Meet Our Staff
Our staff works hard to make sure you and your pets feel at home in our clinic. They have a passion for animals and a desire to make you and your pet feel like part of our family.
Danielle Coe
Office Manager
Danielle joined the Best Friends family in February of 2024 with over 11 years of experience. Her leadership, commitment to excellence, and supportive nature reflect her deep passion for veterinary care and team collaboration. In addition to her veterinary experience she is also a certified personal fitness trainer and phlebotomist-reflecting her commitment to health, wellness, and continuous learning.
Outside of work, Danielle enjoys spending time with her family and her 2 dogs- Bessi (Belgian Malinois) and Barbie (Longhair Dachshund), traveling, listening to and watching true crime and working out in her home gym. Her work ethic, warmth, and drive to grow make her a truly inspiring member of the team.
Abigail Matthews
Lead Receptionist/Customer Service Representative
Abigail comes to us with over 5 years of experience in the veterinary field. Her passion for animals started at a young age, and while she originally dreamed of becoming a Veterinarian, she found her true calling in supporting both clients and staff as a CSR.
Abigail thrives on bringing order to the busy front desk environment, solving problems, and finding efficient ways to keep things running smoothly. Her favorite part of working at BFAH is the warm, welcoming environment and the opportunity to connect with so many clients and their pets.
At home, Abby has a Staffordshire Terrier named Harlow, a Lab/Pit mix named Odin, a Beagle named Ginger, and a Pit named Marla. Her cats, Malcolm and Weezy, add even more personality to her household.
Outside of work, Abby enjoys hiking, reading, photography, caring for her houseplants, riding motorcycles and unwinding with episodes of Law & Order: SVU. Her favorite animal is a racoon, thanks to their intelligence, adaptability, and undeniable cuteness.
Hanna Brewer
Veterinary Assistant
Hanna joined the Best Friends family in August 2024 to help make a difference in animals lives!
Hanna enjoys meeting all the new patients while growing relationships with the regulars! Her favorite animal is a dog because they are such loyal companions and always happy to see you. At home she has two dogs of her own-Little Baby, a Beagle mix, and Lottie, an Australian Shepherd mix. Outside of work, Hanna enjoys painting,sewing, cleaning, organizing, and decorating.
Caitlin Homrighausen
Veterinary Assistant
Caitlin joined BFAH in April of 2025 after working as a professional groomer for three years.
With a strong passion for animal care and grooming, she’s excited to expand her knowledge in vet care and becoming a valuable member of the BFAH team. Caitlin thrives in friendly and professional environments and loves being part of a team that shares her enthusiasm for animals. At home, she cares for a variety of pets, including horses, dogs, and cats.
Outside of work, she enjoys horse riding, hunting, crafting, and cooking. Caitlin also spends much of her time caring for her boyfriend’s daughter, Harper, who has special needs and whom she lovingly considers her own.
Her favorite animal is the Leopard, who is admired for its beauty and power.
Gracie Dowdy
Veterinary Assistant
Gracie comes to us with a B.S. in Animal Science and 4 years of experience in the vet field. She has a special interest in large and food animals-especially dairy cows! She chose this career field because she loves helping animals and enjoys the science behind it-plus, it’s always more fun when you’re working alongside great friends!
When asked what she loves most about being part of the Best Friends family, Gracie says the friendly environment and shared passion for animals. Outside of work you can find her at Crossfit or horseback riding. At home, she shares her life with Rein (Labrador), Phineas ( Whippet Mix), Bojack & Woodrow (horses), and Miss Kie (Domestic Shorthair).
Sara Hall
Lead Kennel Technician
Emily Heinrich
Veterinary Assistant
Cassie Ingram
Veterinary Assistant
Cassie is a dedicated veterinary assistant with five years of experience in the field. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from MSU in 2024 and has a deep passion for medicine and science. Cassie loves the challenge of diagnosing patients who can’t tell us what’s wrong and finds it incredibly rewarding to help beloved family members feel better.
She has a special interest in plants (with nearly 30 houseplants at home!) and enjoys caring for all creatures — she truly can’t pick a favorite animal, even down to insects. At the clinic, her favorite part of the day is the clinic cats and their entertaining antics.
At home, Cassie stays busy with her crew: Paisley, a 7-year-old boxer mix; Poppy, a 2-year-old DSH who is disabled with hind-end weakness that requires regular bladder expressions; Sunday, a 1-year-old ball python; and Pascal, a 1-year-old crested gecko. Caring for Poppy has given her an even deeper compassion and understanding for pets with special needs.
Outside of work, Cassie enjoys reading, playing guitar, hiking, going to the gym, crafting, and thrift/antique shopping. Her curiosity, compassion, and love for learning make her a wonderful advocate for both pets and their people and the perfect asset to the BFAH family!
Maria Castaneda
Receptionist
With a warm smile and a love for all things furry, Maria brings heart and hospitality to every client interaction. She grew up surrounded by a variety of pets—from bunnies and chickens to birds—and has always felt drawn to a career in veterinary medicine.
Though new to the field, Maria has quickly become a familiar and friendly face at our clinic. She loves the welcoming atmosphere at BFAH and values the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business. Her favorite animal? Cats! She adores their quirky personalities and believes their soothing purrs can fix just about anything.
Outside of work, Maria enjoys exploring local estate sales and thrift shops on the weekends. She’s bilingual and often helps interpret for Spanish-speaking clients. Maria also has a creative side—she’s great at braiding hair and loves experimenting with new hairstyles!
Maria is excited to grow in this field and is proud to be part of a team that shares her passion for animals.