Our Team Overview

The friendly, professional staff at VCA Naugatuck Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who make it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to this mission, the hospital team relies on many individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet.

Teamwork is a constant in our daily practice. From the friendly staff at the front desk to the talented and dedicated technicians and doctors, to the fun-loving kennel and day-care staff, our team works cohesively to create a warm and welcoming experience for both you and your pet.

Our team provides exceptional veterinary care of the highest quality, including the care and dedication that make a difference.

Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

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Stephanie Berlinski
DVM, Fear Free Certified Medical Director

Dr. Berlinski joined VCA Naugatuck Animal Hospital in 2016 as an associate veterinarian. Dr. Berlinski graduated from Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine where she received her DVM in 2015. Dr. Berlinski is originally from south of Boston where most of her family still resides. Since 2018 she has been our acting medical director and is always looking to keep our standards of care and excellence in the veterinary field as current and exemplary as possible. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), and the American Association of Fe...

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Melanie
Fear Free Certified Hospital Manager

Melanie has been at Naugatuck Veterinary Hospital since 2008 in many different roles. She gets excited when meeting new clients and all of their four legged (or 3 or 2 or 1) family members. VCA Naugatuck is one of her biggest loves and she strives in making sure that you are treated like family here as much as the staff and your pets are.  Together with her amazing team at VCA Naugy, she does her best to make sure that you are always being provided with the very best medical care the state has to offer, with caring, patience and kindness. She is also very, very proud of our Fear Free hospital standing and l...

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Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our Client Service representatives and Receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.
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