Dr. Michael Murray
Veterinarian
Dr. Murray brings with him a wealth of diverse veterinary experience, having worked in emergency medicine as well as general practice for nearly 26 years. He stays busy with his two young pups Quill and Rocket, enjoys cycling (completed the STP!), and is part of the Mason County Search and Rescue team. Dr. Murray has a special interest in soft tissue surgical procedures, orthopedic diseases, bully breeds, and hunting breeds.
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
We have a great team right now!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Labradores, pitbulls, and any dog with a squished nose!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Somewhere in the mountains camping with the dogs. A nice cruise through the Caribbean would be a close second.
Dr. Victoria Smith
Veterinarian
Dr. Smith was born and raised in Seattle. She attended Seattle Pacific University for her undergraduate degree and was then commissioned in the US Air Force as a Second Lieutenant. She spent years on active duty before entering veterinary school at Texan A&M University. While in Texas, she worked at a mixed animal practice before returning to the PNW where she worked in emergency care, shelter medicine, and at a small animal practice. In 2010, Dr. Smith switched services to the US Army Reserves as a veterinary officer. She was then deployed to the middle east in 2019. She returned from deployment in 2020 and joined the team here at DAC in January 2021! She received her Master’s in Veterinary Forensic Science in April of 2021. She will be retiring from the Army Reserves next year as lieutenant colonel. Her special interests are geriatric medicine, working dogs, forensic veterinary medicine/animal cruelty investigations, and golden retrievers.
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Dac has a wonderful staff and team environment. I appreciate the opportunity to see patients and contribute to the community by advocating for pets in animal cruelty cases.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
golden retrievers, large breed and working dogs. Also Irish Sport Horses!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
hiking with my husband or going to the cabin with our dogs.
Dr. Rebecca Felknor
Veterinarian
Dr. Felknor is originally from South Carolina and after graduating from Auburn College Veterinary Medicine in 1991 she relocated to the Pacific Northwest. She joined the team here at Deschutes in 2022 after an extensive career working in emergency medicine. With her background in ER she brings a breadth of knowledge to the clinic here. She enjoys spending her time off exploring the beautiful outdoors, fishing and hiking with her two dogs Grady and Ripley. She also has quite the hand for DIY home projects and is an avid Seahawks fan.
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Great teamwork and a “can do” spirit
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
All herding breeds!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Scuba diving somewhere where the sun is shining.
Dr. French
Veterinarian
Dr. French is a Washington local, she graduated from WSU in 2010 and has been practicing locally ever since then! She brings with her a passion for animal welfare, the most gratifying part of the job for her is caring for her patients over the course of their whole lives. From puppies to seniors, it’s about fostering the human and animal connection. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, horseback riding, and spending time at her cabin accompanied by her husband and 4 dogs!
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
I enjoy meeting new clients and having long time clients come and join us here. It is great to be able to provide appointments quickly with such dedicated staff.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
I am always a sucker for herding breeds and the small ridiculous looking mutts.
What is your ideal vacation/ weekend getaway?
My happy place is up in the mountains at our cabin.
No phone and no power = no worries 🙂
Dr. Bird
Veterinarian
Dr. Will Bird, hailing from New Orleans and south Mississippi, comes to Deschutes Animal Clinic following his graduation from Mississippi State University.
With a deep-rooted love for animals, Will shares his home with his heeler mix, Mardi. Outside of veterinary practice, Will enjoys playing drums in bands and orchestras and exploring Washington’s natural beauty in his free time.
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
The wonderful team and their commitment to top quality medicine.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Working dog breeds and all cats
What is your ideal vacation/ weekend getaway?
Camping in the Olympic National Park!
Lyn
Practice Manager
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Our staff are invested in seeing DAC serve the community, they have great attitudes and senses of humor that keep me young!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Any variation of a pitty, and for cats the Lyoki (werewolf cats) and Korat.
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
The beach with my dogs and grandson.
Jasmine
Lead Veterinary Technician
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Being able to provide my skills and knowledge to the clients and assisting our doctors with patient care.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
American Bulldog and any herding breed
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Traveling to Bora Bora and spending time on the beach with my husband!
Heidi
Licensed Veterinary Technician
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Caring for patients when they are away from their family. I try to make them feel comfortable until they can see their people again. I also love helping fix critters teeth so that they aren’t in pain anymore and feel a whole lot better!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
I really love Manx kitties and all other kitties too! For dogs, a good mixed breed pup!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
I love camping with my horses. Beach, mountains, desert… anywhere is good.
Sandi
Veterinary Technician
Favorite aspect of DAC?
Everyone is willing to help eachother out!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
I love all dogs, sweet and lovable or old and cantankerous all are great to me. For cats though, it’s the british shorthair.
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
A could spend time with my daughter.
Madison
Veterinary Technician
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Seeing the human/animal bond between our clients. I also love making our patients feel safe and comfy!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Any dog or cat but my favorite is the Saint Bernard and Dachshund. I also love Tarantulas, Geckos, and Fish!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Camping in the rainforest or fishing for steelhead!
Madeline
Veterinary Assistant
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
I love the community the staff create for animals and each other.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
While dogs and cats are the superior pets, I will always love chickens the most.
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Traveling the state. I love road trips and seeing all the sights along the way.
LeAnne
Veterinary Assistant
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
I love my coworkers. There is never a dull day of work and we always have a good time.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Labrador Retrievers!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
A trip to Italy or Mexico!
Liz
Customer Service Representative
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
I love helping pets and people. Working with my awesome co-workers and doctors is also a plus!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Golden Retriever and Maine Coon (and of course my black DSH Gail <3)
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
I would love to take an ancestral trip across Europe.
Emily
Customer Service Representative
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Working with amazing team members!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Chow Chow and any black cat
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
A month traveling through Europe
MK
Customer Service Representative
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Working with all the cute pets and being able to assist owners even with difficult decisions.
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Sphynxs! and calico kitties!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Going to greece and spending time on the beaches/swimming, all with my wonderful wife!
Julianne
Kennel Assistant
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Are the people i work with, we all work together so well and have a great dynamic. it makes coming to work enjoyable and fun!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
Chihuahua/Dachshund mixes are my favorite because that is what i had as a child. Although i do love whatever crazy mix my dog Melo is!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
My ideal vacation would be traveling around Europe and eating all the good food at local restaurants, cafes, bistros, you name it!
Su
Kennel Assistant
What is your favorite aspect of working at DAC?
Learning new things everyday and getting to work with people who have the same passion as me!
What is your favorite dog or cat breed?
The pitbull and Munchkin cat!
What is your ideal vacation/weekend getaway?
Going to the night market in Taiwan or the beaches in Costa Rica.