The Lead Whisker-

Christopher- Office Manager/ Veterinary Assistant

 Christopher has over 25 years of experience in veterinary medicine, starting as a kennel tech in Escondido and working his way up to office manager through roles in assisting and supervision. He joined Cheshire Cat in August 2015. A lifelong animal lover, Christopher has a special passion for cats, which makes Cheshire Cat the perfect fit. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys playing music, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his wife Cheryl and their Maine Coon, Samson.

The Purr-fect First Impression

Hailey- Receptionist/ Veterinary Assistant

Gema- Receptionist/ Certified Veterinary Assistant

Gema is a Certified Veterinary Assistant who graduated from Pima Medical Institute in 2021 and currently serves as a receptionist at Cheshire Clinic. She is dedicated to providing a welcoming and supportive experience for both patients and their owners, with a special love for cats and helping them feel safe and comfortable. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, watching anime, playing video games, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her family- especially her cat, Nini.

Miranda- Receptionist

The Healing Paws

Isabelle- Registered Veterinary Technician/ Receptionist

Isabelle began her journey in veterinary medicine in 2021 and became a Registered Veterinary Technician in 2024 after graduating from Pima Medical Institute. A lifelong cat lover, she has always felt at home working with feline patients and is passionate about making visits the best experience for both cats and their cat parents. She joined the Cheshire team in 2026 as a Receptionist where she helps create a welcoming vibe for everyone who walks in the door and also assists behind the scenes when needed. Outside of work, Isabelle shares her home with her 4 domestic shorthair cats- Diamond, Cheese, Theodore, and Baby- who definitely run the house..

The Helping Paws

Lili- Certified Veterinary Assistant 

Lili has been in the veterinary field since she was 18 back in 2022 and has a special passion for feline medicine. Her experience with animal handling began in 2020 when she ran her own grooming and dog training business. She went to earn her Veterinary Assistant certification and Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology at Pima Medical Intitute, and is dedicated to providing gentle, low stress care for every cat she meets. Her passion extends beyond the clinic, as she also spends time caring for pets outside of work to help their owners. At home she's a proud pet mom of her 2 dogs, Luna and Cholo and 3 cats, Reina, Paco, and Poncho!

Valentina- Veterinary Assistant

Valentina has dedicated most of her life to working with animals. Her journey began early, growing up in a family involved in animal welfare. From a young age, she gained hands-on experience fostering cats and kittens and working with feral cat populations. This lifelong involvement has shaped her passion for animal care and commitment to helping every patient receive the compassion and support they deserve. When she's at home, she's busy being a pet mom of her 2 cats, Hennessy, Halo and her dog Gunner.

Michelle- Veterinary Assistant

Michelle has been in the veterinary field for over a decade and has been part of the Cheshire Cat Clinic team since 2022. She is trained in feline-friendly, low stress handling techniques and is passionate about helping each patient feel safe and comfortable during their visit. Michelle values building a special bond with every cat in her care to create a positive experience. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, cooking, watching movies, and spending time with her two cats, select humans, and her houseplants.