Our Careteam

Andrea grew up on a farm in Anderson, IN. At the age of 10, she attended a cattle auction with her father and grandfather. One of the cows they bought went into labor and the vet had to pull the calf. He let Andrea help, and she was hooked. Despite a few detours along the way, Andrea’s path eventually led her back to where she belonged: working with animals.

Initially, Andrea pursued a career in accounting because it was practical, and she was good at it. It wasn’t her passion, however, so she enrolled in International Business College Vet Tech Institute. A couple of years after graduating, Andrea was invited back as an instructor, which she did until 2020, when she joined the PVC team. Professionally, she loves educating clients on the importance of preventative care.

Andrea and her husband, Chris, have been happily married for nearly three decades and are the proud parents of three adult children. Their furry kids include three dogs: Gus, Jaq, and Rue; two cats: Fluffy and Flame; and several pygmy goats. Andrea’s favorite pastimes include reading and gardening.

Ashley grew up in Noblesville and moved to Pendleton in 2021. She always loved animals, often reading animal encyclopedias cover-to-cover. She was inspired to work in veterinary medicine after an ER visit with a sick furry family member. Ashley believes that the human/animal bond is one of the best things in life and she is dedicated to keeping pets healthy and happy.

After graduating from the International Business College in 2016, Ashley went on to work in general practice. She has worked with both small and large animals, and even worked in a mobile house call unit! In 2023 she started working at Pendleton Veterinary Clinic. She loves being a part of this team and serving the Pendleton community. Ashley primarily works in surgery, but she can also be seen helping out in exam rooms. Her favorite parts of the job are dental cleanings and client education. She is always happy to see any of your pets, but basset hounds and senior cats are her particular favorites.

Ashley and her husband, Robert, reside in Anderson. They share their home with their Beagle named Ted and their Tuxedo cat named Jessie. If Ashley is not in the office you can probably find her out hiking or at home curled up with a book.

Cassie Mills has been caring for animals since she was old enough to hold a bottle. Raised in northeast Indiana, she grew up alongside her dad, who ran a free wildlife rehab service out of their home. From orphaned baby squirrels to a deer named Baby who followed her around the yard, Cassie’s childhood was full of hands-on experience—and a deep-rooted love for animals.

That early connection eventually led her to veterinary medicine. In 2011, while rehabbing yet another squirrel, a friend encouraged her to apply to Harrison College’s vet tech program. She was accepted, and everything clicked into place.

Cassie joined Pendleton Veterinary Clinic in 2021 and quickly made herself indispensable. She’s known for her technical skill, especially when it comes to venipuncture, and for keeping the clinic environment lighthearted and fun. Cassie is often the first to start a prank or share a laugh, and her energy helps lift the entire team.

At home, Cassie lives with her boyfriend Cody, his son Owen, and a full house—and barn—of animals. Her dogs include Whiskey, her heart dog; Oscar, who was found in a dumpster; and Jane, the wild child of the pack. Her cats include Ditie, a 17-year-old senior; Gnocchi, who prefers the closet to the couch; and Riggy, a cleft palate rescue Cassie raised from just three days old. She also has a horse named Ginger, three goats, a parrot named Paully, chickens, and a lively crew of barn cats.

Outside of work, Cassie’s passions include gardening, canning, DIY repairs, and beekeeping. She starts all her veggies from seed and takes pride in turning her harvest into sauces, juices, and preserved goods to share.

Cassie brings compassion, dedication, and a whole lot of humor to every part of her work—and her life.

For Meagan Carothers, veterinary medicine is the perfect blend of her two lifelong passions: nursing and animals. She originally began her journey in human healthcare, drawn to the nurturing and hands-on nature of nursing. But something was missing. When she discovered the veterinary field, everything clicked. Combining her medical interests with her deep love for animals felt like coming home.

Meagan grew up just outside Pendleton in McCordsville, Indiana, where she spent her summers babysitting and pet sitting for neighbors and family friends. That early experience caring for others—both two- and four-legged—laid the foundation for the compassionate, intuitive technician she is today. She studied at the Vet Tech Institute and completed her internship at a general practice clinic in Greenfield before finding her way to Pendleton Veterinary Clinic three years ago.

In the clinic, Meagan thrives in appointments that require trust, patience, and emotional connection. She loves welcoming puppies and kittens into the practice—but it’s the geriatric and anxious patients who hold a special place in her heart. For her, there’s nothing more rewarding than earning the trust of a nervous pet over time and helping them feel safe and cared for.

Outside of work, Meagan enjoys exploring Indiana’s state parks with her husband and their two dogs, Reya and Ava. Reya, a tripod rescue, is fiercely loyal and loves helping “supervise” the family’s 20 backyard chickens. Meagan and her family also share their home with two cats, Sam and Marnie—each with a personality of their own.

Whether she’s caring for a senior pet at the clinic or gathering eggs in her backyard, Meagan brings calm, kindness, and a genuine love for animals into everything she does.

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Jaime grew up right here in Pendleton with two older brothers and an innate love of everything furry and four-legged. Even at a young age, she knew she wanted to spend as much time as possible with animals, even if it was just to sit with them. Jaimie fulfilled her childhood dream in August of 2020, when she changed careers and joined the Pendleton Veterinary Clinic team.

At home, Jaime is happily married. She and her husband, Kevin, have two sons, whom Jaime describes as her greatest inspiration in life. Their family is made complete with their attention-loving dog, Scooby, their cat-tree climbing kitty, Lucky, and their other cat, Axel, who is the resident lazy bones.

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