Allen Heights Veterinary Hospital

Sharyl has been a part time employee at Allen Heights Veterinary Hospital for 10.5 years, except for a brief break in her years of service last year. She functions primarily as a surgical technician behind the scenes, though occasionally doubles as an exam room tech or receptionist! Sharyl is a graduate of Holyoke Community College with a degree in Vet and Animal Science, and is a also a Certified Veterinary Technician, a credential that is gained through national examination by the Joint Committee on Veterinary Technician Certification. She participates in the annual recertification process, which requires ongoing continuing education. Sharyl's additional educational background in comprised of three 
years of undergraduate study at Iowa State University.


     
       Sharyl and her husband, John, reside in Pittsfield with two large breed dogs, "Sam" and "Sasha". "Sam" is a 55 pound gray, wiry, silly, 7 year old terrier mix dog who runs at the speed of light and leaps through the air like a gazelle! He is as carefree as the wind and happy as the day is long-his expressions truly take on the appearance of laughter! "Sasha", their 86 pound, 8 year old German Shepherd Dog , is the family worrier. She believes it is her job to herd the grandchildren and "Sam", and to be the last one through the door once all are rounded up. She takes her work quite seriously!!The highlight of her day is her tennis ball, which always remains near and dear! Sharyl and John rescued "Sam" from the Berkshire Humane Society at age 1.5 years, and adopted "Sasha" from another family at 3.5 years old. The dogs are fast friends, the very best of buddies.