Mandy, Technician Coordinator
Adopted: May 2021
Mandy joined the Patton team as a technician in May 2021. Mandy is a Red Lion native and 2007 graduate of Lebanon Valley College with a BS in biology.
Mandy has two Labrador Retrievers who are littermates-Lily, a black Lab and Chubbs, a yellow Lab who love running and swimming on her farm. Mandy cites growing up on a farm with a love of animals as the reason for pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. She now has a farm of her own and is excited to share her love of animals with her children. Read More about Mandy
Kacie, Inpatient Technician Supervisor
Adopted: June 2015
Number of Pets: 3 dogs - Albus & Amos (rescue Doodle brothers) & Sully (Great Dane); 3 cats - Bean, Paddy & P; & 15+ chickens
Kacie Yeakel came to the PVH family in June 2015 by a different way than most: her family members were established clients at the hospital, and that’s how she first came to considering possible employment here.
“I absolutely love animals, especially dogs, and from being a client, [PVH] seemed like a really nice and professional place to be,” she says. Read More about Kacie
Jenn, Inpatient Technician
Adopted: September 2010
A native of Lancaster County, Jennifer Gates joined the staff of PVH in August 2010. She is a graduate of both Columbia High School and Willow St Vocational Technical School, where she completed veterinary technician courses. She has been an animal lover all her life, and fondly recalls the times she spent volunteering at the Lancaster Humane League. Read More about Jenn
Emily, Inpatient Technician
Adopted: November 2018
Emily joined the Patton Veterinary Hospital’s Animal Care team in November, 2018. She is a York native and graduate of Dallastown High School. Emily spent three years at Millersville with the intention of becoming a history teacher, but she changed her mind and decided to pursue a career in veterinary medicine enrolling in York Technical Institute’s veterinary technician program instead. Read More about Emily
Brianna, CVT, Inpatient/Outpatient Technician
Adopted: December 2020
Brianna joined Patton Veterinary Hospital as a technician in December 2020, though she had previously been part of our Animal Care Team from 2016-2017. A graduate of Red Lion High School and Manor College, Brianna lives in Red Lion and has two dogs, Emmitt, a Great Dane mix and Bella a beagle mix, both of which she adopted from the SPCA. Read More about Brianna
Brandy, Outpatient Technician & Inventory Assistant
Adopted: February 2012
Brandy Brenner joined the PVH nursing staff in February 2012. A graduate of Dover High School, Brandy worked for several years at Valley Green Veterinary Hospital in Etters, and at The Meadows Pet Resort in Strinestown. Although her working life has mainly been spent in animal care, Brandy admits that this was never a conscious decision. She believes that her work in the veterinary field came about naturally. Read More about Brandy
Angelica, CVT, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: December 2019
Get ready to meet the one and only Angelica from Landisville, PA, who's bringing a burst of excitement to the world of veterinary care at Patton! As a Certified Veterinary Technician, she's a powerhouse of support, assisting our incredible veterinarians during appointments with unmatched passion and skill!
But Angelica's not just about her professional life; her personal world is quite awesome as well! She's living life to the fullest with her husband, Zach, by her side. And that's not all - they have an adorable pitbull named Pineapple, who's as sweet as her name suggests! Pineapple is just 5 years old, full of energy, and a bundle of joy in Angelica's life! Read More about Angelica
Allison, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: April 2021
Say hello to Allison! She joined Patton Veterinary Hospital in April 2021 as our new veterinary assistant. Allison hails from Brogue and is a graduate of Red Lion Area Senior High School. She is currently attending York Technical Institute’s veterinary technician program. She has always wanted to work with animals and is very excited to finish school and begin her career as a certified vet tech. Read More about Allison
Sara, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: May 2021
Sara officially joined the Patton Veterinary hospital as a veterinary technician in May, 2021 after her YTI externship at our hospital. Sara’s hometown is Wrightsville and she is a graduate of Eastern York High School and York Technical Institute’s veterinary technician program.
Sara chose a career in veterinary medicine because she, “really enjoy[s] science and working with animals.” Sara says, “This is something I have wanted to do ever since I was old enough to understand what a career was. Read More about Sara
Erica, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: August 2021
Ashley, Technician Assistant Supervisor, Outpatient & Inpatient Technician
Adopted: March 2022
Nicole, Outpatient & Inpatient Technician
Adopted: March 2010
Stephanie, Outpatient Technician & Behavior Coordinator
Adopted: December 2022
Stephanie rejoined Patton Veterinary Hospital in December 2022, but her journey with PVH actually began years earlier when she started working in the kennel at just 16. It was during that time that she fell in love with veterinary medicine, and PVH has always held a special place in her heart. Over the course of her career, she has gained valuable experience in emergency medicine, but she ultimately realized that her true passion lies in general practice. Returning to PVH feels like coming full circle, and she’s thrilled to be back where her career first began. Read More about Stephanie
Shannon, Outpatient & Inpatient Technician, Training Coordinator
Adopted: January 2023
Shannon joined Patton Veterinary Hospital bringing with her a lifetime of experience and a deep love for animals. Growing up in Delta, PA, she was surrounded by a variety of animals—dogs, cats, horses, cows, sheep, and goats—which sparked her passion for veterinary care. Shannon’s career path began at a lesson and boarding horse farm, followed by work at a boarding kennel. Eventually, she transitioned to a veterinary technician role, where she realized that this was the career meant for her. Read More about Shannon
Daniella, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: November 2021
Daniella wears multiple hats at Patton Veterinary Hospital, working both as a receptionist in Client Relations and as an outpatient technician. She is currently pursuing her Associate of Science degree through Penn Foster, with the goal of becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician. Originally from Monterey, California, and having spent time in Midland, Texas, Daniella moved to York, PA, in 2001, where she settled with her family. As an Army brat, she had a diverse upbringing that ultimately led her to Lower Windsor, where she now resides on an 85-acre livestock and crop farm. Read More about Daniella
Celina, Outpatient Technician
Adopted: January 2024
Celina, from York, PA, joined Patton Veterinary Hospital to gain valuable experience as she works toward her goal of becoming a veterinary technician specializing in marine rehabilitation. Passionate about helping animals, especially sea turtles, she currently volunteers at the National Aquarium, where she assists with the care of sea turtles and seals. Read More About Celina
Technician Assistants
Katie
Adopted: January 2023
Katie joined the Patton Veterinary Hospital team in January 2023. Originally from Dover, DE, she has always had a strong passion for animals and spent her high school years volunteering at the SPCA through her school’s animal science focus. Though she initially began college as a biology major, she discovered her true path was hands-on work with animals—and found her way back to the field she loves.
Katie was introduced to PVH through a coworker at her full-time job while searching for an externship opportunity with Animal Behavior College, and she’s been a valued member of the team ever since. Her dedication to animals has earned her the nickname “Snow White” from friends and family, who’ve watched her rescue everything from birds and rabbits to stray cats, dogs, and even possums.
At home, Katie enjoys relaxing with her two cats and three ferrets, and she loves spending time with her nieces and goddaughter, especially for sleepovers. In her free time, she plays video games and dreams of travel—Montana is high on her bucket list as she was born in Great Falls and hopes to return one day. Japan is also a dream destination, and she’s already checked off Hawaii and a cruise to Bermuda!
Kat
Adopted: August 2019
Katrina is a graduate of Central York High School and attended York College of PA as a biology major. She joined Patton Veterinary Hospital’s Client Relations staff in August 2019. Recently, she also began working as a Technician Assistant, expanding her role within the team. Katrina states she chose this career because “working with animals has always been [her] passion,” and Patton specifically because she, “job shadowed here in high school and was a loyal customer. Read More about Kat
Monica
Adopted: August 2022
Monica joined Patton Veterinary Hospital as a client service representative and has since expanded her skills, now also working as a technician assistant. Originally from Lancaster, PA, she graduated from Hempfield High School in 2015 and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior from Millersville University in 2022.
At home, Monica lives with her husband and their newly rescued Pitbull, Biggie. Her love for animals led her to a career in veterinary medicine, where she enjoys making a meaningful difference in every animal's life she encounters. Whether helping clients or assisting with patient care, Monica is passionate about providing the best service to both pets and their families. Read More about Monica
Kat
Adopted: October 2024
Brittney
Adopted: September 2025
Brittney joined the Patton Veterinary Hospital team in September 2025, bringing with her a genuine love for animals and a strong commitment to veterinary care. A graduate of Eastern York High School and the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Program, Brittney chose to work in the field because of her passion for helping animals and being hands-on in their care.
At home, Brittney is surrounded by a full house of furry companions, including her two pitties, Dutches and JackJack, and six cats - Venum, Tucker, Marie, Sassy, Rosie, and Flower - who keep life entertaining and full of personality. When she’s not at work, Brittney enjoys the simple things in life. If given a free day with no responsibilities, she’d happily spend it catching up on sleep. She also has a love for adventure and has some exciting goals on her bucket list, including swimming with sharks and experiencing other wildlife up close.
Known for her dedication and steady determination, Brittney lives by the quote, “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop,” by Confucius - a mindset that reflects both her work ethic and her approach to life.