Our Practice

 
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Kristin M. Hiers, DVM

Dr. Hiers has lived and worked in the Pooler area for the past 14 years.  She was born and raised in Indiana.  She earned her Bachelor’s degree at the University of South Carolina in 1997.  She then attended the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine where she graduated in 2003.  She has special interest in internal medicine, skin and allergy issues, and special care for senior pets.

Dr. Hiers is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA), and the Greater Savannah Veterinary Medical Association (GSAVMA).  She lives in Rincon with her family, 2 dogs, and 2 cats.  She enjoys spending time with her family and being outside whenever possible.  

 

Heather Powell, Veterinary Technician

Heather is our knowledgeable lead Veterinary Technician.  She has lived in the area for nearly 30 years and has over 20 years of experience as a veterinary and surgical technician in the Savannah area.

Heather's bright and comforting personality makes sure people and pets feel welcome and in good hands at each visit!  In her free time, she enjoys cooking and reading suspense novels.  

 

Jayme Douglas, Veterinary Technician

Jayme was raised in Effingham County and graduated from Effingham County High School. Jayme started working as a kennel technician as a summer job during high school. By her senior year, she was in an apprenticeship program and worked her way up to the position of veterinary technician. She is married with 3 sons that keep her very busy. In her free time, she enjoys fishing, playing sports with her family, watching UGA football, and watching her son play sports .

 

Catherine Perez, Veterinary Technician

Catherine is one of our newest additions here at Companion Animal Hospital. She is originally from Savannah and has lived all over our great country. Opportunity has brought her and her family back home, now living in Southbridge. She has 3 fur babies, “the peanuts gang” Lucy, Charlie and Sally. In her free time she loves to travel with her husband and spend time with family, friends and of course her doggies.