Veterinarian's Oath

"I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of livestock resources, the promotion of public health and the advancement of medical knowledge."

 

Our Vets:


Curtis Barnett, D.V.M.

Dr. Barnett graduated from Colorado State University with an undergraduate degree and was also enrolled in the Masters Degree program. He completed 4 years of Cancer research at the Saint Joseph's Hospital in Florida and graduated from the University of Florida Veterinary School in 1982. Dr. Barnett moved to Carlisle after veterinary school for better career opportunities. He was employed by Dr. Robert Rill for 6 months before Dr. Rill retired to Florida for health reasons. This afforded Dr. Barnett the opportunity to purchase the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Barnett married Dr. Holly Wendell in 1989 and he is the "father" to two furkids, Rottweiler "Molly" and cat "Munchie". Dr. Barnett with Margie (Margie is responsible for keeping our clinic and grounds looking great).

 

Barbara Strock, V.M.D.

Dr. Strock graduated from Lebanon Valley College with a B.S. in Biology and earned her V.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School in 1987. She enjoys hiking and backpacking. "Radar and Peeper" are both orphan kitties she adopted from the clinic after they were hit by cars. She is a little shy about having her picture taken but we did manage to "sneak" this one in while she was playing with her buddy, our resident clinic kitty, "Tumbles".

 

Pamela Jennings,  V.M.D.

Dr. Jennings graduated from South Dakota State University with a B.S. in microbiology and Animal Science. She graduated from Perdue University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1982. Dr. Jennings was employed at the West Shore Veterinary Hospital from 1982-2004, and was a co-owner of the Hospital from 1985 to 2002. In her "off" time she enjoys her family of humans, birds, dogs, sheep, horses and one kitty.

Patricia Gabig,  V.M.D.

Dr. Patty has been a Carlisle resident since she graduated from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine in 1993. She's married to Will Gabig and has 4 children: G.G. (2 legs), Ian (2 legs), Fiona and Murfe (4 legs).

 

Dr. Justin Eckenrode, D.V.M, M.S

Dr. Justin Eckenrode has come full circle in his journey to become a veterinarian. He is a 1999 graduate of Carlisle High School before attending Penn State University receiving his BS degree in Animal Bioscience in 2003. Justin then began work at the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic in the summer of 2003 as a veterinary assistant. During his time at the clinic, he attended Shippensburg University for his MS degree in Biology. After graduation in 2006 Justin attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on the island of St. Kitts, West Indies. During that time was president of SVECCS emergency & critical care club and student representative for the Hill's Pet Food Company. He then attended the Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine for his clinical year before receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in June 2010 and returning home to Carlisle. Justin also brought home an adorable lab/heeler rescue mix named Colbie and two adorable cats named Darby and Mac. When he isn't working, Justin's interests include: skiing, running half-marathons, road biking and music. His girlfriend Jennifer is also a veterinarian in Littleton, CO.

Dr. Justin Eckenrode

 
 

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OUR STAFF:

Our staff is dedicated to continuing education in an effort to provide the most current medical care available, and to keep abreast of the latest advances in veterinary medicine.

Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Pamela,  R.H.A.T.

     Pam has been a part of the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic for 29 years, at the same time training show horses and riders for 20 years. She has two dogs, two horses, and six cats. She spends her spare time keeping the farm running smoothly. Here is a picture of Pam and her beloved Doberman Pinscher- "Phoebe."

 

 

 

  Patricia, R.A.H.T. 

 

Pat graduated from Harcum College and has worked at the Carlisle Small Animal Clinic full or part-time since 1982.  She has a soft spot for feline faces and has 5 cats: Lucky, Jake, Trekker, Loki and Rita Mae Brown.  She also works full time for the Commonwealth of Pa. as an Animal/Poultry Health Inspector. At right is a picture of Pat with "Lucky."

 

 




Diane,  R.A.H.T.

     Diane graduated from Harcum College in 1979 and has been working at the Carlisle Small Animal Clinic since August of that year. She lives with her husband, Richard and has one dog, "Ellie", and three cats, "Lilli", "Rocky" and "Rosie with the four white toesies."

                

Office Supervisor

Janice

    Janice and her family are originally from the Carlisle area, and she has worked for the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic since 1986. Currently their pets include a Pekingese, "Louie" and cat, "Meeka".

Veterinary Assistants

Cheryl

Amy

Amanda


Sara

Sara's Sheltie Molly

Sara graduated from Biglerville High School in 2007. She then attended the Vet Tech Institute, graduated with an associates degree in 2009. She began working at the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic in August of 2009. She has 4 dogs - "Molly", "Lady", "Peanut" and "Whiskey", and also a three-legged cat named "Huck". Pictured is her Sheltland Sheepdog, "Molly".

 

 

  

Sandi

 

Heather

Heather's pets

     Heather has a Bachelors in Large Animal Science (2002) from Delaware Valley College. She is working on her Associate degree in Veterinary Technology through Purdue University. She lives with her husband Kris and has 2 cats, Lo-Ki and Monkey, and 2 dogs, Sam and Boh. She and Kris welcomed the arrival of a baby girl, Alix, in November.

Manny and Sam (black)
Monkey (white and calico) and Lo-ki (cream) 




Receptionists

Sandy  Hector    

     Sandy has worked at the Carlisle Small Animal Clinic for over 20 years. She has a Mixed breed Terrier, "Hector", and a cat named "Chester". She has three grown children and 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandson as well as several "granddogs, cats, cows, pigs, chickens and fish".

    

Angie 

Angie's Furkids

     Angie resides in York with her husband Steve. She has bred/shown and trained dogs since 1979, and currently has 10 Shetland Sheepdogs. She was a professional pet groomer for 17 years before coming to work at the Carlisle Small Animal Veterinary Clinic.  Pictured are some of the furkids at Angie's home - Penny, Mari and McGraw.

Marilyn

Kathy

     Kathy has worked as a receptionist at the clinic for a couple of years. Before coming to the clinic she worked as an adoption counselor for the Humane Society. Hobbies include spending time with family, friends and her many pets.

Kendra

     Kendra lives in Carlisle with her parents and brother. She is working toward taking online courses to become a vet tech. She has a llama, 7 goats, and chickens as pets.

 

Staff Support

Sandee

Margie

     Margie is responsible for helping keep the clinic looking so great, both inside and outside. She has a green thumb that is able to convince our African Violets to grace us with their blloms.

Anna