Kassie Boland began her career at FSVS as a Veterinary Assistant in the summer of 2023. She is a Howell native with a passion for caring for both animals and people. Kassie grew up in a home full of dogs, birds, rabbits, fish, reptiles, and even some wildlife pets as well. Caring for her grandmother led her to pursue a career in the human health world, completing school to become a Long-Term Care Nurse Aide and Medical Assistant. She was also an In Home Caregiver and Patient Advocate for some very special people and has worked in the dental field as a Lab Tech, Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist. Watching Dr. Bradford care for her family and friends animals over the years really sparked Kassie’s interest into the animal health world and now she is enjoying spending her days helping care for your animals. Kassie lives in Howell with her husband Jeff and in her spare time she enjoys being on the lake, going to her family’s property in the country, home making, and spending time with her family and friends.

Alyssa Bunch joined our team in July 2020 and brings with her over 15 years of veterinary technician experience. She attended Michigan State University and began working at a private small animal hospital after moving back to southeast Michigan. Alyssa now resides in Howell, with her husband, Jared, and four children, Peyton, Teagan, Colbie, and Nolan. In her spare time, Alyssa enjoys watching her kids compete in their respective sports; softball, gymnastics, dance/horseback riding, and hockey. She also enjoys reading the latest fiction novel when her kids aren’t keeping her busy as a chauffeur. Alyssa also has three Great Danes, Otis, Flash, and Clover; as well as, two cats, Rita and Peg. 

Emily Cingel joined our team as a veterinary assistant Fall of 2022. We were so grateful to have her as we have been growing at a fantastic rate and really needed the extra help. Emily was brand new to the world of veterinary medicine but you would never know it. In a matter of weeks she has stepped up and taken on so much of our hospital upkeep and patient support. She started her pet care career with Camp BowWow but learned after her time there, that there was so much more to learn about the animals she loves. Emily spends the largest portion of her personal time training and exercising her Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix, Chloe, or caring for her kitty, Stardust. She loves binge watching sci-fi and cult classic TV and movies and refers to herself as fluent in spending money.

Cora LaBelle joined our Four Seasons team in September 2023 as a Customer Service Representative, and soon after began training as an Assistant so she could be more hands on with our patients. Cora has always had a passion for animals, and has found a home in veterinary medicine with us at Four Seasons after several years of customer service, and office administration work. Cora currently has one dog, Annabelle, and one cat, Lola. at home that she gets to love on, and enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends. We are very thankful to have Cora on our team!

Danielle McLean is one of our experienced veterinary technicians. She has always had a love for animals and science. Danielle graduated from Michigan State University in 2006 receiving degrees in Zoology (concentration in animal behavior and neurobiology) and Forestry and Wildlife Conservation. She has worked as a veterinary technician in corporate and private practice since 2008. Danielle is dedicated to caring for our patients and strives to keep us organized! Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, and her daughter, Abigail. She has a Coonhound mix named Bay. For balance in her busy life, she enjoys traveling, knitting, and archery.

Erika Ochoa joined our Four Seasons Family in 2020. Everyone just loves working with Erika! She is hard working, fun, and our hospital cheerleader! She is originally from Venezuela and comes to us from her previous role as a Behavior Technician for children with Autism.  She earned her Associate Degree from Oakland Community College in 2017. Prior to moving to the United States in 2013, Erika enjoyed the animals under the sea near the Island of Bonaire, working as a scuba instructor, dive master, equipment specialist, and boat captain. Her fur kids include two dogs (Max and Kaya), and three cats (Hazel, Little Man, and Scamp). In her spare time, Erika loves music, dancing, scuba diving, hiking, and ANYTHING to do with food!!

Joanna Pero joined our Four Seasons team in May 2024 and we could not be more excited to have her welcoming smile and bubbly personality here! Joanna received her Bachelor of Science degree from Central Michigan University in 2009 and Veterinary Technology Certificate from Michigan State University in 2016. Joanna has several years of experience in emergency and general practice veterinary medicine; as well as, medical research. When Joanna is not snuggling one of our patients she is at home snuggling one of her own kitties! Joanna enjoys walking, visiting friends, eating candy, and playing with her niece and nephew.

Megan Podpora is one of our experienced veterinary technicians. Her love for animals extends back to a very young age. Megan received her Veterinary Assistant diploma in 2010 from Penn Foster College, and she is currently attending their Veterinary Techinician program. We lovingly call Megan “the cat whisperer” because of the way our feline patients respond to her. We are thrilled that she is part of our team! Megan’s furry family includes two dogs (Molly and Stuffin). In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering with a local greyhound rescue.

Amanda Schwartz is a Licensed Veterinary Technician whom has been in the veterinary field for over 10 years from Metro Detroit to Livingston County. While having served primarily in emergency medicine in the past, she wanted to return to general practice and the type of family atmosphere that Four Seasons offers its employees. Nowadays, she can rest on a rich history of experience in surgery and patient care; she began her veterinary medicine journey at Wayne County Community College where she received her License in Veterinary Technology and an Associate Degree in Applied Science. She enjoys camping, four-wheeling, and snowmobiling as well as spending quality time with her pets (2 cats Rusty & Savannah, and one dog, Daisy Mae), family, and friends.

Stacy Vogler is a Licensed Veterinary Technician. She has been with Four Seasons since we opened in February 2019. She earned her License in Veterinary Technology from Michigan State University in 1995. Since that time, she has worked primarily in emergency veterinary medicine, and we are excited that she brings over 20 years experience to our hospital! When she is not working, she spends time with her husband, Tony, and her three children, Zach, Jessica, and Sean. Her furry family includes two dogs, Zoey and Autumn, one guinea pig, Clover. Stacy enjoys cooking, gardening, watching movies, and traveling.