Our Story
About East Longmeadow Animal Hospital
Learn more about the East Longmeadow Animal Hospital story below.
About East Longmeadow Animal Hospital
East Longmeadow Animal Hospital (ELAH) has been serving the town of East Longmeadow and our surrounding communities with high-quality and compassionate veterinary care since 1973. Here at ELAH our clients and pets are like family. We understand that no two pets are alike, and we strive to provide customized veterinary care based on your pet’s lifestyle. We believe the most important tool to help your pet live the long happy life they deserve is by providing the best wellness care and preventative medicine. In addition to a comprehensive physical examination, we have diagnostic imaging and laboratory equipment to aid in prevention and diagnostics when your pet is not feeling well. From young to old our hospital is here to provide all stages of care.
Your Trusted Veterinary Team in East Longmeadow, MA
At East Longmeadow Animal Hospital in East Longmeadow, MA, every member of our team is driven by a shared commitment to provide thoughtful and considerate attention to the needs of our patients. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your beloved family member. We look forward to connecting with you!

Veterinarians

Dr. Sarah Rothbart
Veterinarian
Dr. Rothbart became a member of our team in June 2017 and has quickly become a vital part of ELAH. Before coming here she worked at South Windsor Veterinary Clinic in Ct. for 3 ½ years. She received her undergraduate degree in animal science from UConn in 2007, and her veterinary degree from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2012. She then did a rotating small animal internship at Veterinary Specialists of Connecticut in West Hartford, CT. Her special interests are in preventative care and geriatric pain management. Dr. Rothbart was raised in Nantucket and now resides in Windsor Locks, Ct with her husband Dan, son Trevor, and her furry kids Harvey the Bulldog and kitties Mortie and Earl. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and watching movies.

Dr. Jenny Maas
Veterinarian
Jennifer Maas became a member of our ELAH family in 2018. She received her doctorate in veterinary medicine from Cornell University in 1980. Since then, she has practiced community-based medicine and surgery with both farm animals (dairy and beef cattle, horses, small ruminants, and swine) and companion animals (dogs, cats, and pocket pets). Her pro bono veterinary work has taken her to the Navajo Nation, Nicaragua, and Mexico and she has worked with the International Fund for Animal Welfare to develop standards for anesthesia and surgery. Dr. Maas has been involved in crafting farm animal legislation and has worked with humane societies and local authorities in numerous abuse, neglect, and hoarding cases.
In addition to running a private practice, Dr. Maas has worked extensively with shelter animals and on shelter animal standards and policy as well as advising numerous nonprofit humane rescue organizations. An active member of the Society for Veterinary Medical Ethics, she is particularly interested in the field of ethics as it applies to veterinary practice and training and in the evolving science of animal welfare. She is currently a Master’s candidate in the Animals and Public Policy program at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Grafton, Massachusetts where she is studying wildlife policy issues. With her knowledge and kind nature, our team is thankful to have her aboard.

Dr. Ellen Valley
Veterinarian
Dr. Valley grew up in Massachusetts with a menagerie of animals, including cats, dogs, rabbits, chickens, and a variety of rodents. She also has an affection for dairy cows, having spent summers bottle-feeding and halter training dairy calves on her grandma’s farm in Vermont. Dr. Valley obtained her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from the University of Connecticut, where she was a member of the marching band and participated in research on bovine mastitis and maternal nutrition in sheep. She graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2019, where she enjoyed volunteering at community cat spay/neuter clinics as well as the local community outreach clinic. Dr. Valley is Fear Free Certified, and her goal is to make every visit stress-free for patients and clients. Her special interests include nutrition and behavioral medicine.
Dr. Valley shares her home with her dog Elsa, a flock of chickens, and a goose named Marie. When she is not in the clinic, she enjoys running and hiking with her dog, gardening, horseback riding, and knitting.
Leadership

Valerie R.
Practice Manager/Veterinary Technician
Valerie joined our East Longmeadow Family in 2018 as Practice Manager and Veterinary Technician. She has worked in the veterinary field for 20 years and continues to love what she does. She lives with her husband and English labrador Maddie in Southwick. She has a grown daughter who has also taken on a love for animals and has a grand dog, Carlisle. Valerie enjoys boating, cooking, watching birds, decorating, and spending time with her family and Maddie. Valerie treats every pet as her own and gives our clients the utmost care and attention which makes her an asset to our hospital.
Technicians

Jessica P.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Jessica has been a Veterinary Technician for 5 years. She graduated with an associate’s degree in Animal Sciences and is a registered CVT.
Prior to obtaining her CVT License she also received a BS in Equine Studies from Virginia Intermont College. Jessica has always had a passion for animals and her dedication to the field certainly shows. In her free time, she enjoys horseback riding, scuba diving, and traveling to new places whenever time allows. She also enjoys spending time at home with her husband and daughter and 3 dogs.

Carol L.
Veterinary Technician
Legend has it that Carol has been around our hospital since she was 12 years old. She would stop in with the hope of working here when she grew up. Well, this wish came true! Some thirty-odd years later Carol is an integral part of the ELAH family. Her genuine love for animals is just one of the reasons we love her. Carol graduated from Holliston Junior College with a veterinary technician degree. She resides in Ellington with her husband Milan as well as her four dogs, a cat, multiple rabbits, and chickens. Carol has two grown children, Milan and Taylor, and a new granddaughter Adaline. In her spare time, her favorite thing to do is hike with her dogs!

Lisa Z.
Veterinary Technician/Client Service Representative
Lisa Ann has been working in the veterinary field since 1997. She joined the ELAH team in August 2019 after working for the same veterinarian for 28 years who has since retired. Lisa Ann has an Associate’s degree in Equine Business Management and an Associate’s in Veterinary Science.
She worked as a technician for over 20 years and now is a customer service representative where her customer service skills shine. She also enjoys the role of Project Coordinator,, where she helps the hospital with extra projects. When not at ELAH she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. At home, she has a rescue dog from Tennessee named Charlotte and a beautiful orange tabby cat named Wilbur Jo. Lisa Ann also enjoys reading and walking out in the woods with her husband and dog.

Jessica P.
Veterinary Technician
Jessica is a Veterinary Technician and has been in the field for 10 years. Her love and dedication to animals have been her lifelong passion.
Jessica graduated with an associate’s degree in Animal Sciences from HCC Veterinary Technician Program. She has been fostering kittens for local rescues for years and rehabs them so they can be adopted.
Jessica also has her own pet sitting business that she began 7 years ago and has quite the following. Jessica enjoys spending time with her 5 cats, Louie, Stubbs, Muffin, FB, and Willadean and her partner Kyle. In her spare time, she enjoys fishing, hiking, watching movies, and spending quality time with her family.

Brianna C.
Veterinary Technician
Brianna has been in the veterinary field since 2017. Her work history includes working in the emergency department and in general practice. She is currently enrolled in a Veterinary Program to become certified. Brianna knew that she wanted to work with animals since she was a child, and grew up with dogs, cats, birds, and fish. She currently owns a cute sassy beagle poodle mix named Kioshi. She loves teaching him new tricks weekly, enjoys reading, and being outdoors. She has been a wonderful addition to our practice. Her skills, dedication, and professionalism show in her work every day.

Elijah Q.
Veterinary Technician
Elijah has been in the veterinary field for 9 years. His prior experience is in emergency and general practice. We are happy to have his talented skills and his easy-going personality. When Elijah is not working, he enjoys going to the gym and outside activities. His love and passion for animals shows every day when he is working with clients and patients.

Jenny Q.
Veterinary Technician
Jenny has worked in the veterinary field for 7 years. She grew up with animals and horses and started her career with animals as a barn manager. She studied equine at the State University of New York. Her experience is in general practice and was a lead for stem cell therapy. Originally from New York she settled here in the northeast 2 years ago. Jenny enjoys spending time with her dogs, english bulldog Clutch and lab mix Kenzie, gardening, concerts and the great outdoors.

Amanda G.
Veterinary Technician
Amanda has worked in the veterinary field for 5 years. She is a certified veterinary assistant and has special interest in surgery. Amanda has a pug chihuahua mix named Jackson, 2 parakeets and her bunny named Bear. She prefers to spend her time at home with her animals and loves them all big and small. Amanda loves the water and is an avid swimmer. When she is not at home or work you will find her at the zoo or the aquarium.

Rose B., CVT
Veterinary Technician
Rose has worked in the veterinary field for 19 years. She received an associate degree in animal science at HCC and is a certified veterinary technician. She proceeded with animal studies and received a bachelor’s degree from Becker College. Rose started her career in general practice and then ventured out to work in emergency. After several years she returned to gp with a focus and love for surgery. Rose enjoys spending time with her family and her two cats, Tommy and Caramel. She loves to travel to Florida for the warm weather and is a devoted Disney fanatic.
Veterinary Assistants

Carol P.
Veterinary Assistant/Purchaser
The best possible benefit of Carol’s 35 years at ELAH is her husband Jim. She was the technician, he was the client and the rest is history! Carol’s job here is multi-faceted. Among her responsibilities are purchasing drugs and inventory items needed to provide high-quality care for our patients. She is also Dr. Rothbart’s assistant on most days. Carol is especially kind and compassionate and continues to be a joy to all of us! Carol lives in East Longmeadow with her family, as well as her dog, cat, chickens, turtles, mice, and any other critters that need a place to live. Carol enjoys hiking and horseback riding.
Client Service Representatives

Janice D.
Client Service Representative
Years ago Janice was one of our full-time receptionists. Three kids and lots of busy family time later, she finally agreed to come back! This was very exciting for us as Janice was always one to get problems solved and questions answered with a smile! She has a BA in English with a minor in Business from Western New England College. Over the years, Janice has fostered litters of puppies. She has two adorable dogs and two cats to round out her family. She resides in East Longmeadow with her husband John and children.

Lisa B.
Client Service Representative
Lisa has been with us since 2007 and previously worked at Angell Animal Medical Center WNE. As one of our receptionists, her bright smile and welcoming way are a comfort to all who visit. Whether it is an animal or a human with a problem, Lisa is always there to help out! Lisa graduated from UMass Amherst with a BS in Animal Science. She lives in East Longmeadow with her husband Jarrad and daughter Caitlyn, as well as three dogs, three cats, two horses, bunnies, and a slew of chickens. When Lisa is at home, she loves to spend time with her daughter and her horses.

Jenny L.
Client Service Representative
Jenny became part of the ELAH family in 2016 as a CSR. She studied Biochemistry at UMass Amherst & then Boston where she lived and met her husband. With the arrival of their daughter, Leila, they relocated to her hometown of East Longmeadow. Her family has since grown with the addition of her son Logan, and golden retriever Mika. She has a borderline obsession with goldens, having grown up with them as pets all her life. She makes it a point to snuggle everyone that comes in as a patient. Some of her other favorite things include traveling, Boston sports teams, and trying new foods. We love having her not only for her fun sense of humor, but for her dedication to patients and clients.

Toast
Hospital Kitty
Toast is our hospital kitty. She was returned to the shelter after being diagnosed with a heart condition. She has made herself quite comfortable here, and the staff dotes on her every day. In her past time, she loves stealing food and eating.
In Loving Memory

In Loving Memory
Gray
Staff Resident
Gray made the hospital his home about 8 years ago after deciding that being an outdoor cat was not as exciting as his friends had told him it would be. Since then, he has become quite the lady’s man and made himself incredibly useful as the resident bug catcher, paperweight, back scratcher, and file snatcher. He can usually be found napping in a quiet place, striking a pose on the desk, or tapping the staff with his mittens – just to remind them he is always up for some attention…and treats.