Our Staff

at Dr. Peter’s Animal Hospital

Management

Doctor
PETER KROLIKOWSKI , D.V.M., P.A.
Dr Peter Krolikowski  graduated from Ross University Veterinary School. He always aspired to become a veterinarian; this was his lifelong dream.Dr. Peter’s enjoys  activities such as gardening, waterskiing, snow skiing, etc.
JUDY SHAEFFER, BBA
Judy is our Office Manager, joining our office in August 2009, she has over ten  years experience as Practice Manager.  As the manager, she will lend support for any customer service issues as well as helping to run the facility more efficiently.Judy thoroughly enjoys her position  definitely a “people person” who enjoys interacting with the public and assisting her staff.  She is a pet lover who enjoys coming to work everyday to see all of our patients.  Over the years she has had various pets, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and  fish.Judy’s  hobbies include reading, sewing, snow skiing, music, boating and traveling; but she thoroughly enjoys working with our clients in helping their pets receive  the best compassionate care by our team.
Mrs. Kathy Chiarello
Kathy is one of our wonderful volunteers; who has a great compassion and love for all pets. She is in her glory when she is handling the pets.
Technician
Justin Harris
Justin is a native Floridian who joined our team in 2003, as a Pet Care Assistant. After continued education and training, he joined our Veterinary Technician team. He has a great passion for the love and care of all pets. In his spare time he volunteers for the fire department. Justin also enjoys fishing, paintball and spending time with his family, friends, Sandy and Foxy, the family pets..
Reception
MaryAnn Laferriere
Mary Ann was born in Virginia, moved to Florida in 1979; joined our team in 2008, as a Client Service Representative. Prior to joining our team she was a certified technician, and groomer. Mary Ann attended classes to become a Nutritional Consultant. She prides herself in going the extra mile to offer “Five Star Customer Service”, to the clients and pets alike. In her spare time she enjoys going to the prairie, riding quads, gardening and spending quality time with her husband, Dave and Basenji, Bahoo, their family pet.
Kennel
Candace Sewell
Candace is a native to Florida; who joined our team in 2003, as a Pet Care Assistant. She has great compassion for animals and children. She is presently enrolled at BCC, working towards her degree in Liberal Arts. Candace enjoys nature, music and spending time with her family, friends and her pets, Ambry and Suki.
Jody Cory
Jody joined our team, in September 2010, as a Pet Care Assistant/Technician. She is a native of Florida, and is currently enrolled at FAU, majoring in Physical Therapy. In her spare time she enjoys playing the piano, exercising and just relaxing with her two dogs, Troy and Stephie.The next time you are in our clinic, please take a moment to meet Jody and welcome her to our family.
O’MALLY
9-30-11
“In Loving Memory” You were loved by all and will be missed
OLIVER
Oliver, thinks he owns the hospital;he partols the hospital and keeps everyone in check. If you fail to say hello, he will use his paw and pat your leg until you give him your undivided attention. He also will be seen lounging around the reception area; sitting on chairs waiting for attention from anyone who comes near him. Oliver was also abandoned and adopted by the doctors and staff. He is always receiving attention from someone…remember he demands your attention. To see him is to love him.
Fluffy
Fluffy is our lovable, adorable, very friendly Persian, who spends most of his time at the front desk, visiting with our clients and making his presence known.You can find him lounging on the counter or in his favorite spot…the computer/printer area, with the receptionists.