Savannah has been in the veterinary field for 5 years and joined OVG in the Spring of 2023. She graduated from Modesto Junior College Veterinary Technician Program and has certificates in small and large animals. 

What is your favorite part about your job? Something new every day. Caring for the patients and seeing them light up or letting their personality show when they start to feel better.

If you could be an animal for a day, what animal would you choose to be and why? A house cat, so I could do nothing but sleep and eat all day.

You can only eat one dish for every meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for a whole month; what meal are you choosing? Potatoes in any form.

Who would you say is the best dressed employee when you're not all wearing scrubs? (Yes, you can vote yourself!) Sarah.

Favorite dog breed and why? Border collies because they’re smart, loyal, and hard-working

Favorite cat breed and why? Maine Coon because they are so cute.

You're stranded on an island for a month; what 4 things are you bringing with you? Phone, Food, Wate, My dog.

If you had to take one coworker from OVG with you, who would you take and why? Juliann because we always have the best time together ❤️

What is your favorite season of the year and why? Summer because there are a lot more activities and events to go to. And it’s sunflower season.

What is your favorite responsibility/task/procedure to perform at work? Placing IV catheters.

What is your number one tip you have for pet owners? It can be anything from care tips, treat/food recommendations, tips before vet visits, etc. Always research the breed before adopting or buying, and get pet insurance!

Which Hogwarts House would you be in and why? I don’t know what that is

What's your go to Starbucks drink? Iced Carmel macchiato

What made you go into the veterinary medicine field for your career? My love for animals.

What pets do you have at home? (breed & name) Pitbull mix - Izzy Orange tabby - Remy Gray DSH - Norm

What is your favorite all time movie? Anger management or Deadpool

Which OVG core value do you most embody and why? (Passionate, genuine, collaborative, fun, respectful) Passionate because this job is my life, and I can’t imagine ever doing anything else.

What are you most looking forward to in the new hospital? Space and the break room!

What is your idea of the perfect day off? Getting the house cleaned, walking my dog, and cooking a good dinner

If you could travel to anywhere in the world where would you go and why? Hawaii because it has the most beautiful beaches and perfect weather

Who would you consider your biggest mentor/inspiration in your career? Why? Multiple Doctors that I’ve worked with in the past at different hospitals. They’ve taught me everything I know and are some of the most genuine, caring, and hard-working people I know.