Meadowridge Veterinary Hospital Staff

Sharon

Sharon has been an LVT for many years. She still loves being a tech and really likes helping people with behavioral issues pertaining to their pets. She often uses her little dog, Millie, to help puppies and shy dogs feel more comfortable at MVH. She is also a Certified Pet Dog Trainer who teaches classes for the Ithaca Dog Training club and competes in agility, herding, and occasionally in tracking with her dogs.

When she is not at work, Sharon is surrounded by her animals. She does a bit of rescue, a bit of teaching dog classes, and a lot of sheep farming. Hum Hollow Farm raises wool sheep that really earn their keep by training sheepdogs. On Sundays, Sharon and several of her dogs may be found helping other dogs learn the art of herding; actually, it’s the handlers who learn - the dogs know it instinctually. Her farm consists of sheep, a cow, alpacas, and 2 llamas.

Sharon lives with a large pack of various dogs as well as cats. In her spare time, she dreams of spinning wool and writing dog stories, but in reality, she is feeding her critters or thinking about shearing or doing hay. Surrounded by her dogs, she is content at the end of each day.

Cindy

Cindy grew up on a dairy farm and has been surrounded by animals all her life.

Since becoming a vet tech, she’s gotten most of her pets as an occupational hazard, rather than by choice. Many of those animals have special needs and require extra care. Each one has been the a unique fit and she is truly thankful to have had them in her life.

Kelsey

Kelsey is a full-time LVT at Cornell University who works part-time at Meadowridge as well. Her areas of interest include shelter medicine, anesthesia, and fear-free practices.

In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, such as kayaking and camping.

Virginia

Virginia Mansfield-Richardson loves working with the clients and their pets at Meadowridge Veterinary Hospital. 

She came to Meadowridge after a 25-year career in higher education administration, including roles as associate provost and associate dean of communications.  She was also a reporter for 12 years at The Washington Post. 

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her four adult children, her husband, and their eight dogs, six cats, one fish, and one turtle.  She is also an avid gardener. Virginia has had a passion for veterinary medicine her entire adult life and feels truly privileged to be a part of the Meadowridge team.

Christina

After entrusting Meadowridge Vet Hospital with the care of her own furry family members for over 20 years, Christina joined the Meadowridge team as Receptionist/Administrative Support in 2022.

She was previously employed at Cornell University Hospital for Animals, Ithaca College Office of Admission, and, most recently, worked from home as Office Manager of Advocate Investigations, LLC. Ready to share a lunch table with more than her Chihuahuas, she is very happy to have the opportunity to spend time with the wonderful staff, clients, and pets at Meadowridge Veterinary Hospital.

Animals have always been a big part of Christina’s world. She has enjoyed sharing her life with a diverse range of pets, including hamsters, guinea pigs, ferrets, dogs, cats, parakeets, cockatiels, tropical fish, and rabbits. These days, her fur family consists of two dogs, Pippi and Picasso, no less than four barn cats who, just this year, discovered food, heat, and soft furniture could be found at her house and have become permanent residents. When not working, Christina enjoys spending time with her family, arts and crafts, and often finds herself in her chicken yard, communing with her flock of over 60 chickens.

Apryl

Apryl has worked at Meadowridge Vet Hospital for many years, serving as both a Veterinary Assistant and Receptionist.

She is currently enrolled in courses to earn her degree as a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

When not working, she enjoys spending her days outdoors with her family and children, enjoying the company of her two dogs and caring for Old Fluff, the cat who previously resided at Meadowridge Vet Hospital.

Deb 

Deb also works as an assistant and receptionist at Meadowridge. She has worked here since around 2001 and enjoys the work she does.  

She has adopted many animals over the years, including ducks, chickens, dogs, and cats.

She spends her free time with her three kids and her two grandsons.

Dimitri

Dimitri has joined Meadowridge Vet Hospital as a Vet Assistant and Receptionist after a career in software development. He also volunteered with the Tompkins County SPCA, the Ithaca Science Center, and Open Door English.  Dimitri loves animals, and he is excited about working with Meadowridge's furry patients and their owners.  He is currently getting the required training to provide the clients and the patients with the high level of service expected at Meadowridge. 

Dimitri is a long-time Ithaca resident. In his spare time, he enjoys being with his family, working in the yard, swimming, hiking, playing tennis, and reading books. He also continues volunteering as a tutor with Tompkins Learning Partners.