Dr. Teresa C. Ruth is a graduate of the

University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine,

and has known since childhood that she wanted

to become a veterinarian.

She has been working at veterinary practices since

she was 15 years old. Both her grandfather,

Robert Volgenau, and her great-grandfather,

Earnest Volgenau, were veterinarians in Buffalo.

Dr Ruth has helped animals at veterinary practices

in Texas, Georgia, Pennsylvania, New York and

Overseas in Scotland, Germany and Japan.

Laura is our veterinary technician and a graduate of

Medaille College.  She assists the doctor in surgery,

is responsible for overseeing the lab work and medications,

and will usually start off your pet visit by getting a history

of your pet’s condition. She shares her home with her boyfriend

and two cats, Carol and Aquaman.

Christine is our veterinary receptionist and the friendly

voice you will usually hear on the phone when you call

our office.  She has extensive knowledge about veterinary

care, and can help you with many questions you may have

about diet or your pet’s medication.  She and her husband

live on a mini-farm with 3 dogs and 4 cats.

Melissa is our veterinary assistant - she loves to give hugs

and help hold onto your pet during your veterinary visit.

She has many talents, having worked at some of the finest

restaurants in Buffalo as a chef. Wanting to have more

animal contact we are happy to have her start a career

in veterinary medicine with us. She currently shares her home

with her son and two dogs, Max and Lucy.

Nichole has recently moved back to Grand Island and

is happy to join us as our new receptionist.  She lives

with her son and has a dog Roxie and a cat Tony, both

local rescue animals.  Nichole has a special

interest in animals that have been 're-homed' and are

enjoying a second chance at life after being surrendered to

shelters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Chickenleg is our hospital cat and mascot. She

likes to greet clients and can usually be seen

hanging around the front desk.  She spends

afternoons sitting in the ‘In box’ on the doctors

Becky is our student intern this year and is proud to call

Grand Island home.  Normally a scholar at the University

of Rochester, she will be attending veterinary school this

fall.  She has a special fondness for beagles but enjoys seeing

all kinds of pets as she gains experience in the veterinary

field.