Christina M., Practice Manager

Christina joined Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital shortly after being honorably discharged from the military. In 2011, Christina began her career as an assistant and progressed to a management position. In addition to her role as a practice manager, she is also a pet parent. Together with her husband, Chris, she shares a love for her dogs, cats, horses, and miniature cows. Previously, she served as a member of the Caddo Parish mounted patrol. Christina enjoys traveling, scuba diving, riding horses and camping when she is not working or tending to her farm.
Bonnie - Office Manager

Bonnie loves living the semi-retired life. When she is not working, she enjoys camping and watching boat and drag car races with her husband.
Crissy- Lead Treatment Technician

Crissy has been a member of the veterinary community since 2005. She is married and has four dogs and one cat. Crissy’s hobbies include traveling, reading, and wildlife photography.
Britney - Lead Receptionist

Britney recently started working as our lead receptionist after previously serving as a technician, assisting Dr. Thomas in exam rooms. Britney joined our team in 2020 from previously being a stay at home military mom. Britney has seven fur babies, three kiddos. In her spare time Britney enjoys spending time with her children, engaging in outdoor activities, traveling to the mountains, and watching wildlife in their natural habitat.
Stephanie H. Administrative Assistant/Veterinary Technician

In 2017, Stephanie joined the staff of Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital. Her career in the veterinary field began in 2000. Beginning as a kennel worker, she has worked her way up in ranks and has held positions ranging from kennel assistant to manager. At Viking Drive, Stephanie plays many roles, including being a “mother figure” to our staff, but currently works as an Administrative Assistant. It has been Stephanie’s privilege to work in all areas of the hospital. Stephanie is the mother of two grown sons. She also has a teenage daughter with her late husband, as well as a bonus daughter and two bonus sons. In addition, she has two adorable grand daughters. Together with her husband Chris, she has five fur babies and two bonus daughters. During her free time, Stephanie enjoys watching her daughters play softball and dance, spending time with her granddaughters, working outside in the flower beds, soaking up the sun, and having family gatherings.
Nick L.,

Nick has been a team member at Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital since 2019. He is currently going to school to obtain his Vet Tech license. Nick grew up fostering puppies, and he gets to continue interacting with animals every day at the hospital. In his spare time, Nick loves to draw, cook, and spend time with his family and friends.
Hannah- Surgery Technician

Since 2023, Hanna has been employed by Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital. Her experience as a veterinarian assistant extends over many years. As a surgery technician, Hannah performs a variety of tasks helping Dr. Thomas. In addition to her two daughters, she also has two dogs, and a tortoise. Although Hannah works two jobs most of the time, she enjoys going on adventures with her daughters to museums, hiking, and camping when she's not working. Nevertheless, if you ask Hannah, it is sleep that she enjoys the most.
Star W. - Receptionist

As the newest member of our team, Star works as our receptionist. Star has been working as a veterinary receptionist for the last 3 years. She is a full time pet parent to three adorable fur babies. Star enjoys working non- stop. Besides shopping at PetSmart for her babies, she likes to spend time outdoors. Additionally, she enjoys drawing, mud riding, fishing and watching Criminal Minds.
Mrs. Darlene - Groomer

Darlene has been a groomer since 1990. She owned her own grooming business in Arkansas for 23 years, and has been a groomer for Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital since 2015. You could say that grooming is Darlene’s passion. When she is not grooming her furry friends, her favorite pastimes include going to the beach, reading, and crocheting.
Olivia - Groomer

Olivia has been employed at Viking Drive Veterinary Hospital for several years now. She began grooming here two years ago. Due to her family history of dog groomers and show dogs, Olivia never imagined herself becoming a groomer. The geriatric patients are among her favorite dogs to groom. Olivia is married to Kim, and they share four dogs and two ball pythons. In addition to hiking, she enjoys taking the dogs to the dog park. Her dogs are her world, and they are usually with her wherever she goes. There is nothing she enjoys more than teaching her dog Raven new tricks.
Hailey - Groomer

Hi! My name is Hailey Horn and I am a professional dog and cat groomer. I have been grooming for 3 1/2 years now and I have such a passion and love for it. Here is a little bit about me! I love ALL animals. I currently own 4 dogs, 3 Australian Shepherds and a Pit mix, 2 Siameses mix cats, 18 Ball Pythons, A Hognose, and a Boa ( All Snakes). We also breed mice and rats. Growing up I lived on a mini farm and have always been surrounded by animals and have always had a love for them. I did not know that grooming would help me grow as a person or help shape me into the animal lover I am today. But I am extremely grateful and proud of my job and hope to get the opportunity to groom and love on your fur babies!
Kim C. - Lead Kennel Tech

Kim has been working in the veterinary field for more than 10 years. She is married and enjoys spending time with her five dogs and snakes. She also spends time video gaming and playing Pokemon.
Stephanie S. - Kennel Assistant

Our team has recently welcomed Stephanie. She plays a vital role as a kennel assistant. Her five-year career as a kennel assistant has led to her owning three dogs. Aside from shopping at PetSmart and listening to music, she also likes to read, and watch television.