Hope Harvey

Office Manager/Veterinary Technician 

Growing up in a small country town nestled within a forest, my love for animals began at a young age, surrounded by wildlife, family Rottweilers, and fish. I always knew I wanted to dedicate my adult life to animal care, and since joining the Vista Park Animal Hospital family in September 2020, I have been incredibly proud to grow alongside this wonderful community. Throughout my time here, I’ve worn many hats, from managing the front desk, assisting veterinarians, veterinary nursing and performing advanced diagnostic testing and now serving as Office Manager, which has given me a deep, well-rounded dedication to our hospital's daily care. I specialize in handling our patient's care with a calm, gentle manner to keep them feeling safe, and I am always ready to pour my heart and knowledge into helping pets navigate even the most complex medical cases. My absolute devotion belongs to Vista Park Animal Hospital, where I strive every day to provide the highest quality comfort and care for your beloved family members. When I am not in the hospital, I love channeling my passion for nature into painting animals and landscapes.

Cassie Somers

Veterinary Assistant

Hi, my name is Cassie Somers. I am a Veterinary assistant here at Vista Park Animal Hospital, I grew up in a small town on some property. Working in the animal care field has always been something I have wanted to do since I was little.

My love for animals has always been a big part of me and now I am living my childhood dream and pursuing my veterinary career here at VPAH. I’ve grown up with many dogs in my family, 1 of them being my own dog Skylar that I adopted in 2021. Ever since I adopted Skylar, I knew I wanted to incorporate animals into my adult life.

I hope to keep pursuing my veterinary career to improve my skills and pursue further in this field. In my free time outside of work, I race professional women's motocross and love to spend time camping with my family or taking my dog Skylar on trails walks in the forest.

Ruby

Veterinary Assistant

Hi, my name is Ruby, and I am a veterinary assistant here at the hospital. I’ve grown up around animals my whole life, from family pets to spending my youth caring for a variety of farm animals. Those experiences inspired my passion for helping animals every day. 

At home, I share my life with 5 cats: Teo, Frank, Nala, Tempy and Beans, as well as one dog: Poppy. Each one has their own personality and reminds me daily why I love the work that I do. 

Outside of the clinic, I enjoy creating art and listening to music, both of which bring balance and creativity into my life. I’m grateful to be part of a team that helps animals feel safe and cared for, and I hope to continue learning and growing in this field!

Jessica

Veterinary Assistant

Hi, my name is Jessica! I am a graduate of the Veterinary Assistant program at Seneca Polytechnic and am currently working toward earning my Bachelor of Science in Biology. As a Veterinary Assistant at VPAH, I am passionate about creating a fear-free experience and ensuring every pet feels comfortable, safe, and cared for. Growing up surrounded by many family pets, from dogs to fish, I have always had a deep love for animals and knew from a young age that I wanted to build a career helping them. Outside of work and school, I enjoy trying new foods, listening to music, and never passing up a good hike with my cockapoo, Kobe. I am thrilled to work in a field that I love alongside a dedicated and caring team!