Dr. Allison Butt with her dog Loki

Doctors and Staff

At Shaffer Animal Hospital you have more than just a vet, you have a complete veterinary team providing a unique blend of medical expertise.

Doctors
Our doctors are all highly trained and experienced veterinarians who love animals and thoroughly enjoy practicing veterinary medicine.

Drs. Jeffrey and Kendra Shaffer
They are owners of Shaffer Animal Hospital and have been practicing for more than 25 years. They both graduated from Auburn University in 1981. Dr. Jeff has a special interest in ferrets and Dr. Kendra has a special interest in surgery.

Dr. Cynthia Thomas
She graduated from the University of Florida in 1986. She was employed by the Shaffer's at their previous clinic and has felt at home ever since and decided to make the transition over to the new clinic.

Dr. Allison Butt
Graduated from the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Following graduation she received advanced training through a one year internship in teh Boston area. She then moved to the Orlando area with her dog and joined the staff of Shaffer Animal Hospital.

Dr. Sarika Patel

Dr. Nicole Gerrish

Staff
The employees of Shaffer Animal Hospital know how important your pet is to you. If you are like us your pet is a member of your family. So your pet will receive a lot of compassion from the staff along with the best possible care.

Natalie Wilson CVT/RDH
She became a Certified Veterinarian Technician in 1994 and a Registered Dental Hygienist in 2002. She joined Shaffer Animal Hospital in 1999. She performs professional dental prophylaxis and can help you with the products and information to help prevent or delay periodontal disease in your pet.

Receptionists
They will great you at the front desk and make sure that you and your pet feel welcome.

Technicians
Will assist the doctors in rooms and surgery. They will also provide compassionate nursing care for your pet if they need to stay with us for any reason.

Kennel Assistants
Provide care and attention for your pet while they are staying with us at their home away from home.