Lauren Houde, Hospital Manager, is the newest addition to the team. She possesses years of management experience and holds a master's degree in public administration. She has been volunteering at Marin Humane since 2016 as a medical assistant, dog walker and foster mom. She also helps care for a herd of equine therapy horses. She brings enthusiasm to her role at VCA Animal Wellness Center of Marin, which combines her love of caring for animals with her administrative skills.