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K. Kelly Jones
DVM
Dr. Jones is a Kansas native. She was a
pre-veterinary student at Kansas State University, and graduated in veterinary
medicine from Kansas State University in 1994. Following graduation, she worked
as an associate veterinarian in the Wichita area. It was during this time that
Dr. Jones developed her interest in working with cats and their owners.
People often ask, "Does this mean that
you don't like dogs?" And she replies, "Of course not! I love dogs!!
I have a German shepherd mix at home, who is cared for by my family of cats!
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Dr. Jones is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association,
American Association of Feline Practitioners, Kansas Animal Disaster Team and the Association for
Veterinarians for Animal Rights.
Founder of Pets in Crisis and winner of the 2005 Wichita Police Department
Volunteer of the Year Award.
Dr. Jones lives with several cats ranging in age from 2 years to 15 years of
age.
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Lisa Grivois
Practice Manager
With 20 years of
business management, focusing on finance and customer service. I made
the move to the Cat Hospital to put my knowledge to use in a caring and
compassionate work environment. My main responsibilities will be the
overall management of the clinic and staff. I am a native Wichitan with
a 15 year old Shih Tzu named Sugar, and a 14 year old calico cat named
Fiona. They are the best of friends and couldn’t be more pleased that I
am fortunate enough to be at the Cat Hospital.
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Melissa
ReceptionistMy name is
Melissa. I have worked at two other veterinary clinics in Wichita
before coming to the Cat Hospital in March 2004. As the receptionist,
I'm the one that you will likely talk to when you call or stop by the
Cat Hospital.
I am an all around animal lover.
However, cats are my favorite. I love working with animals. I was born
and raised in Wichita. I am married and now reside in Rose Hill. |
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Ruth
Animal Care Technician
Born and raised in Colorado, I
have always been interested in animals. As a young woman my animal
interest leaned toward horses and cattle. On the ranch we raised our own
horses and I chose to train and show Quarter horses. I gave lessons to
adults and children on several equine events. Both of my boys were very
active in equine cattle events.
Upon moving to Wichita in 1991 I
started working at area veterinary clinics where I developed my interest
in cats. I worked with Dr. Jones at another clinic and eventually
came to the Cat Hospital.
At the Cat Hospital, I am involved with assisting in surgeries and
caring for hospitalized cats. I also maintain the surgery
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Ashley
Assistant
I am a student of pre-veterinary medicine at Wichita State
University. My goal is to attend Kansas State University to become
a small animal veterinarian. I really enjoy working at the Cat
Hospital. I primarily care for the hospitalized cats, run lab work
and assist the doctor, but occasionally you will see me up front.
I am a big animal lover and I spoil all the cats that come in here --
especially the cute kittens! I have 2 cats of my own, Tink and
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Emily – (the human)
Assistant
While working at the
Kansas Humane Society at the spay/neuter clinic and kennels, I developed
a special interest in working with animals. My primary responsibilities
at the Cat Hospital are assisting with surgery recovery, taking x-rays
and running lab work. I hope to gain experience while working at the
Cat Hospital so that I can continue my education and possibly attend
veterinary school. I have two dogs, a shepherd named Ruby and a
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Jack, Buddy,
Prince
and Emily:
Cat Hospital Official Door Greeters |
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Buddy (aka: Bud,
Big Boy)
Buddy is
now first in command as head door greeter at the Cat Hospital of
Wichita. After acting as blood donor to critically ill cats for nearly
10 years, Buddy is retiring from those duties. Buddy saved many cats
during his tenure and plans to spend his extra time sleeping and
eating. He also enjoys spending many hours bird watching and watching
leaves blow in the wind!
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Emily (the cat)
(aka: Emmers, Lady Bug, Bling-Bling)
Emily was living in a feral cat colony, when one of our clients
heard that the owner of the property was planning to poison all of the
cats. Emily was caught in a live-trap and brought to the Cat
Hospital where we quickly determined that she was very pregnant.
We allowed Emily to have her kittens at the clinic and she became so
relaxed and happy, that we decided to let her stay. Her favorite
past-times are sun-tanning, playing with any fur-covered toys and
entertaining the children that come to the Cat Hospital. |
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Prince (aka:
Princeton, Princ)
Prince came to the Cat Hospital of Wichita in August 2002.
He was in a litter of kittens that had been abandoned. We found
homes for all of the kittens except Prince.
He was here for so long that he started to become friendly with us. Prince is still a little shy around
new people, but Jack is really helping him to become more brave.
His favorite hobbies are
copy-catting anything that Buddy is doing, stealing treats. |
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Jack (aka: Jack
Attack, Jack-in-the-Box,
Action Jackson)
Jack
came to us in May 2007. We needed to have a healthy young cat to
replace Buddy as blood donor and Jack volunteered. He has a wonderful
personality; he loves to play with everyone that comes in to see him.
In addition to becoming the new blood donor, Jack is also the cat
toy tester. He needs to make sure all the cat toys are safe, exciting
and durable. So far, all the toys seem to pass the test! He also helps
keep Prince out of trouble, which is a full-time job.
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Siam
Head Door Greeter 1991 - 2006
An orphan of the 1991 Andover tornado, Siam proudly presided as
“Head Door-Greeter” for 15 years at The Cat Hospital. Everyone who
visited the Cat Hospital on a regular basis during this period was well
acquainted with this wonderful cat.
From his azure blue eyes to seal pointed
toes, Siam was every bit a dignified, gentleman cat. He had many
admirers who stopped by just to visit him, often bringing a little
snack. When you stroked his fur and told him he was a handsome boy, Siam
looked up at your face, squinted his eyes and answered, “Miccckkkk,
miccckkkk, miccckkkk!” as if to say, “Thank you very much, and how are
you today?” He was a master of the art of conversation and had manners
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Many people will remember Siam’s sense of
humor. He might pull your hair as you were writing at the counter. Give
him a treat, then call him “fat” and he just might play-bite you! He
seemed to know exactly what that word “fat” meant and did not care for
the implication, thank you very much!
Siam was known for taking kittens into his
protective custody. Early in his career he was entrusted with the
overnight care of young kittens in his kennel. He seemed to always look
out for the little ones. Buddy, as a little kitten, was playing on the
floor in the lobby one day. A client unwittingly allowed his aggressive
cat to make a charge at the kitten. Siam -- who was sleeping on the
chair by the door -- jumped up and stood between the cat and Buddy. He
never growled, hissed or swatted the other cat; he just sat there as if
to say, "Hey, why don't you pick on somebody your own size!"
Siam lives on in the hearts and minds of
hundreds of people who came to know and love this handsome, serene and
sociable Siamese. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge in August, 2006.
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