Meet Our Support Staff

Leslie

Office Manager 

Born and raised in Denver, Colorado with one older brother and a single mom, Leslie learned first hand what hard work means. She graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a double major in Spanish and Biology, and a minor in Biochemistry.

Leslie moved up to Wyoming after graduation with now husband Bob, and they have made a life here in the Big Horn Basin. Together they raised two bright and enchanting daughters, Caitlyn and Gabrielle. Caitlyn graduated from the University of Wyoming in 2022 and is now working as a paralegal in Colorado. Gabrielle lives in Atlanta where she attends Emory University and performs in Emory Dance Company.

Leslie is an essential part of CVH. Her endless guidance, support, and expertise have made her a wonderful part of our team, and we don’t know what we’d do without her!

When she’s not at work you can probably find her in the saddle. Riding her horses is one of Leslie’s favorite ways to destress and soak in the beautiful countryside. She shares her love of raising Quarter Horses with her uncle, and mentor, Bruce.

Leslie also enjoys yoga with Meghan, fitness training with Lucas, keeping up with her Spanish literature, snuggling up with her two kitties and the family pup, listening to podcasts, or traveling the world.

Emilie

Veterinary Technician/Lead Veterinary Nurse

Emilie is a Cody native, born and raised. She and her husband Josh now call Burlington home, and they have recently welcomed two handsome little boys into their family: True in 2022 and Myles in 2024! Their family also consists of a huge herd of animals ranging from cats to pups to horses. They truly can’t say “no” to an animal in need.

Emilie received her Associate’s degree as a Veterinary Assistant prior to joining our team in 2019, and she’s now working on a second degree to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. Not stopping there, Emilie plans to pursue Animal Physical Therapy as soon as she has that second degree under her belt. Emilie is extremely kind, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping animals and people alike. She’s a wonderful member of our team, and we’re so grateful we get to spend our days working alongside her.

Always eager to try something new, Emilie is learning to rawhide braid, and she’s working on eventually making bosals, which are a beautiful piece of western tack. In her spare time, Emilie loves haring her love of horses with the men in her life: Josh, True, and little Myles.

Jordyn

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Jordyn first joined us as an extern in 2024, and we quickly knew we didn’t want to lose her to another clinic—so we’re thrilled it worked out for her to return full time. She grew up in Powell participating in 4-H, where she showed sheep and pigs, and she still loves anything outdoors, from snowboarding and hiking to camping, fishing, and swimming. She shares her home with a perfectly behaved Pointer named Oakley—giving her a lifelong soft spot for pointer breeds—and a mischievous cat named Nugget, and she’s often the one found in the back snuggling the animals.

Jordyn attended Eastern Wyoming College, where she earned her Veterinary Technician degree, passed her board exams in December, and is now fully licensed.

Known around here as our “inventory goddess,” there’s truly nothing Jordyn can’t do—she keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes, always with the biggest smile. Having known from a very young age that this was the career she wanted, Jordyn genuinely loves what she does and doesn’t plan on doing anything else.

Malia

Veterinary Technician

Malia Patrick is originally from North Carolina and brings over three years of experience in veterinary medicine. She joined our team in 2025 and has quickly become an invaluable part of the clinic—we are so lucky to have her and her calm, steady presence.

She has worked in both small and large animal practices, with extensive hands-on experience in emergency and urgent care cases, and has even discovered a (not-so-secret anymore) love for dental procedures, especially mastering all that’s involved with dental radiographs. Malia grew up involved in her family’s animal rescue, which helped spark her lifelong passion for animal care. She relocated to Cody, Wyoming to support her husband’s work as a wildland firefighter and quickly fell in love with the community and surrounding landscape, with plans to make Wyoming her long-term home.

At home, she shares life with her two deaf dogs, Riley and Asher, who are a very special part of her world. Outside of work, Malia enjoys training and riding her horses and spending as much time outdoors as possible.

Allie

Veterinary Assistant

Allie grew up in Maryland with 4 brothers, sandwiched in the middle like the best part of an Oreo, she gained plenty of life skills. She attended West Virginia University, pursuing a degree in Agriculture, and has been working as an educator since 2018, biding her time until she found employment with a veterinary clinic.

Allie has an extensive background raising cattle, training and showing horses, giving riding lessons, livestock judging, 4H, and FFA participation.

She enjoys riding her horses, playing with her dogs, hiking, hunting, singing, baking, and enjoying the little moments and mountain views.

Allie joined our team this January and has proven to be super handy at all the tasks and challenges of a veterinary hospital. We are truly lucky she chose Cody, Wyoming, as her home.

Isabel

Veterinary Assistant

Isabel grew up in North Carolina but had been visiting Cody every summer since the age of seven. After spending two seasons working for an outfitter packing mules, she decided to make Cody her permanent home.

She has been riding horses since she was four years old and always knew she wanted to pursue a career working with animals. Isabel began her animal care experience at the young age of 16, working at a dog boarding facility, and later spent two years as a veterinary assistant in North Carolina.

Isabel shares her life with a Catahoula puppy named Shiloh and two horses, with hopes of adding a third in the future. In her free time, she enjoys trail riding around Cody, pack-trip style camping, reading a good book, and taking her pup for walks or swims.

Isabel joined our team in 2026, and we feel fortunate to have her as part of our clinic family.

Brittany

Veterinary Assistant

Brittany is a South Florida native with a ranch-raised heart and has always been drawn to animals, especially horses. That passion led her into veterinary medicine, where she gets to combine her love for animals with hands-on care every day. She joined our team in 2026 and is already quickly learning the intricacies of equine breeding where we have planted her to grow and thrive. Brittany holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and is currently working toward her Equine Science degree through Unity University, along with her Veterinary Technician degree through Penn Foster.

When she’s not at the clinic, she’s usually planning her next adventure as a travel agent or spending time with her family. She’s married, has one daughter, and a full crew at home that includes two dogs, two cats, and two horses—so life is never boring!

Stephanie

Veterinary Assistant

Stephanie was born and raised in Wyoming, growing up on a small farm in Lovell where her love for animals and the outdoors began early. She has been married to her husband, Shaine, for nearly 30 years, and together they have three children—Carson, Ashley, and Steven—along with a daughter-in-law, Ashton, and an adorable new grandson, Luke.

Stephanie enjoys spending her free time outdoors, especially fishing, riding, hunting, and camping. She also has a passion for baking and loves creating treats for family and friends.

Her compassion for animals shines both at work and at home. Stephanie has a special place in her heart for animals in need of a second chance—something clearly reflected in her own household, which includes five dogs and a special-needs kitten, now cat she couldn’t resist giving a loving home.

We are truly fortunate to have Stephanie’s kind heart and dedication as part of the CVH team.

Dakota

Student Intern

Dakota grew up in Powell, Wyoming, where he developed a strong appreciation for animals, the outdoors, and hard work. Raised around ranch life and agriculture, he has always been interested in caring for animals and learning more about animal health. His long-term goal is to become a veterinarian and work in the agricultural and livestock industry.

Dakota has been involved in baseball since the age of eight and currently plays catcher for the Powell Pioneers American Legion team. He especially enjoys pitch calling and being involved in every play on the field. Through baseball, he has developed leadership skills, discipline, and a strong work ethic that carry into all aspects of his life.

He has also been active in 4-H shooting sports for many years. With both of his parents as coaches, Dakota spent countless hours on the range, developing a passion for competition and precision. His dedication earned him a Wyoming State 4-H .22 championship and a spot at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Competition in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Outside of school and sports, Dakota enjoys spending time outdoors, working with animals, and helping with family projects. He is excited to gain hands-on experience at the clinic and continue learning about veterinary medicine as he works toward his future career. We are happy to have him as part of our team and excited to see where his path takes him.

Erin

Social Media Manager

Erin, another of our international gals, was born and raised in Manitoba, Canada. She moved to the States in 2002, then to Wyoming in 2008. She and her husband Mike have three fur babies: Finn and Shay, the two resident pups, and their equine partner Cady.

By trade, Erin is a massage therapist and practiced in Cody for many years. She decided to switch up her career from helping people to helping animals, and she’s enthusiastically taken on the new challenge.

Erin joined the CVH crew in 2022 where she’s been training as a veterinary technician. We are extremely lucky that Erin decided to make the jump to a new career and land with our team. She has allowed us to showcase our daily wins at CVH on our social media, and she gives our patients the best care. Erin is efficient and sees the big picture, which has made each of us and the care we provide better.

On a day off, you will probably find Erin working diligently on her very own small business Wyld Sisters! Erin creates wonderfully whimsical (and very smart) equine competition shirt designs that our team loves. Erin also likes to practice interior decorating and work with plants and flowers. Her creative spark doesn’t end there because Erin sings as well – the complete artistic package!

Nyuki

Client Service Representative 

Nyuki was born in Munich, Germany, and growing up split her time between both Germany and England. She moved to Cody when she married her late husband Michael. They raised two wonderful kids who are now each successful young adults. Conrad, her son, is now living in Colorado and recently engaged to his partner Emily. Bethany, her daughter, is attending medical school and is married to her partner James.

Nyuki’s eclectic experience has ranged from teaching piano to working as a phlebotomist. Looking for something new, she joined CVH in the fall of 2022 as another one of the warm faces you encounter walking into our clinic. Nyuki is extremely kind and genuine. She loves to connect with each person and animal that walks through our doors. Plus, she has the best stories!

During her time off, Nyuki enjoys taking walks with her furry friends, Finn and Alice, hiking, crocheting, gardening, watching British television, and relaxing with a nice glass of wine.

Amanda

Recptionist

Amanda was born in California and raised in Cody, Wyoming, where she grew up in a close-knit household with one younger brother and three older siblings. From an early age, she was surrounded by animals, developing a lifelong love for both dogs and horses.

She currently shares her passion for animals with her family’s four dogs—Kealey, Lenny, Angus, and Murphy. Amanda is pursuing college coursework in Veterinary Assisting and Zoology, intending to build a career working with both wildlife and domesticated animals.

In her free time, she enjoys reading and expressing her creativity through hands-on projects such as refurbishing furniture and creating wall art.
Amanda joined our team in 2026 and brings a warm, welcoming presence to the front desk.