Meet The Veterinary Assistant Team

Robyn was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. She found her passion working with animals when she volunteered at Camp Easterseal in the riding program in middle school.

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You will know Robyn is in the clinic when you hear her infectious cackle. She can sometimes be found singing to nervous animals to help them stay calm. Robyn enjoys being there to support families and their pets. She will laugh with you or cry with you, depending on the moment at hand. Her mission is to be an advocate for you and your pets and she is always happy to help. 

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Robyn is married to her best friend and is the mother of two children. She has one trouble making cat and enjoys raising pigs. 

Rena has been in the veterinary field for 16 years. She grew up in Gig Harbor and life has brought her family to several different places across the U.S. Most recently she lived in Las Vegas, where she spent 4 years working in a feline-only practice. This experience help to fuel her love of cats. She is passionate about helping families understand the sometimes complex relationship and needs of their feline companions. She understands that knowledge about feline-specific needs helps families better care for them and improve everyone's life! 

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Rena's furry family consists of 4 cats and one German Shepherd (all rescues). She is happy to call Willow Tree home and looks forward every day to the wonderful energy and care that comes from working here. 

I am originally from Durango, Colorado. My heart has been in the veterinary field beginning with my first job in high school. I was fortunate to work in emergency medicine for the past eight years and I am happy to transition back to general practice at Willow Tree. Not only do I get to work when it is light out (or grey in PNW terms) but I love being able to experience wellness visits with healthy pets! 

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It makes me happy to be able to help provide the highest quality care for our patients in a compassionate and Fear Free environment. My mission is to protect the physical and emotional health of all pets I encounter while strengthening the human animal bond. 

After a long day I go home to my human, Mitch. We are lucky to have a tripod Golden Retriever named Walter, another Golden Retriever named June, and a long haired Dachshund named Willy. I don't know how to make pancakes. I love puzzles, my family, dry shampoo, and over watering my plants.  

Sandra went to Washington State University and earned a Bachelors of Science. She then earned a Veterinary Technology Degree at Pierce College and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Sandra worked in the Lakewood/Tacoma area for over 15 years as a veterinary technician. After some time off, Sandra was inspired to come back to the field following a really positive experience as a client at Willow Tree Animal Hospital. She particularly loved the Fear Free approach to care. 

She loves empowering people with information and encouragement to help their pets enjoy life in the best way possible.  

She is loved and saved by her 4 aging Italian Greyhounds (however, there have been many other breeds of dogs as well as cats in her life).  

Born and raised in South Kitsap, Kaya brings her small-town heart to everything she does. Growing up surrounded by animals on her family farm, it was clear from an early age that veterinary medicine is her calling. In the clinic you can find her snuggling with any chihuahua patient she can find as they are her favorite breed! Her goal is to connect with both clients and patients to help them through the good times and the bad.

In Kaya’s free time, you can find her cuddled up with a good book and her cat, Kiwi, painting at home, or on the lake paddle boarding with her chihuahua/yorkie mix Zoey!

Tiffany started in September of 2021 in the vet field as a CSR. While working at the front desk she found she was very interested not only in the issues that patients presented with, but also what was done to help these patients. Moving into an Assistant role has helped her be able to follow that curiosity.

She has always loved animals and enjoys being able to work with them every day. She has found her calling in helping to provide care for pets via their wellness appointments and has developed a special interest in orthopedic issues due to her own pets issues. Tiffany also works at the local physical rehab clinic here in town.

She has four of her own pets, 2 Pit Bulls (Bullitt and Boss), as well as 2 cats (Jax and Syrinx). Don’t tell her dogs, but she is now a full blown crazy cat mom. Bullitt is 10 years old and is always ready for nap time. Boss is a 5 year old rescue that is always up for a snack and play time. Her cats hold their own in the house with the youngest and most unusual ruling the house with an iron fist. Syrinx is a firecracker of a Calico Sphynx cat who is 18 months old, she can be found down at the farmers market hanging out in her sling or walking around on her harness around the waterfront. Jax is a ~13 year old rescue who only deems his mama worthy of his attention, otherwise he can be found bird watching in a window downstairs. 

Tiffany is truly passionate about her work and is excited to be able to provide any assistance she can. She can't wait to see you and your pets when you come in to see us! 

Emily was born and raised in Mason county, and has been living in Kitsap for the last several years. She started her animal welfare journey working at a local shelter, gaining diverse experience in multiple departments including Behavior and Vet Services. 

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Next, she dipped into the world of dog grooming as a receptionist, eventually earning her brusher/bather certification. 

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At home she cares for her two little dogs Banjo and Daniella, and cat, Lilly. 

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Now, Emily is happy to be a part of the team that she has trusted with her animals’ care for many years.