Staff
Mandy VanSciver
She has been in the customer service industry since she was 16. She has 3 rescue dogs which she adores: Ozzie, Lucy, and Bella. Her hobbies include painting, gardening, reading books, movies, and concerts.She is originally from NJ and the only red head in her family.
Italy Garcia
With over 10 years experience in the field ranging from receptionist to technician to management. She has a nursing degree but sticks with veterinary medicine as “Animals are cooler”. She has 4 amazing animals Oliver, Brisket, Willow, and Fayette. She moved here from Dallas, Texas and is excited to start her journey here at the…
Jessica Zackasee
She is 32 years old and from Youngstown, Ohio. She is a Marine Biologist at Ripleys Aquarium. Works closely with sharks and reptiles. Jess also has a chameleon named Yoshi and a leopard gecko named Aoki. Her favorite animal is a Red Panda.
Jennifer Ismail
From a young age, Jen has always had a passion for animals small, large, furry, or scaly. These days you can find her hanging out with her 3 dogs, horse, and snake while continuing to learn and grow in the vet field. She is certified in Animal Training/ OTTB exercising. Also, Equine and Canine Massage…
Jordan Eldridge
I am 22 years old and moved here from Virginia. I have a Treewalker Coonhound named Harper and two cats, named Colby and Jack. I enjoy being outside with my dog, camping, and hiking. I also love to travel and want to take my dog to the Grand Canyon. I’m a huge Harry Potter nerd…
Taylor Rodgers
Taylor is from a small town in Connecticut. She has lived in South Carolina for the last 3 years. She is currently attending Coastal Carolina University and majoring in biology with a minor in business. Long term goal is to become an Aquatic Veterinarian and open her own rehabilitation center for marine animals. She has…
Ali Crates
Ali is originally from Charlotte, NC. She went to Coastal Carolina University and graduated with a degree in Marine Science in 2017. After graduation, she went to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands to work with Sea Lions. She decided to move back closer to home and started working at Ripley’s Aquarium. She continued with her passion…
Michelle Lord
Receptionist Michelle moved here from Wisconsin in 2020 and has been working in the Customer Service industry for 15 years. She recently joined our team in June 2022 and has been working primarily as the Boarding Receptionist. She currently has two dogs. Wilbur the wonderful Boston Terrier and Levi the lazy pug. She also has…
Valerie Taylor
Receptionist I’m originally from NJ and moved here to SC in 2006. I have two wonderful daughters and four awesome grandchildren. When I moved here I started working for my neighborhood shelter for 4 years. I then decided to learn about the health and well-being side of animals. When not working, I’m at the beach…
Wendy Price
Licensed Veterinary Technician Wendy graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Blue Ridge Community College in Weyers Cave, VA in 2004. After passing her National Veterinary Technology Board, Wendy was licensed and moved to Little Rock, Arkansas to work as the only vet tech for the Little Rock Zoo. She was at the…