Our Doctor
Sheila E. Morrissey, B.VSc., D.V.M.
A 1983 graduate of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, upon graduation Dr. Morrissey worked for 5 years in a small animal/equine clinic in Brattleboro, VT. She then worked in Greenfield, MA for Dr. Donald Peck, V.M.D.. Upon his retirement in 1991 she bought his practice and changed the clinic's name to North County Veterinary Clinic, Inc.. Dr. Morrissey has a special interest in genetics and reproduction as well as in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation. She also enjoys learning about different cat and dog breeds and their origins and purpose - she truly enjoys seeing dogs excel at their sports.
In the wintertime Dr. Morrissey can be found on the trails at sled dog events working as part of the veterinary team. Races she has worked include the Sandwich Notch 60 (NH), the Great Trails Race (MN), the Can Am Crown (ME), the Eagle Lake 100 (ME),the Iditarod - start only (AK), the John Beargrease (MN), the UP 200 (MI) and the South African Dryland Sledding Association Inaugurial Events (South Africa) - and the list continues to grow!
Dr. Morrissey is married and has two sons. In her spare time she enjoys reading, woodworking and crafts, hiking, kayaking, traveling, as well as backpacking and dogsledding with her dogs. She also competes in obedience and rally trials with her dogs. She and her family breed and raise Siberian Huskies and have also enjoyed the companionship (and drool) of Newfoundlands they have had in the past.
Dr. Morrissey is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Assoc., the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Assoc., the International Sled Dog Veterinary Medicine Association, as well as the Pioneer Valley Kennel Club, the Yankee Siberian Husky Club, and the Siberian Husky Club of America (SHCA), for which she was their Genetics and Health Chairman for over 10 years. as well as being a member of the SHCA's Board of Directors for numerous terms.
In the wintertime Dr. Morrissey can be found on the trails at sled dog events working as part of the veterinary team. Races she has worked include the Sandwich Notch 60 (NH), the Great Trails Race (MN), the Can Am Crown (ME), the Eagle Lake 100 (ME),the Iditarod - start only (AK), the John Beargrease (MN), the UP 200 (MI) and the South African Dryland Sledding Association Inaugurial Events (South Africa) - and the list continues to grow!
Dr. Morrissey is married and has two sons. In her spare time she enjoys reading, woodworking and crafts, hiking, kayaking, traveling, as well as backpacking and dogsledding with her dogs. She also competes in obedience and rally trials with her dogs. She and her family breed and raise Siberian Huskies and have also enjoyed the companionship (and drool) of Newfoundlands they have had in the past.
Dr. Morrissey is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Assoc., the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Assoc., the International Sled Dog Veterinary Medicine Association, as well as the Pioneer Valley Kennel Club, the Yankee Siberian Husky Club, and the Siberian Husky Club of America (SHCA), for which she was their Genetics and Health Chairman for over 10 years. as well as being a member of the SHCA's Board of Directors for numerous terms.
Our Veterinary Support Staff
Rachel Parker
Rachel joined our team in February 2022 as our veterinary technician. Rachel attended the Vermont Technical College for three years, majoring in Veterinary Technology. In her free time, she likes camping, hunting and spending time with her friends and her family's dog, Walter. Rachel accepted another job in October 2023 but will be helping us out on a per dieum basis.
Danielle Rouleau, CVT (Certified Veterinary Technician)
Danielle has worked in the veterinary field for close to 30 years and joins our team as a per dieum Certified Veterinary Technician. She enjoys working with anxious and fearful dogs. She has a preteen son and together they enjoy exploring nature, vacationing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Her hobbies include breeding and exhibiting her Standard and Miniature poodles in both AK and UKC event. In addition, she is an entrepreneur, ownig Tails Pet Salon in Athol, MA.
Abby Shaw
Abby graduated in 2023 from the animal science program at the Franklin County Technical School, joining our team in March 2021. She is currently attending college at Greenfield Community College where she is majoring in Biology. Abby enjoys drawing and cheer-leading.
Lily Hohn
Lily Hohn is an upcoming junior studying Biology and English at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is taking the year off from school to work closer to home and joined our team as a kennel and veterinary assistant in October 2024. She is an avid Celtics fan and equestrian and spends her free time riding, hiking, and helping out at the horse farm where she currently lives.
Nicole Woodward
In memory Of Nicole Woodward who passed in May 2024.