Claire - Office Manager

Claire graduated from the University of Arizona, has raised three sons, and moved to the San Antonio area in 2006. In 2009 she bought a home in Boerne which she shares with two rescue dogs, P.J. and Beebe. Having worked in the corporate world, and taught in the public school system, Claire is happy to have settled in a field where she can foster her love of animals and people alike. She is involved in all facets of the clinic, from client communication to staff training. Her hobbies include traveling, tennis, wine tasting, and listening to live music.

claire@heartofthehillsvet.com

Lorretta - Veterinary Assistant

Lorretta relocated to Texas from Pennsylvania in 2004, and began working at our hospital in 2006 under the direction of the previous owner. She has three young children with her husband, Dustin, who serves the community as a paramedic. She is the primary assistant to Dr. Oesterling and currently serves as our patient care coordinator. Lorretta performs Companion Laser Therapy treatments and has a special interest in canine and feline dentistry. She is a dedicated, and compassionate animal caregiver who shares her home with three dogs and two cats. Lorretta’s hobbies include photography, gardening, jewelry making, and arts and crafts.

lorretta@heartofthehillsvet.com

Angie - Lead Receptionist

Angie is a native of the area and has been involved in veterinary medicine her entire life; her father was the veterinarian who established our hospital in 1984. Angie is our lead receptionist and helps with pets needing special attention during the evenings, or weekends. She has a special interest in grooming pets with special needs. She and her husband Ed, a registered nurse, have one Shih Tzu named Comanche. Angie enjoys quilting, camping, and traveling.

angie@heartofthehillsvet.com

Phyllis - Canine Behavior Consultant

Phyllis works at our veterinary center on Mondays. She is a professional dog trainer and owner of the local Bark Busters organization. She has two grandchildren and another on the way! Phyllis shares her home with three dogs, Hank, Tara, and Rosebud, and a cat named Mystery. In her spare time, she enjoys wine, live music, kayaking, hiking, and scuba diving.

Tracy - Marketing

Tracy has retired from the non-profit world, and now helps our hospital with marketing, advertising, and the reception area. Tracy has raised three children. Recently she and her husband, Ray, relocated to the Boerne area. She loves spending time with her grandson, Harrison and her dog, Teddy. Tracy enjoys photography, cooking, and sewing. She is enjoying her new part- time position at our Center.

Tank

Tank found his way to our clinic in May of 2010 at 6 weeks old. He won his way into our hearts and hasn't left since!

Allie

Allie was brought to us by a client that found her in an alley near a dumpster. She was cold and sick and went home with Claire for a few days and she is now Tank's roomate. She spends her days asking to go in and out of the front door of the clinic.

Xena

Xena and her four sisters were left on our doorstep in September of 2009. Her siblings were adopted out to other homes and Xena stayed as a clinic cat. She is a prowler and is frequently seen dashing across the property in quick pursuit of small creatures.