Our Staff

Angela Adams - Hospital Administrator

I am an Arizona native, born and raised in Phoenix. I have been in the Veterinary field since 1988 after graduating Long's Medical College. I am a huge animal lover and have the privilege of sharing my life with 3 dogs (Tonka, Oakley and Buckwheat) and 2 horses (Tuff and Triscuit). I have been with Palm Glen since January 2008.

Holland Schmidt - Receptionist

I have been working at Palm Glen since May 2008. I have 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 fish, and 1 bird. I am currently attending Glendale Community College to become a registered nurse. I love spending time with my family in my spare time.

Nicole Vail - Receptionist

I have been working at Palm Glen since August 2008. I have a shih tzu named Casey and a cat named Luv Bug. I am looking forward to becoming a veterinary technician in the future. In my spare time I enjoy bowling with my dad and brother, and watching movies with my boyfriend.

Angie Hunt CVT, - Technician

I am a third generation Arizona native and can't imagine living anywhere else. My 5 year old daughter, Megan, and I enjoy living with our 2 dogs, and cat. We love to swim in the warmer months, and play soccer, ride bikes, ride horses, and play on the trampoline in the cooler months. I have been with Palm Glen since July 2008.

Constance Testa CVT, - Technician

I have been in the Veterinary field as a technician for 10 years, currently a certified veterinary technician. I am married to a loving husband "Tony", I have 1 dog "John Denver - the red nose pit bull", 1 bird "Jello - the goffin cockatoo", 1 cat "Merlin - the cross eyed cat", and Arizona tortoises.

Chris Apley CVT, - Technician

Working as a CVT dealing with not only small animals but also exotics for over 10 years is very rewarding. Since starting at Palm Glen in June of 2007, I have also enjoyed the privilege of working with K9 Police dogs and their handlers. In my spare time I enjoy coaching swimming, playing sports, reading, scary movies and my 2 beautiful children.

Earl Knappenberger - Maintenance/Kennel Lead

I have two rescue dogs, Sammy and Lulu. I enjoy hiking, bowling, playing pool, and working with the Police K9 units along side Dr. Svoboda. I have been with Palm Glen since February 2003.

Cheri Morris - Groomer

As an animal lover, pet grooming was an easy career choice and I have been grooming since 1987. I look forward to caring for my furry friends when they come to visit. In my free time, I enjoy taking long walks, watching old western movies, running through puddles with my dogs and eating large amounts of chocolates. I have been with Palm Glen since October 2005.

Laura (Lulu) Swarts - Groomer

I have been grooming pets since 1998. I live in Phoenix with my husband, 2 children, and 2 dogs. I welcome all breeds of dogs large and small. In my spare time I like to scrapbook and make greeting cards.