Experience you can count on....... "I graduated from Tufts Veterinary School in 1987, but my education hasn't stopped there. I regularly attend seminars to stay current on new technologies and improved treatments for pets. In the past few years, I have studied several complementary methods of treating patients and have incorporated them into my practice. In 2004, I was certified in Veterinary Acupuncture by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS), and completed Reiki Master training. I have the ability to integrate traditional veterinary care with acupuncture, Reiki, flower essences and homeopathy when it is appropriate. The more diverse my knowledge, the better care I can provide for your pet. Small Town Values............. "My wife and I moved to Maine in 1994, because we knew that it would be a great place to raise our son. We feel very fortunate to be in such a wonderful community where we can participate in many of the unique activities that western Maine has to offer. Bethel is a community where neighbors still help neighbors. We enjoy the friendly smiles and warm greetings we receive when we walk down Main Street. |
Gary
Stuer, D.V.M.... he treats all his patients like they are
part of his family...
"I chose veterinary medicine because I care about
pets and the people who love them. I share my home
with several dogs and cats, so I understand the special
bond that forms when pets are members of the family."
"After over twenty years, I still love being a
veterinarian. My clients appreciate the individual
attention I give their pets and the way I treat each
animal as if it were my own. Your pet deserves that
level of care."
Stuer, D.V.M.... he treats all his patients like they are
part of his family...
"I chose veterinary medicine because I care about
pets and the people who love them. I share my home
with several dogs and cats, so I understand the special
bond that forms when pets are members of the family."
"After over twenty years, I still love being a
veterinarian. My clients appreciate the individual
attention I give their pets and the way I treat each
animal as if it were my own. Your pet deserves that
level of care."
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Gary J. Stuer, D.V.M.- Julie Schubert, D.V.M. - Robin Gorrell, D.V.M.
Kathy-Jo Farren
Hospital Staff
Sara Gallant
| Anne Stuer and Dr. Gary Stuer |
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Our Doctors .............
| Julie Schubert, D.V.M. |
| Julie Schubert, D.V.M........ "I never considered another career besides Veterinary medicine. I chose to work in a mixed practice for 20 years because I loved the variety of skills needed to deal with both large and small animals. It was certainly a James Herriot type of life. Many great stories and fine people. I narrowed my focus to small animal practice in order to spend more time with patients and clients. I like to delve deeper into their medical problems and focus on the human-animal bond that is so important in veterinary medicine. My family and I moved to Bethel after enjoying 17 years of mixed practice in Colebrook, NH, and one year in Three Rivers, Michigan. Our daughter, son, and family dog join my husband and me in hiking, skiing (both nordic and downhill), running, biking and other outdoor activities. A passion for playing the trumpet has led to performances with orchestras, community bands and many other musical groups." |
| *DVM & B.S. Michigan State University School of Veterinary Medicine *American Veterinary Medical Assoc. *International Trumpet Guild |
Robin Gorrell, D.V.M.
Front Office.............
| Sara Gallant Receptionist |
Sara has worked as a receptionist at the Bethel
Animal Hospital for ten years. She was born and
raised in Rumford, Maine. She makes her home with
husband Jeff and one cat, Crinkle. Sara has two
grown children a beautiful granddaughter and several
"grand animals".
In their free time Sara and Jeff enjoy motorcycle
riding, kayaking, camping and snowshoeing. Sara
also likes to bake and do handwork, particularly
knitting.
Animal Hospital for ten years. She was born and
raised in Rumford, Maine. She makes her home with
husband Jeff and one cat, Crinkle. Sara has two
grown children a beautiful granddaughter and several
"grand animals".
In their free time Sara and Jeff enjoy motorcycle
riding, kayaking, camping and snowshoeing. Sara
also likes to bake and do handwork, particularly
knitting.
| Hilda Ginter Receptionist |
Hilda has been with us since November 2000. She comes to
us with lots of previous experience from a veterinary
hospital in Montreal, Canada. She has a great knack for
relaxing everyone with a joke or funny story whenever the
clinic is busy.
Hilda is a certified Pet Groomer, as well as being an
accomplished breeder and exhibitor of Newfoundlands for
over 30 years now. Her prize-winning Newfs can be found
throughout the USA, Canada and Europe.
Hilda lives in Gorham, NH with her husband John, her
"herd" of Newfies, and three spoiled cats!
us with lots of previous experience from a veterinary
hospital in Montreal, Canada. She has a great knack for
relaxing everyone with a joke or funny story whenever the
clinic is busy.
Hilda is a certified Pet Groomer, as well as being an
accomplished breeder and exhibitor of Newfoundlands for
over 30 years now. Her prize-winning Newfs can be found
throughout the USA, Canada and Europe.
Hilda lives in Gorham, NH with her husband John, her
"herd" of Newfies, and three spoiled cats!
Kathy-Jo has worked at the Bethel Animal Hospital for 17
years. Her favorite role is that of surgery assistant. Through
all the ups and downs she has maintained her passionate love
for all the animals she comes in contact with.
Kathy lives in West Bethel with her husband Dick, four dogs
and three cats. The love of her life is a six year old Sheltie
named Fenway with whom she trains in Agility and Rally. She
has two grown children. Jody lives in Lebanon, Maine with
his wife, Kelsey, daughter, Autumn, son Cameron, their Pug,
Penelope and an Old English Bulldog, Lucy.
Daughter Brandi lives in Barre, Vermont with her two
children, Jaeden, now eight years old, and Jack, who is five.
In her spare time, Kathy enjoys spending time with her
Grandchildren and her dogs. She and Fenway have excelled
in both Agility and Rally, earning their Excellent titles in both.
years. Her favorite role is that of surgery assistant. Through
all the ups and downs she has maintained her passionate love
for all the animals she comes in contact with.
Kathy lives in West Bethel with her husband Dick, four dogs
and three cats. The love of her life is a six year old Sheltie
named Fenway with whom she trains in Agility and Rally. She
has two grown children. Jody lives in Lebanon, Maine with
his wife, Kelsey, daughter, Autumn, son Cameron, their Pug,
Penelope and an Old English Bulldog, Lucy.
Daughter Brandi lives in Barre, Vermont with her two
children, Jaeden, now eight years old, and Jack, who is five.
In her spare time, Kathy enjoys spending time with her
Grandchildren and her dogs. She and Fenway have excelled
in both Agility and Rally, earning their Excellent titles in both.
| Donna Parent Practice Coordinator |
"I grew up in Berlin, NH, with two older brothers, a wonderful
mother, and a very nurturing grandmother. I never had any animals
as a young child, but when my Dad died, I was 10 and a good friend
of the family gave me a dog. Her name was Misty, a mixed breed.
My love of animals grew from that moment on.
I married my high school love, and we have always had animals
throughout our married life. We have one daughter, Jessica, who is
married, and we are proud grandparents of their adopted lab mix.
As a family, we were actively involved in Greyhound rescue. We were
first introduced to greyhounds through Greyhound Placement Service
of Bridgton, Maine. We used to help out by doing foster care.
I remember when we adopted our first Greyhound, looking for the
right person to take care of him, and Dr. Stuer was it. I joined his
staff in 2001. This was a personal dream: to be part of a
compassionate and dedicated team. What a pleasure to work with
people who have the same priorities and goals in life. And who could
ask for anything more when you look into the eyes of the animals we
treat and get big dog kisses!
mother, and a very nurturing grandmother. I never had any animals
as a young child, but when my Dad died, I was 10 and a good friend
of the family gave me a dog. Her name was Misty, a mixed breed.
My love of animals grew from that moment on.
I married my high school love, and we have always had animals
throughout our married life. We have one daughter, Jessica, who is
married, and we are proud grandparents of their adopted lab mix.
As a family, we were actively involved in Greyhound rescue. We were
first introduced to greyhounds through Greyhound Placement Service
of Bridgton, Maine. We used to help out by doing foster care.
I remember when we adopted our first Greyhound, looking for the
right person to take care of him, and Dr. Stuer was it. I joined his
staff in 2001. This was a personal dream: to be part of a
compassionate and dedicated team. What a pleasure to work with
people who have the same priorities and goals in life. And who could
ask for anything more when you look into the eyes of the animals we
treat and get big dog kisses!
| Pauline Perron Licensed Veterinary Technician |
Pauline grew up on a working dairy farm in Lewiston,
Maine. In 1989 her parents sold the farm and purchased
a 217 acre working farm in Sumner. Her family opened
the Morrill Farm Bed and Breakfast, which also offers
fresh vegetables, meats, butter and fresh eggs. With an
understanding and love of farm animals, she decided to
pursue a career in veterinary medicine.
Pauline attended Vermont Technical College, receiving
her associates degree in Veterinary Technology. She
has been working here since 1998 and brings her
experience in out-patient and emergent care, laboratory
testing, x-ray and pharmacy medications.
Pauline enjoys spending time with her family and
tending her goats, horse, dairy cows, farm dogs and cats.
Maine. In 1989 her parents sold the farm and purchased
a 217 acre working farm in Sumner. Her family opened
the Morrill Farm Bed and Breakfast, which also offers
fresh vegetables, meats, butter and fresh eggs. With an
understanding and love of farm animals, she decided to
pursue a career in veterinary medicine.
Pauline attended Vermont Technical College, receiving
her associates degree in Veterinary Technology. She
has been working here since 1998 and brings her
experience in out-patient and emergent care, laboratory
testing, x-ray and pharmacy medications.
Pauline enjoys spending time with her family and
tending her goats, horse, dairy cows, farm dogs and cats.
| Jeanne Boelsma Technician |
Jeanne has been at the Animal Hospital since 2005. She
lives in Gilead with her husband, Andy, son, Evan, and her
beloved Great Danes. Jeanne and Andy also have three
daughters, Mariah, who is married and living in North
Carolina, and Katrina and Carey, who live in Sun Valley,
Idaho.
Jeanne has been raising and breeding Great Danes for ten
years, and breeds a litter every year or two. She created
her own website, and her daughter, Carey, does the
photography for the site.
Jeanne is also an EMT for Bethel Rescue, and enjoys
spending time with her Great Danes, motorcycle riding, art,
quilting and dog carting.
Jeanne has no grandchildren yet, but does have two
grandpuppies, Lilly, of North Carolina, and Paisley, of Sun
Valley, Idaho.
lives in Gilead with her husband, Andy, son, Evan, and her
beloved Great Danes. Jeanne and Andy also have three
daughters, Mariah, who is married and living in North
Carolina, and Katrina and Carey, who live in Sun Valley,
Idaho.
Jeanne has been raising and breeding Great Danes for ten
years, and breeds a litter every year or two. She created
her own website, and her daughter, Carey, does the
photography for the site.
Jeanne is also an EMT for Bethel Rescue, and enjoys
spending time with her Great Danes, motorcycle riding, art,
quilting and dog carting.
Jeanne has no grandchildren yet, but does have two
grandpuppies, Lilly, of North Carolina, and Paisley, of Sun
Valley, Idaho.
"Since joining the Bethel Animal Hospital staff in 2005,
I have enjoyed meeting you and your pets! My pets have
always been important family members in my house,
and it makes me happy to provide quality veterinary
care for your family members as well.
I grew up riding and showing horses in Clarksburg,
West Virginia, and my family owned a series of
wonderful cats and dogs. My mother and brother still
live in the Mountain State. Science and animals have
always been what interests me, and veterinary medicine
allows me to combine those two interests.
I moved to Bethel with my husband and two daughters
in 2005. I first fell in love with Maine during family
vacations here, and during the 1980's I practiced for
three years in Kennebunkport, where I met my husband.
We moved to Maryland for my husband's career, but we
always knew we would come back.
Our family spends free time cross-country skiing,
hiking, biking, canoeing and camping, so the mountains
of western Maine are a perfect fit. We love living in
Bethel and the decision to move here was the right one."
I have enjoyed meeting you and your pets! My pets have
always been important family members in my house,
and it makes me happy to provide quality veterinary
care for your family members as well.
I grew up riding and showing horses in Clarksburg,
West Virginia, and my family owned a series of
wonderful cats and dogs. My mother and brother still
live in the Mountain State. Science and animals have
always been what interests me, and veterinary medicine
allows me to combine those two interests.
I moved to Bethel with my husband and two daughters
in 2005. I first fell in love with Maine during family
vacations here, and during the 1980's I practiced for
three years in Kennebunkport, where I met my husband.
We moved to Maryland for my husband's career, but we
always knew we would come back.
Our family spends free time cross-country skiing,
hiking, biking, canoeing and camping, so the mountains
of western Maine are a perfect fit. We love living in
Bethel and the decision to move here was the right one."
| D.V.M. Ohio State University Undergrad: W. Virginia Weseleyn College American Veterinary Medical Assoc. Bethel Outing Club Mahoosuc Land Trust |
| Dawn-Marie Eliot-Johnson Technician |
| Suzanne Fose Animal Care Assistant |
Dawn lives, breathes and dreams Dalmatians.
She has three of her own, Ghost, Aura and
Jenna. She shows them in Breed, Agility and
Obedience. She also shares her home with a
Chihuahua, Buggy, a Schauzer, Libra, three
birds and two turtles.
She has three of her own, Ghost, Aura and
Jenna. She shows them in Breed, Agility and
Obedience. She also shares her home with a
Chihuahua, Buggy, a Schauzer, Libra, three
birds and two turtles.
| Dawn and Ch. Black Thorn Lucas' Legend RA CGC TDI "Ghost" |
Anne Stuer
"Growing up with hamsters, fish, rats and my dog, Sandy by my side,
I have been an animal lover ever since I can remember. I graduated
from the university of New Hampshire with a Bachelor of Science
degree in Biochemistry and worked in that field for nine years. After
our son Nick was born in 1992, Gary and I decided we wanted a small
wholesome community to raise our child and be able to enjoy more
family time together.
It was perfect timing that we found Bethel and we love this area very
much! Working as the Business Manager in our practice enables me
to have the flexibility I need for Nick's busy schedule, plus I can stay
involved with all our animal patients as our caring staff treats each
one. We currently have four furry critters in our home - our Black
Lab mix Dunkin, and our cats, Olivia, Kiki and Yum Yum!
Business Manager.........
| Kathy Jo Farren Technician |
Technicians...............
| Kathy Schwarz Technician |
Volunteer..............
| Kay McMillin Volunteer |
Kay with Yowser
Kay has been volunteering at the Animal Hospital
for as long as anyone can remember. She can be
found here almost every day. You may see her
greeting patients in the waiting room, cheering up
sick and injured animals in the hospital, or
washing our windows. Wherever Kay is, she is
helping out in some way.
We all look forward to her visits.
for as long as anyone can remember. She can be
found here almost every day. You may see her
greeting patients in the waiting room, cheering up
sick and injured animals in the hospital, or
washing our windows. Wherever Kay is, she is
helping out in some way.
We all look forward to her visits.
| Marcy Collins Technician |
Marcy Collins joined the team here at Bethel Animal
Hospital in the autumn of 2011. Marcy has been a
technician for 26 years, working at Bath-Brunswick
Veterinary Hospital for many years, then later in
Topsham. Marcy lives in Canton, with her partner,
Curt. Marcy has a son, Matthew, who is stationed in
Washington state in the U.S. Army and a daughter,
Bailey, who is in high school. Marcy enjoys
gardening and house restoration projects. Curt and
Marcy have four Chevel Canadian competition
carriage horses, a pug named Jazmin, a Corgi, Sadie,
and assorted cats. Welcome Marcy!
Hospital in the autumn of 2011. Marcy has been a
technician for 26 years, working at Bath-Brunswick
Veterinary Hospital for many years, then later in
Topsham. Marcy lives in Canton, with her partner,
Curt. Marcy has a son, Matthew, who is stationed in
Washington state in the U.S. Army and a daughter,
Bailey, who is in high school. Marcy enjoys
gardening and house restoration projects. Curt and
Marcy have four Chevel Canadian competition
carriage horses, a pug named Jazmin, a Corgi, Sadie,
and assorted cats. Welcome Marcy!
Suzanne has been a faithful employee for many
years. She provides loving care to all the animals
who board at the Bethel Animal Hospital.
Suzanne resides in Greenwood with her two dogs,
Lucy and Liam, and six cats. In her free time,
Suzanne enjoys hiking, gardening, and kayaking.
years. She provides loving care to all the animals
who board at the Bethel Animal Hospital.
Suzanne resides in Greenwood with her two dogs,
Lucy and Liam, and six cats. In her free time,
Suzanne enjoys hiking, gardening, and kayaking.