Canada. She graduated from the Centre for Arts and Technology in 2014 with top honors in the Veterinary Assistant program. She has been a part of Ross Bridge Animal Hospital since November of 2017. Andrea enjoys all aspects of veterinary care, but especially enjoys dentistry and phlebotomy. Seeing patients go home happy and healthy to their owners is truly one of the greatest joys for her as a Veterinary Assistant.
Andrea shares her home with her husband, daughter, and adopted fur-children, Serenity and Dobby. In her spare time, Andrea is an avid gamer. She also loves to do many forms of art, such as digital graphic design, dancing, and costume-creation.
Denise, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, joined the team at Ross Bridge in April of 2019. She attended Cumberland College in Williamsburg, Kentucky, where she majored in biology and pre-veterinary medicine. Denise has been employed in the veterinary field since 1998. She began her career in a veterinary research lab, where she worked for 5 years. She then moved to private practice where she has been ever since. She has always had a love of animals and has many of her own. Denise has a special interest in dentistry and loves creating lasting bonds with her patients and their pet parents. Denise likes to garden, fish, read non-fiction books, and crochet.
Skylar grew up in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. She is a 2016 graduate of Vestavia Hills High School and a 2020 graduate of the Veterinary Assistant program at Snead State Community College. She is currently furthering her education in a licensed veterinary technician program. Skylar joined the Ross Bridge family in October of 2021. She is a proud mom of one dog, Costa, and four rescue cats, Moe, September, Tigger, and Boots. Skylar loves all aspects of veterinary medicine, with a special interest in radiology, dentistry, and feline care. She treats each animal as if it were her own and enjoys helping them feel safe in a new environment. Skylar also values building lasting friendships with both pets and their owners. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Brianna is a native of Auburn, Alabama. She completed her bachelor’s degree in Equine Science from Auburn University in 2020, after which Brianna worked at the Scott-Ritchey Research Center on various projects including Covid-19 vaccine testing and trials for osteosarcoma and lymphoma treatments. Brianna has many years of experience working on horse farms in Auburn and Lexington as a groomer, rider, and trainer. She incorporates this expertise and attention to detail at Ross Bridge to provide the best care possible for the animals we see. Brianna joined Ross Bridge in March of 2022. Her favorite aspects of veterinary medicine include assisting with surgery and caring for critically ill patients. In her free time Brianna enjoys competing in horse shows with her horses Sushi and Penelope, spending time with her fiance Teague, reading, and attending musical theatre.
Megan grew up in Hueytown AL and is a 2012 graduate of Hueytown High School. Megan joined the Ross Bridge Family in December of 2023. She is the proud mom of five dogs, Shelly, Cooper, Bella, Sadie, and Butterscotch. She also has one cat named Abby and one rabbit named Twix. Megan loves all aspects of veterinary medicine but has a special interest in dentistry and radiology. She enjoys creating friendships with her pet patients as well as their owners. Megan loves each animal as if they were her own. In her spare time, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, Blake as well as her other family members. She is also very involved in her church.
Misty grew up in and around the Birmingham area. She became a graduate of the Jefferson State Community College Licensed Veterinary Technology Program in 2024 and is a licensed veterinary technician. Misty enjoys the constant variety that comes with veterinary medicine, and has a special interest in exotic animal care. She has an extensive pet family including dogs, cats, and rats. In her free time Misty enjoys arts and crafts, playing video games, and listening to music.
Kristen grew up in Montgomery, Alabama. She moved to the Birmingham area in 2007. She began her veterinary career as a veterinary assistant in 2009 and transitioned to the veterinary front office in 2013. Kristen joined the Ross Bridge staff in February of 2020. Kristen loves building relationships with our pet patients and their parents. That is evident by the warm welcomes and friendly conversation she provides. Kristen has 3 canine kids, Bogey, Cho, and Harley. She enjoys spending time with her family, husband Ryan and 3 children, Evan, Ethan, and Emmalyn. She also enjoys hiking and exploring nature.
Chloe is Originally from Opp, Alabama, but she has lived all over the south. After pursuing a degree in theatrical performance at Columbus State University, she moved to Birmingham in 2020 to be closer to family and work full time. Chloe originally joined the Ross Bridge staff in April of 2022, where she started as an animal care specialist in our kennel. She began working in our front office in 2024. Chloe enjoys brightening the days of our clients and their pets with her friendly and welcoming demeanor. She also loves to create specialized kennel door cards for our frequent boarders and daycare attendees as well as drawing instructional notes that lighten up our days at the office. Outside of work Chloe can be found drawing, playing her favorite video games, and crafting trinkets for friends and family.
Our mission is to promote and facilitate pet health, wellness and comfort. We believe it is our responsibility to use the gifts given to us by God to ensure that the pets in our care achieve the highest quality of life possible. We will achieve this by providing up to date, and proven, medical and surgical procedures, putting in place a compassionate and knowledgeable support staff, and going above and beyond to ensure the pet, as well as the owner, is fully satisfied with the care we provide.
