Hospital Staff

Mandi Potter has worked in the animal care field since 2003. She worked at a local small animal hospital as the hospital manager for several years and worked as a receptionist and veterinary technician at an equine practice on a part-time basis. Mandi has a lot to bring to Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital, not only because of her previous experience working in veterinary hospitals, but also because of her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and the degree in marketing she is currently pursuing. In her spare time, Mandi volunteers for the local rescue squad as an EMT and is a member of the local equestrian club. Mandi and her husband, Dan, along with their one-year-old son Cole, enjoy their many animals, which include five horses, a Bulldog named Bentley, and many geese, ducks and chickens. Mandi is also the animal control officer for her town.

Anastasia Seyer has worked in the animal care field in various capacities since 2000. She has worked as a pet-sitter, a veterinary assistant, technician and a canine massage therapist. She is excited to be part of Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital and is proud to be part of a progressive practice with a great philosophy regarding patient care and client service.

She and her husband share their home with 12 dogs: Finnegan, a goofy German Shepherd, and Rusty, a Hurricane Katrina rescue dog. In addition, they care for 10 Siberian Huskies: Cleo, Payson, Ky, Istha, Addie, Magnum, Aiko, Taiga, Luna and Sampson. In the spring and summer, much time is devoted to lazy days in the sun with the Sibes, but when the weather changes in the fall, the real fun begins. Training for the upcoming mushing season starts with short nightly dog runs, progressing to longer runs as everyone becomes conditioned. The dogs love doing community outreach when they can, as well, and often serve as demonstration dogs for Anastasia's canine massage business.

Veterinary technician Karen Barbour has more than 15 years experience with caring for pets. She holds an Associate's Degree in Applied Animal Science, Veterinary Technology, from Vermont Technical College, as well as a degree in human nursing; however, animals are her love. Karen has experience with veterinary technology, managing hospitals and direct animal care.

The high quality care offered at the hospital, as well as the strong relationship with clients and cutting-edge medicine make Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital the ideal hospital for Karen.

Karen's animal companions includes three dogs: Ella, a German Shepherd; Newt, a black Lab; and Cooper, a Chow mix, as well as two cats, Boris and Frijoles. At home, she fosters dogs coming from high-kill shelters for the Northern New England Dog Rescue. When she's not at the hospital, Karen's three daughters keep her busy. However, they all love working in the family garden together and enjoy cooking and baking with all the fresh produce they grow.

Spencer Marvin comes to Stoney Brook Animal Hospital after recently working as a veterinarian assistant at the local humane society. Spencer previously served over 21 years with a local police department and retired from law enforcement in 2007. Spencer is very passionate about his community and has volunteered with many local charities. As a sports fan, Spencer has also coached many youth sports teams from soccer to ice hockey.

Spencer is very eager in his new career with the personal care of animals. Being a life-long owner of pets, he has experience ranging from rodents and dogs all the way to farm animals. Spencer is a true animal enthusiast and realizes that your pet is a true member of your family. He treats your animal as one of his own.

In his spare time, Spencer enjoys hiking with his dogs, fly fishing, vacationing with his family on Cape Cod and other outdoor activities. This past summer, Spencer and his children took up riding dirt bikes. Family is very important to Spencer. His family includes his wife of 20 years and three teenage children. His family wouldn't be complete without his German Shepherd, Ace, and a Golden Retriever, Clara.

Veterinary technician Julie Wilson joined the Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital staff in 2009. She has worked in the animal care field for 10 years and is glad to work in a small, personal clinic where she can interact with clients and patients on a close level.

Julie's animal companions include cats Pixie, Sasha, Sierra and Moe and dogs Remy, Tanner, Olivia and Bruce. She and her boyfriend, Jesse, enjoy taking the dogs running and swimming. Julie's hobbies also include running, cooking, baking and reading.

Veterinary receptionist Amanda Baldwin joined the Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital staff in 2010. She has worked in the animal care field for 7 years and enjoys working in an ever-changing environment where each day presents new experiences and challenges.

Amanda has three dogs; David - a 12 year old hound mix, Carlyle - a 10 year old DSH (domestic short hair), and Kuma - a 7 year old chow mix. She spends most of her time caring for her 3 year old son and 1 year old daughter. With whom she enjoys hiking in the summer and sledding in the winter. When Amanda has time to herself she maintains a vegetable garden and enjoys baking.