Meet Our Team

Dr. Wendy attended Arkansas State University for her Bachelor’s, majoring in Animal Science, before moving on to Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine to achieve her dream job: becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Wendy is RECOVER Certified in Basic and Advanced Life Support, and is a member of the AVMA, AzVMA, and AAHA. Her interests are in dog and cat internal medicine, emergency medicine, dermatology, preventative care, staff education, and dentistry. Dr. Wendy is proud to be the owner of this state-of-the-art veterinary facility in Lake Havasu City, but she also loves having what she likes to call “The Dream Team”, staff that are professional, trained, and strive to provide the utmost care in the Tri-State area! When Dr. Wendy is not busy saving lives, she enjoys doing continued education, such as taking courses in Veterinary Dentistry, and catching up on sleep whenever she can!

Allyson grew up in the small town of Nederland, Colorado, before moving to Arizona in 2006. She has a background in human medicine and carries a Bachelor of Applied Science in Nutrition. In 2020, she pursued a different calling and became passionate about working in management and Human Resources. Allyson’s favorite part of her job is the daily challenge, and the ever evolving but constantly rewarding industry. She says she never imagined working somewhere with so much compassion and support for their employees, and that the type of culture Dr. Wendy has created here at Havasu Paws and Claws is exactly the reason she’s not only proud to work here but is also the reason that drives her to become a better Practice Manager! Allyson is a self-proclaimed “hermit” and homebody; in her time outside of the office she has a lot of hobbies she enjoys, including cooking, reading, crocheting, woodworking, painting, and gardening.

Chas graduated from Carrington College in 2017 as a Certified Veterinary Assistant and spent her first two years out of school working for another clinic in Arizona. She joined the Havasu Paws and Claws family in 2019, and never looked back! Chas loves the challenge of being a clinical director for Havasu Paws and Claws, learning new clinical and management skills every day that she’s here. She says working somewhere with such an amazing atmosphere and coworkers is a huge bonus! When she’s not spending time loving on her two Boxers, she enjoys the beauty of Lake Havasu and the desert by either spending time on the lake, or off-roading with her friends. Chas also has an adventurous spirit and loves to travel to new destinations whenever the opportunities arise!

Candace is originally from Southern California, but after being in a long-distance relationship for nearly eight months, she decided it was finally time to make the leap and move closer to her family and boyfriend – she has now been living in Lake Havasu City for the past two years! Candace received her Associates Degree in Veterinary Sciences from Mt. San Antonio College and plans to finish her studies to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. She says that being able to work with new clients and patients daily, learning more about the Veterinary field and medicine, and working with such a fun and caring team is what makes her proud to be employed at Havasu Paws and Claws. In her free time, Candace enjoys off-roading and exploring the beautiful desert surrounding Lake Havasu City, spending quality time with her loved ones, and even dabbles in creative jewelry making using semi-precious stones found locally from the Mojave desert!

Hailey graduated from High School in 2018 and always knew she wanted to work with animals. She joined Havasu Paws and Claws in 2021 and has been working hard to learn as much about veterinary medicine as she can ever since! Hailey holds certifications in Intra-Oral Dental Radiography and Fundamentals of Dentistry and is continuing education in anesthesia monitoring and fluid therapy. Hailey says the best thing about working for Havasu Paws and Claws is “knowing there’s no limitations to how far I can advance in my career!” In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, boating, and spending time with her family.

Nataly grew up in Colorado but relocated to Lake Havasu City in her junior year of high school. Nataly has always had a love and passion for animals and has been working in the industry since her teenage years! Starting as a Kennel Technician at a very young age, she has dedicated herself to her work. Nataly worked hard to advance her career with years of hands-on training, experience, and continuing education. She says one of the reasons she loves working at Havasu Paws and Claws is because it feels like a second home to her, and “always encourages me to improve on my skills and continuously learn more about veterinary medicine!”. Nataly believes that there is something new and enjoyable to take away from every day on the job. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking or learning new skills. She is also an artist and loves spending time at home with her pets and being around friends.

Beth has been an animal lover for as long as she can remember, recalling that she was the kid who would try to bring home any animal to keep as a pet – frogs and crickets included! It’s no surprise that Beth started working with animals at a very young age and got a job in the veterinary field over twenty years ago. Beth says that something she loves about Havasu Paws and Claws is the fact that there’s always a positive atmosphere, and she can come to work every day feeling like she’s part of a team that truly cares about their clients and patients. When she’s not working, Beth is an active member of her church and loves being involved in anything that helps the youth who attend. During her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, or being outdoors when the weather is nice, spending time either by the lake or camping.

Kodi began pursuing her dream of working in veterinary medicine right after high school, which led her to Arizona—the fifth state she’s called home and her favorite by far. Now happily settled in Lake Havasu City, she’s proud to be part of the Havasu Paws and Claws team. With five years of experience in the veterinary field, Kodi got her start as a Client Service Representative and has since grown into roles in medical scribing and assisting, including time spent in emergency veterinary hospitals. She’s passionate about being part of a profession that helps animals every day and values the opportunity to learn and grow alongside a compassionate and dedicated team. When she’s not in the clinic, Kodi enjoys everything Lake Havasu has to offer—from boating and jet skiing to off-roading adventures. She also loves traveling, spending time with family and friends, and discovering new places whenever she can.

Jami was born and raised in Southern California, but spent a lot of time visiting family and vacationing in Lake Havasu City before eventually making the move with her husband in 2023. Before working in the veterinary field, Jami attended school at Le Cordon Bleu, and worked in the food service industry for over twenty years! Jami is passionate about Customer Service and loves being able to build relationships with our clients. She says one of her favorite things about working at Havasu Paws and Claws is being able to help so many clients with their pets, and seeing the difference in the animals that we are able to treat… the puppy love and being able to learn more about how she can help her own pets at home is just a bonus! In her personal time, Jami enjoys swimming, cooking, and spending quality time with her family and all of the family dogs.

Ashley is originally from southern California, and with a background in human medicine. When Ashley relocated to Lake Havasu in 2019, she started working for Havasu Paws and Claws and says she feels at home, working here. Ashley’s belief is that having a good team helps make a good workplace, and she’s proud to say she’s part of such an extraordinary team! Working with animals is a huge perk of the job for her, too, and she likes to sing to them while they may be getting a nail trim or ear cleaning treatment. In her personal time, Ashley really enjoys the simple things in life: boating, biking, and sampling craft beer from all the local breweries and social hot-spots in Havasu.

Danielle was born in Idaho but grew up in Lake Havasu City from a very young age. She has always loved animals of all kinds, especially the scaly ones! Danielle began her career in veterinary medicine in 2021 and, since joining Paws and Claws in 2025, has continued to grow both professionally and personally in the field. She is passionate about client education and is always seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge base. Her favorite thing about working at Paws and Claws is the encouraging, respectful, and collaborative learning environment Dr Wendy has created. Outside of work, Danielle can often be found fishing the beautiful waters of Lake Havasu or spending time at home with her husband, their dog, and their bearded dragon.

Toni was born and raised right here in Lake Havasu City and has loved animals for as long as she can remember. She has a natural way of connecting with every critter she meets—whether domesticated or wild—and truly enjoys being around animals every day. Toni values being part of such a welcoming and supportive team and loves learning from her more experienced coworkers. She hopes to continue growing in the field and train as a veterinary technician in the future. Outside of work, Toni enjoys fishing, going to the gym, and exploring the outdoors.