THE BRIGHT CROSS STAFF Kristy Parent Practice Manager Started at BCAC: 2000 Born In: New York, raised in Englewood, FL Experience:Career in Customer Service and Management. My Pets: All of Kristy’s pets were rescued and adopted from BCAC and include a Maltese named Ella, a Shih Tsu named Mattie and three cats named Ozzy, Reba and Hunter. Favorites: Being with friends & family, cooking and working on stained glass. BRIGHT CROSS ANIMAL CLINIC Is Your Community Veterinary Center!  Our service is of the highest standard and is imbued with skill, efficiency and fine ethics. We will always be abreast of the most current techniques and practices, ensuring our clients and their pets our high standards of care. We strive for total client satisfaction through open communication and complete devotion to each case. Technician Staff Cheryl Vet Assistant Started at BCAC: 2005 Born In: New Jersey Moved to FL: 1999 School/Experience:Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Tech for Suncoast Humane Society My Pets: Besides for her 2 teen daughters, she has a houseful of critters! Stephanie Orr, CVT Technician Started at BCAC: 2005 Born In: Venice, FL School/Experience: Came to BCAC as an intern from the Vet Tech Institute in Pittsburgh, PA My Pets: 2 Shihtzu’s named Cocoa & P-nut. Favorite: Every animal that walks through our door! Reception Staff Cassandra Receptionist Started at BCAC: 2003 Born In: El Paso, TX Moved to FL: 2003 School: Manatee Community College towards RN Degree. My Pets:1 dog named Ruffles and 1 cat named Krusty Favorite: Basketball, tennis and wakeboarding. Brooke Receptionist Started at BCAC: 2004 Born In: San Diego, CA Moved to FL: 2004 School: BA in Sociology from Eastern Nazarene College My Pets: 2 great cats named Jack and Henry. Favorite: Being outdoors and cultural museums and plays. Jenn Vet Assistant Started at BCAC: 2006 Born In: Long Island, NY Moved to FL: 2006 Experience: Vet Assistant and Professional Dog Trainer. My Pets: 3 dogs, 1 cat , an African Grey parrot. Favorite: Being outdoors, camping, kyaking and fishing. Jeni Vet Assistant Started at BCAC: 2006 Born In: Canton, IL Moved to FL: 2006 School: Plans to start in 2008 to become a CVT. My Pets: Piggy a Pug and Wendy an English Bulldog. Favorite: Being raised on a horse farm-horses- of course! Amanda Receptionist Started at BCAC: 2006 Born In: Iowa, raised in FL Education: Self home study My Pets: 2 dogs (Mylow & Molly), 1 cat named Friskers and a ferret named Val. Favorite: Showing horses, spending time with family and friends and going to the beach. Sheri Receptionist Started at BCAC: 2001 Born In: FLORIDA! My Pets:4 dogs (Ely, Shelby, Jill & Petey), 2 cats (Tigger & Leroy), 1 ferret (Murphy) and 3 birds (Alvin, Tater & Buc.) Favorite: Boating, fishing, ATV’s and spending her time with her family. Meet Our Doctors & Staff