Dr. Ashley Hotchkiss
Veterinarian
Dr. Ashley Hotchkiss is our wonderful veterinarian.
She graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine with the passion to save animals from being euthanized in our shelters. This passion lead her directly into working in the non-profit veterinary field where she focused on high quality high volume spay/neuter surgery.
Dr. Hotchkiss realized early in her career that she could make the most dramatic impact on euthanasia in our shelters by spaying and neutering all pets.
The idea of Pawsitive Care Affordable Pet Clinic has been on Dr. Hotchkiss’ mind for quite some time. She realized that by providing affordable veterinary care to the public could lessen the number of animals that are surrendered to shelters every year.
Dr. Hotchkiss is thrilled to open the doors of Pawsitive Care. It’s a dream come true for her to touch the public through positive education and by providing good veterinary medical care!
Dr. Amy Hess
Surgical Veterinarian
Dr Amy Hess is our talented veterinary surgeon!
Dr. Hess joined Pawsitive Care in 2021 and has made such an impact while being with us!
She graduated from Michigan State University and has over 15 years of experience in the field. She has always worked in non-profit medicine, providing many different types of surgeries to thousands of animals since graduating.
Dr Hess has always been a cat lover, which drives her passion for TNR work. She assists our community by providing sterilization surgeries and medical care to the outdoor cats livings in the surrounding areas.
Dr Amy also has a love for traveling the world. She’s gone to many different countries including Africa, India, Thailand and always has an exciting adventure planned! She enjoys reading and caring for her kitties Gern Blansen, Mac Mittens, and Margarine in addition to her many fosters!
We are so fortunate to have Dr Amy Hess on our team!
Alyssa
Licensed Veterinary Nurse, Lead Technician
Alyssa is our extraordinary licensed veterinary technician.
She graduated from Baker College at the top of her class and quickly dove into her dream career by working with animal shelters and non-profits.
When first meeting Alyssa, you will notice that she is very passionate about improving the human/animal bond. She is diligent about educating animal owners how to effectively train and communicate with their 4-legged family members.
Even outside of the clinic you will find her actively involved with animals, especially taking her 3 dogs on long walks and cuddling with her many resident cats!
Most importantly, Alyssa is very excited to be a part of the team at Pawsitive Care. The strength of the human/animal bond is what drove her to pursue her career and working at Pawsitive Care allows her to develop lifelong connections with our patients and clients.
Destiny
Veterinary Technician
Destiny joined Pawsitive Care in June of 2021!
She came to us from the food service industry. Destiny has always wanted to work with animals but never found the right clinic. She is now enjoying the fulfillment of that dream by working with Pawsitive Care. She is always calm when an animal is nervous, putting them at ease during their visits. Her favorite pets to see at the clinic are the tiny kitties and beagles!
Destiny is currently attending Penn Foster to pursue a Veterinary Nursing Degree. After earning her degree, she plans to continue in preventative medicine at Pawsitive Care. She plans on attending Wildlife Rehabilitation classes in 2024 alongside her ‘work bestie’ Jordan!
Destiny loves both cats and dogs, but she is truly a “cat person” with her three rescue cats Buddy, Baby and Smooshy! She also has a young son, Zayden, that helps her care for all of their pets! She also volunteers her time and fosters for Pawsitive Cause Rescue.
Thank you Destiny for all of your hard work!
Amber
Veterinary Technician
Amber joined Pawsitive Care in March of 2024!
Amber came to us with 8+ years of experience in emergency medicine! Amber has a passion for learning new things, which drives her to continue her education. She plans to one day return to school to expand her knowledge as a technician, and one day enroll into the doctorate program at MSU! She will be a part of our surgical team at the new surgery center.
Amber loves all animals, but her favorites are Siamese cats, wildlife species and specialty eye kitties. Amber’s passion for wildlife care came from her father, who taught her since she was little that all animals need love and care – not just the cute and cuddly ones!
Amber strives to be as knowledgeable in the field to guarantee the best care for her patients.
Amber spends most of her time caring for her animals, volunteering with Pawsitive Cause Rescue and spending time her husband! Her and her husband share the passion of caring for animals, which make her home the perfect place for foster kitties!
We are so excited to have her on our team and see her flourish!
Jenny
Veterinary Technician
Jenny joined Pawsitive Care in April of 2023!
She came to us with hopes to get experience and knowledge in the field before starting school. Jenny recently enrolled into Penn Foster to achieve her Veterinary Nursing Degree. Her passion is being able to provide affordable care to all animals and hopes to one day continue her education and become a veterinarian.
You might see her answering phones, replying to emails, refilling medications, or assisting the technicians with appointments. Jenny has recently started training to begin running annual, medical and technician appointments!
Jenny also volunteers with the Pawsitive Cause Rescue during their adoption events and appointments. She has a few rescue animals of her own that she spoils rotten!
We are happy to have her on the Pawsitive Care team and help her achieve her academic goals!
Kylee
Veterinary Technician
Kylee joined Pawsitive Care in July of 2025!
She is driven by her deep love for animals and her desire to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. Kylee is currently continuing her education through Ashworth College. As a technician, she supports daily operations and enjoys being part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care.
Kylee loves both cats and dogs, though she leans slightly more toward dogs. She shares her home with her Australian Shepherd, Luna, her Springer Spaniel, Lakota, and her cat, Reggie.
Outside of work, Kylee enjoys cooking, gardening, and fishing. She takes pride in her role at Pawsitive Care and is committed to upholding the highest standard of care for every patient while continuing to grow her own education and helping educate our clients along the way.
We appreciate Kylee’s compassion and dedication to providing exceptional care to our patients and their families.
Allie
Clinic Assistant
Allie joined Pawsitive Care in January of 2024.
Allie came to our clinic wanting to help every animal she could. She learned about our clinic after volunteering for Pawsitive Cause Non-Profit Rescue for 2+ years!
Allie hopes to continue her education on assisting the clinic through courses at Penn Foster, and possibly pursuing veterinary nursing school! You may see Allie drawing up vaccines, cleaning exam rooms after appointments, answering check in calls and more. We appreciate how quick she is to help her team and animals in need.
Allie loves all animals but is truly a cat lover at heart. She has had many fosters in her home along with her resident kitties Murphy, MooMoo and Nala. She spends her time caring for her kitties, working, volunteering with Pawsitive Cause and watching her favorite show, Suits.
We are so happy that Allie has joined our team and cannot wait to see her knowledge of the field grow!
Logan
Receptionist
Logan joined Pawsitive Care in December of 2023!
Logan discovered our clinic through volunteering for Pawsitive Cause Rescue. She decided to follow her passion for helping animals and began her journey into veterinary medicine. Logan is especially passionate about providing safe, loving homes for cats in need through fostering. She is currently enrolled in the Veterinary Nursing program through Penn Foster.
At the clinic, you may find Logan answering phones, responding to emails, refilling medications, or assisting our technicians during appointments. She is always eager to help, learn new skills, and support both our team and our clients.
While Logan proudly considers herself a cat person, she never turns down a puppy visit. Outside of work, she enjoys expressing her creativity through art and spending time with her pets, including her dog Finley and the cats she has adopted from Pawsitive Cause Rescue.
We appreciate all of Logan’s hard work and dedication to ensuring our clients & patients receive the best care.
Chloe
Receptionist
Chloe joined Pawsitive Care in February of 2025!
Her passion for veterinary medicine began while caring for the stray cats in her neighborhood, an experience that deeply impacted her and inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to helping as many animals as possible.
Chloe is currently enrolled in the Veterinary Nursing program through Penn Foster and enjoys being part of a clinic that provides accessible, low-cost veterinary care to the community. At our surgical center, Chloe is often the first point of contact for pet owners, helping with scheduling, communication, and education to make the surgical experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.
A proud cat person, Chloe shares her home with six cats: Wednesday, Morticia, Gizmo, Monty, Flurry, and Hercules. Outside of work, she enjoys crocheting, making jewelry, listening to music, and embracing her creative side.
We are grateful to have Chloe on our team and appreciate the compassion and dedication she brings to Pawsitive Care.
Jessica
Receptionist
Jessica joined Pawsitive Care in June of 2025!
Jessica brings over 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine. Her career in the field has been a unique and rewarding journey, and she values the knowledge and perspective she has gained along the way.
Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in applied arts with a focus in fashion design, as well as an associate of arts degree in liberal arts. Her creative background adds a thoughtful and well-rounded perspective to her work in veterinary medicine.
A true animal lover, Jessica appreciates both cats and dogs. She shares her home with her dog, Sumo. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys drawing and painting, allowing her creativity to shine.
We are thrilled to have Jessica on our team and appreciate the expertise and care she brings to every family at Pawsitive Care.