Our caring and compassionate veterinary care team!
Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic in Jackson! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Please call us at 517 750 3838 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!
Dr. Laura Miller, DVM/CEO/Owner
Living my dream is the name of my game and I would love to share my expertise with you! As a private owner of Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic, I get to work in a great environment that I have cultured. I practice the medicine style I want to and am not forced to follow the ways of the corporate practices, which are becoming very abundant. My approach to veterinary medicine is a proactive approach. I would much rather prevent a problem than find a problem and have to react to the pet’s ailments. I do this by helping to educate clients and my team. If my client’s understand and know what to expect and my employees can watch for signs that are concerning and report to me, then I can efficiently help that animal. I often get a thank you from my clients for spending that extra time to explain everything. So please if you don’t know or don’t understand I would love to hear from you so we can clear up any confusion! When I am not practicing veterinary medicine I am enjoying my time with my husband and a plethora of animals. I can be found delving into the dungeons of nerdy video games, outside playing with my animals, swimming or taking a hike with my phone as a camera or occasionally will dust off that Nikon in the closet. I also volunteer time to the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association as a board member and help other veterinarians in my district stay on top of the current news and debates.
Dr. Catherine Roach, DVM
The two things that fascinated me most as a kid were science and animals. I especially loved medical-related science. I have worked in veterinary medicine in one way or another since high school. I started out as a kennel help then moved up to a veterinary assistant. While in undergrad I worked as a non-licensed veterinary technician and was in the veterinary technician program at MSU when I was accepted into the DVM program. I graduated in 2010 and have been loving my career and working my career ever since.
Management
Kendra, VP Operations
As Vice President of Operations, I am responsible for the financial functions at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic. You can also catch my smiling face at the front desk from time to time. My love for animals, big and small, and fondness of numbers led to my career here. I went from being just a client, bringing my mastiffs and kitties here, to joining a hilarious and amazing work team.
Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Erin, Licensed Veterinary Technician
My background with animals has been lifelong. I was raised on a beef farm and had all kinds of fur and feathered friends. I participated in 4-H for as long as I could. I particularly loved showing my dog, Luna, in obedience, rally, and agility classes. I knew from a young age I wanted to be in a career focused on science and animals. I’ve been a LVT since 2022, and continue to focus on improving my knowledge and care within this field.
Outside of work, I enjoy helping on the family farm, being creative, and playing a few games. You’ll often find me either crocheting while curled up with my cat, Nora, or playing Dungeons and Dragons with my friends.
Kheyarah, Veterinary Assistant
I am a veterinary assistant here at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic. My favorite part about working here is helping make every visit for the patients an exciting trip. I strive to keep each patient comfortable and to help their owners feel assured that their pets are in the best hands. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time outside as much as possible with my three dogs and riding my horses. I love camping, fishing, and all the things that involve adventure!
Client Service Representative
Tiahna, Client Services Liaison
Growing up there were two things I knew for certain, I loved animals beyond measure and I loved creating. There is not a single movie, show, cartoon or anything that doesn’t make my tears well up with love, happiness, or sadness when it involves animals.
Working at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic has enabled me to be able to pursue two monumental parts of my being. I get to care for animals, educate clients on their pet’s health needs, constantly learn new developments in veterinary medicine, and love our patients from day 1. I also get to create social media marketing material, run our smartphone application, travel to community events to promote our high-quality care and commitment to our patients and speak/greet clients as they come through our doors. I wear many hats here between helping as a veterinary assistant, being a receptionist, running a smartphone application, creating AHVC marketing materials, and so much more. One of the best things about AHVC is that we offer our clients and patients the latest veterinary medicine knowledge, modern technology (testing, diagnostics, lab work, etc.) and mindsets, and a sterile, clean clinic.
I’m not here for a paycheck, I’m here for my career that I love, to constantly evolve as veterinary medicine does, and to hold a special spot in my heart for each and every patient I get the privilege of helping care for.
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” — Steve Jobs
Kelly, Client Service Representative
I have background in customer service, and health care. Combined with my love and appreciation for animals, my previous work experiences have provided me with the foundation on which to build new experiences in the field of animal care as a Customer Service Receptionist. I enjoy connecting with clients and their pets and value being part of the dynamic team at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic. In my spare time away from the office I love being a grandma, to 7 wonderful grandkids who participate in many sporting events. Where you will find me cheering in the stands.
Karsyn, Client Service Representative
Hi! My name is Karsyn and I currently am a Kennel Attendant and Customer Service Representative at Arbor Hills. I am a current pet parent of 3 cats, a leopard gecko, and some creepy crawlies too! I have a passion for animals which started when I was young, and I graduated from Michigan State University in 2022 with a Bachelors in Zoology focusing on Zoo and Aquarium Sciences. After graduating I started working at an Animal Emergency Hospital for a little while and my path eventually led me to working at a reptile zoo which allowed me to gain some experiences that I never thought were possible! I am excited to bring my skills and experiences, and to continue to grow at Arbor Hills caring for the amazing animals and people that come in.
Kennel Attendant
Lance – Lead Kennel Attendant
From growing up on a farm to living in the city, I have always cared for animals and invested in bettering their futures. I came up being captivated by animal documentaries, volunteering for animal shelters and pet adoption days, caring for my own pets, and petsitting for those around me. My favorite experience has been mentoring at the Wolf Lake Stare Fish Hatchery and learning about the fishery program. While seeking education, I studied biology and environmental science as I have always felt a connection to the field. I also dabbled in photography and enjoy trying to mash these connections together.
While here at Arbor Hills, I will strive to provide the best experience for you and your animals, including the boarding experience they have while you are away. Please let me know how we can best serve your family during their stay with us.
While not at AHVC I enjoy being out in nature or in the water with my partner and family of animals, including dogs, cats, leopard geckos, and corn snake, listening to music and dancing, taking pictures and helping with photo shoots, and now learning about the veterinary field.
Emma – Kennel Attendant
It has been my lifetime dream to work with animals. Having grown up on a farm, my passion has always revolved around all thing’s animals. From a young age, horses have had my heart and have inspired me to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. My long-term goal is to attend Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Outside of work, I enjoy hunting, fishing, running, and spending time with my dog, Pupperson. I am excited to have the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge from the team at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic.
Makayla – Kennel Attendant
I am currently a high school student at Western High School, and I work as a Kennel Attendant at Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic. As a high school student, I feel so fortunate that I have the opportunity to work in a place where their goal is to help animals. I have always been an animal lover and I currently have 5 cats, 2 cocker spaniels and a tortoise. My goal at Arbor Hills is to learn as much about animals and their health as possible. I want to eventually go to Michigan State University to become a veterinary technician and work with animals for as long as I can. I’ve always wanted to work with animals since I was very young, and I’m so thankful for this amazing opportunity.
