Dr. Leslie Carr

Hi! I am Dr. Leslie Carr, one of the owners of the Arnold Pet Station. My mother, Helen and I started APS in 1992. After graduating from the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and working in various places for 6 years, I decided to take the plunge to work for myself. We have been very successful. I love working in this area and with the people and pets here. My favorite things to see are puppy counseling, bad cats and dirty ears.

I live in Millersville on 33 acres with 4 dogs (Luke and Boarus who are Catahoulas, Flip a Bordehoula; half Catahoula and half Border Collie), and Ting a Miniature Pinscher as well as 4 cats (Romeo, Duncan, Stosh and McGee) and a varying amount of sheep. In my spare time I like to read and do needlework. I am also a rated scorekeeper for competitive water skiing and I am learning how to trick water ski. Next summer I hope to finish my requirements to become a senior scorer. I also like to travel. Previous destinations include Turkey, the Outer Hebrides in Scotland and bare boat sailing in the Caribbean and Greece.

HOWEVER, my primary hobby is competing with my dogs in agility. Dog agility is a timed obstacle course with jumps, tunnels, weaves poles, etc. Three of my four dogs compete. I am hoping to qualify with Flip for the National Championships next October. I love being busy!!

Dr. Jennifer Levitsky

I have been an associate veterinarian at Arnold Pet Station since the fall of 2000. I knew I wanted to be a vet since about seventh grade. I majored in biochemistry and English at Bowdoin College and then went on to Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine for my graduate degree. After graduating from Tufts and suffering through eight New England winters, I came back home to do a one year internship in surgery, general, and emergency medicine at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington D.C. After my internship, I stayed on there for another year as their Director of Emergency Medicine. I then went on to the Emergency Veterinary Clinic in Catonsville and served as an emergency clinician there for about 3 years before Dr. Carr recruited me for regular practice.

I have loved being in Arnold and working with such committed clients and their pets. The staff here is wonderful and we really take a team approach to working up cases and finding solutions. I have a special interest in dermatology and endocrine disease cases with diabetic kitties being my favorite. I'm also a big fan of weight control especially as a means to preventing further diseases and increasing longevity.

While not at Arnold, I also work part time with Standard bred horses at Rosecroft Raceway as a racetrack veterinarian. In my spare time, I like exploring Caribbean islands with white sand beaches and blue water or taking a yoga class. However, I can usually be found trying to tire out my dog Josie, so she'll leave the two little grey kitties, Alfie and Zoe, at peace. Josie and the pussycats were all rescues and have learned to get along well, but the cats hope that Josie will mature soon. To that end, I have found the doggie day care here at Arnold to be immensely helpful. Josie is here most days and always in search of a lively playmate. Just come in and request Josie Day Care and I guarantee your pet will come home tired.

Dr. Olexia

Dr. Olexia joined us in September 2008. He grew up in Weirton, West Virginia. He attended West Virginia University for his undergraduate degree, and graduated from Ohio State University with a Degree in Veterinary Medicine.

He began his veterinary career with the United States Army, and recently returned from a tour of duty in Egypt, where he treated and cared for the Sentry dogs responsible for protecting our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

When Dr. Olexia isn't practicing, he enjoys American History, hiking, biking, biking, traveling, drinking coffee on the city dock in Annapolis, and spending time with his wife, Molly. Their home is shared by a "West Virginia Squirrel Dog" named Max, a Greyhound called Stella, and Rudy, an orange tabby cat.

Dr. Olexia looks forward to practicing quality veterinary medicine and providing superb service to our patients and clients.

Cindy

Cindy joined Arnold Pet Station in 2004, after 18 years in the field of education. She and her husband share their lives with three Belgian Tervuren and a German Shepherd. Cindy enjoys taking her dog, Spree, on therapy dog visits to school, where they listen to kids read. She also enjoys many aspects of dog training and competition, including agility, obedience, freestyle and conformation Cindy is also a professional pet photographer, specializing in action photography. Her dream is to open a training facility for kids and dogs some day. Cindy keeps us together!

Lynn

Lynn joined the APS team in 1997. She shares her home with her two cats Gordon and Toby. Lynn enjoys NASCAR (car #24 and #48), dancing, travel to Hawaii and Vegas were my family is, bowling, playing pool and loves hanging out with all her friends and family.Also likes to work part time at the emergency clinic in Catonsville.

Lynn is great at what she does!

Susan

Sue began with us in 2000. She shares her home with three cats ArToo, Junior and Freddie (and is expecting a new kitten soon), where she enjoys gourmet cooking, jewelry design and fabrication, sewing and needlework, reading, and flight simulation. (Boredom is not an option!) Sue also enjoys traveling. While she hopes to continue as a veterinary technician, she also hopes that her business will do well enough to make her independently wealthy! Sue is fun to work with!

Amy

Amy began in 2004. She currently attends Penn Foster College for her Degree in Veterinary Technology. Amy shares her home with her Chihuahua/Pomeranian named Foxy, a Cocker Spaniel named Dakota, Lhasa Apso/ Chihuahua mix named Rizzo, a cockatiel named Beaker, and a cat named Willy. She enjoys going to the beach and relaxing. Five years from now Amy hopes to be continuing in the Veterinary field. Amy is great with our clients and their pets.

Bryan

Bryan has been with us since 2005. He currently attends school to earn his degree as a Veterinary Technicians. Five years from now Bryan hopes to be continuing in the Veterinary field; focusing on Emergency Care and Veterinary Dentistry. Bryan enjoys Warhammer; a tabletop minature wargame, playing video games with his friends and Darkon, a Live Action Roleplaying Game based in the DC area. He owns a German Shepherd Mix named Buddy, who he rescued when he was found left in a dumpster as puppy. Bryan is always willing to lend a helping hand.

Stacey

Stacey came to us in March 2008. She lives with her husband two young children, and cat named Snoopy. She has a B.S. in Criminal Justice but never lost her desire to work with animals and is currently attending San Juan College in pursuit of an Associate's degree in veterinary technology. Stacey is a devoted longtime vegetarian with a deep passion for animal rights and has recently completed the Iron Girl triathlon. Stacey believes that you should not give up on your dreams and it's never too late to make life how you want it to be! She brings that great attitude to work everyday!

Stephanie

Stephanie joined us in September 2008. She shares her home with her husband and two boys (who keep her very busy) as well as two Jack Russell Terriers named Johnny and Dash along with three cats named Jasmine, Anastasia, and George. Stephanie is a Redskins fan who also enjoys shopping, dancing, and traveling (which includes going to the beach). She also likes spending time with family and friends, playing bingo, going to amusement parks, as well as and cooking and baking. In five years she hopes to still be in the Veterinary field, traveled to Italy and Los Cobos, Mexico, and moving into her dream home on the water. She would also like to have a rescue center for animals that have been abused. Stephanie brings a smile to work every day.

Jeff

Jeff joined our team in 2007. He lives with a German Shepherd named Lyta, and two tortoise shell cats named Absoka and Reba. He enjoys watching TV, seeing live bands, and spending time with friends. Jeff hopes to be living on his own island enjoying his own personal beach some day, but says he’ll probably still be here just hanging out, living, laughing and loving.

Shandi

Shandi started with us in 2005. She’s wanted to work in the veterinary field ever since she was a little girl.She has a red nosed Pit Bull named Lil Man.Shandi enjoys drawing, playing video games, camping, going to the beach, cooking, cleaning and playing with her daughter, Mystell. She hopes to go to the Baltimore School of Massage and eventually offer massage therapy to animals and humans.

Nancy

Nancy has been on our team since 1993. She has three German Shepherds (Sunnee, Liza Jane, and Vickee). Nancy enjoys showing and breeding dogs, working in the yard and around her pond, NASCAR (#17, #99) and craft work. She loves going camping and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She's looking forward more of the same and more puppies from her show dogs. Nancy truly is a delight to be around.

Bobbi

Bobbi has been with us since 1998 working as a technician and receptionist. She has two Great Danes named Ozzy and Mr. Curley as well as two parakeets. She would love to own a larger piece of property so she can help Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue with homeless Danes. Bobbi enjoys relaxing with her Danes and watching Nascar with #88 being her favorite driver. Bobbi is great at utilizing her time and skills which makes for a better working environment.

Liz

Liz started in 2005. Currently she is taking courses at the local community college and in her spare time is involved in many church and community actives. Liz enjoys reading, writing, drawing, photography, and singing. In her spare time she likes to play computer, card and board games with her friends. She also loves the outdoors and goes fishing when ever possible. Her household includes two cats named Felix and Tilly, and a rescue Border Collie named Crystal. She and her husband are currently enjoying being new parents to a little baby girl! Liz is always willing to go the extra mile.

Dara

Dara joined the Arnold Pet Station team in April of 2010. She lives with four Chihuahuas, named Jaxson, Zoey, Leah and Sam, and three cats: Angela, Bob and Niela. When her pets and work aren’t keeping her busy, Dara enjoys reading, movies, outdoor activities, the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

Tiffany

Tiffany joined us in March of 2010. She shares her home with her wonderful husband, a German Shepherd/Husky Mix named Brandi, and a Bengal cat names Mulan. When not pampering herself with pedicures and tanning, Tiffany enjoys vacationing, and spending time with friends and family. She hopes to continue in the veterinary field for many years to come.

Sonya

Sonya started with us shortly after we opened in 1993. She graduated from William and Mary in 1999. Sonya enjoys lacrosse, herpetology, traveling, hiking, camping, boating, and Dalmatian Rescue. She also raises corn snakes and other colubrids. Visit her website at www.cornspot.com . She hopes to have her own pet related business someday. She has three Dalmatians (Severn, Millie and Dolly), a Cocker Spaniel named Peaches, Oreo (a hound mix), Splash (a Catahoula/ Dalmatian Mix)four cats (Koshka, Girl Kitty, Copper and Autumn), two Cockatiels (Leo and HoneyBell), an African Grey named Buddy Bird, and Iguanas named Frank and Jewel, a Bearded Dragon named Bode, Fear the turtle, Julep an Asian water dragon, and a multitude of frogs and fish, as well as various frequent foster animals. No wonder she manages our kennel so well! Sonya is our own resident dog whisperer!

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Cathy

Cathy began working at Arnold Pet Station in 2005. She has three cats (Princess, Grace, and Annie), and three dogs (Midnight, Smokie, Hershey, and Brody) Cathy enjoys taking Agility classes for fun with Hershey as well as early morning walks with her dogs, bowling, fishing, crabbing, and spending quality time with her husband and two boys. Cathy is truly great at what she does.

Jennifer

Jennifer started in 2007. She loves playing with her four dogs named: Bobby, Chesney, Becky, and Rufus, and her three hamsters Jabba, Foamy, and Ricky Bobby. She enjoys music, taking walks, surfing the internet, and being with friends. Jennifer is a quick learner.

Lynelle

Lynelle started with Arnold Pet Station in August 2008. She enjoys working with animals after twenty years of office work. She shares her home with a Labrador/ Dalmatian mix named Spunky. Lynelle is a great addition to our kennel.

Brittany

Brittany joined our team in June of 2009. When she's not attending Broadneck High School, she enjoys hanging out with friends, going to the beach and shopping. Brittany has six cats: Cuddles, Angel, Oreo, Jasmine, Callie and Bailey. She hopes to continue her education in the veterinary field.

Kristin

Kristin started in August of 2009. She's currently a student at Anne Arundel Community College and hopes to be a K9 Police Officer some day. Kristin loves animals, sports and crafts. She also enjoys writing music for a friend's band.

Erin

Erin joined Arnold Pet Station in August 2009. She has three West Highland Terriers: McDuff, Jessica and Todd; and a hamster named Timothy. Erin is currently a student at Broadneck High School and hopes to attend the University of Arizona in the near future. She enjoys sports, especially soccer and basketball, paint balling, reading and writing. Her goal is to become a helicopter pilot!