Beth Hagenlocker, DVM
Dr. Beth Hagenlocker graduated from Michigan State University in 2000. She has worked exclusively in feline medicine since then, and has a special interest in internal medicine and dentistry. At MSU, she participated in research focused on new therapy for cats with lower urinary tract disease. This continues to be an interest of hers in practice.
Dr. Hagenlocker has attended several dental training classes and is a member of the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS). A member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), she is dedicated to creating a home environment that fosters the health and well being of cats – through diet, environmental enrichment and client education.
Dr. Beth lives in Venice with her husband Marc and their cats Jack and Penny.
Heather / Nurse, RVT
Heather graduated from Pierce College in Woodland Hills, earning her RVT license in 2002. She has 12 years of experience working in feline-only practice. In her free time, Heather and her husband Jesse enjoy remodeling projects on their newly purchased home. As new parents of a beautiful baby boy, Reid, they are also extremely busy.
The three of them share their home with two kitties — a 14 year old orange tabby named Carmel, and a 13 year old black and white shorthair named Spottie Boy.
Candace / Nurse, Grooming Supervisor
Candace has 10 years’ experience working in the animal care field and is especially fond of her work with cats. Prior to joining The Cat Practice, she worked for 6 years as a veterinary nurse for a feline-only hospital in Ventura County. In addition to cats, Candace has a special interest in sharks and primates. She spent two years volunteering at The Wildlife Waystation rehabilitating local wildlife and working in the chimpanzee enrichment program. Candace is an active member of the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses and she regularly volunteers her time in their worldwide preaching work. A true cat lover, Candace shares three cats with her husband Daniel — a Tonkinese, Creme Brulee, as well as two Burmese, Donut and Orbitty.
Linda / Nurse
Linda has been working in veterinary hospitals since 2005. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from UC Irvine. Her background is in the Health and Fitness field as a fitness professional. Lucky for us, she fell into veterinary medicine by happy accident! One of Linda’s human clients has a schnauzer named Sassy, who loves to participate in her owner’s fitness training sessions. Recognizing that animals can benefit from a healthy lifestyle, just like people, prompted Linda to take courses in veterinary medicine. Linda is currently pursuing a degree in Animal Sciences and she is enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program. Cats have always been Linda’s favorite animals — sorry Sassy!
Ana / Reception
A native of Southern California, Ana has worked in veterinary hospitals since 2005. Ana is a receptionist at The Cat Practice. She is currently attending nursing school to become a Registered Nurse (RN). When Ana has a spare moment between her studies and work, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Edward, their son Angel and their 7-year-old American Staffordshire terrier, Katie.
Angela / Reception
Born and raised in Torrance, Angela started her veterinary career in high school working as a kennel attendant, and has been working in the veterinary field ever since. Her experience spans many aspects of animal medicine – kennel work, grooming, nursing and reception. She enjoys educating clients and connecting with them on a personal level. Angela’s love for animals lead her to pursue Animal Science classes at Pierce College and Mount San Antonio College. Along with small animals, Angela loves cows, llamas and has an unhealthy obsession with pigs. Although she has also rescued reptiles, Angela is currently owned by her cat, Heff (aka Miss Kitty). When not working with animals, she loves photography, cooking, anything purple, traveling, furniture restoration, hockey and speaking with an English accent.
