At VCA North Division Animal Hospital we have made it our mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to this mission, the hospital team is made up of compassionate individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience to both you and your pet. Should we ever need the back-up for our most complicated cases, we have a large network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists to consult with. In a word: teamwork!
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Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.
Team Spotlight
Joe Peterson, DVM, DABVP (Canine/Feline), earned both his Bachelor of Science degree (1984) and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (1988) from Washington State University. He began his veterinary career in equine racetrack medicine in Southern California before transitioning to small animal medicine in 1991.
In 1996, Dr. Peterson purchased a small-animal practice in Spokane, Washington, where he served as a solo practitioner for 11 years, building a successful hospital that he ultimately sold in 2008. Following the sale of his practice, he worked extensively in emergency medicine in Indiana and Central Californ...
With over three decades of experience in the veterinary field, Tami has been dedicated to ensuring the highest level of care for pets and their families. Since 1991, she has served as a practice manager, and since 2008, she has been leading the team at VCA North Division Animal Medical Center, overseeing daily operations and providing support to both staff and clients.
Outside of work, Tami loves spending time outdoors, whether she’s camping, hiking, or gardening, she finds joy in nature. At home, she shares her life with her two Labrador retrievers and a mischievous cat appropriately named “Brat,” who keeps her ...
