The Staff
Gary, Lori, Sharon, Anne, Judy & Dr. Richards
Dr. Richards
Dr. Darren Richards achieved his Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001 graduating magna cum laude. He earned his bachelor’s degree summa cum laude in Animal Science/Preveterinary Studies from the University of Maine at Orono. Dr. Richards is a native of downeast Maine and graduated from Machias Memorial High School in 1994. He is a member of the Maine Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Animal Hospital Association. He has four dogs (Triton, Sophie, Spooky, and Neuty) and two rabbits (Charlie and Cocoa). His favorite pastimes include camping, reading, four-wheeling, and mixed martial arts.
Dr. Pease
Dr. Alison Pease achieved her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota in 2010 graduating as class valedictorian. Prior to that, she earned her bachelor’s degree in animal science with a concentration in veterinary medicine from the University of Maine at Orono in 2006 graduating as class salutatorian. Dr. Pease grew up in southern Maine and graduated from Thornton Academy in Saco in 2002. While Dr. Pease has no pets at this time, she hopes to acquire some very soon! In her free time she enjoys reading, being active outdoors, spending time with her family, and watching sports. While her favorite team is the University of Maine men’s hockey team, Dr. Pease also loves watching the Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins and Celtics.
Anne DeWitt
Anne DeWitt achieved an associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology from the University of Maine in 2001. She has been a practicing veterinary technician since that time. Anne currently resides in Skowhegan with her family and her cat, Sapphire. Anne enjoys reading, cross-stitching, and playing with her daughter. In the winter she enjoys snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing.
Lori Atwood
Lori Atwood grew up in the Madison/Anson area. She achieved an associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology from the University of Maine in 2004. Lori has worked as a veterinary technician in the surrounding area since graduation. She currently resides in North Anson with her husband, son, and German Shorthair Pointer, Chester. She enjoys cooking and four-wheeling.
Gary Pouzol
Gary Pouzol is originally from the Lewiston/Auburn region having lived there for 38 years before moving to Madison four years ago. While in Lewiston, Gary worked as a veterinary technician for fifteen years. In addition he provided professional pet sitting services in his home and on site. In his spare time he enjoys snowmobiling, camping, and spending time outdoors, especially on the coast.
Sharon White
Sharon White has been a receptionist at the Madison Animal Hospital since opening day (Feb. 1, 2006). She really enjoys working for her son (Dr. Richards) and spending time in Madison with her grandson, Otis. Sharon comes to Madison Animal Hospital after nineteen years with Bangor Hydro Electric Company. She makes her home in Jonesboro with her husband Terry. In her off time she enjoys camping, four-wheeling, and spending time with family.
Judy Smith
Judy Smith grew up in Anson and is the receptionist, groomer, and kennel nurse for our boarding animals. Judy operated a doggie daycare in Oakland before moving back to the Anson area. She currently resides in Anson with her husband Craig and two dogs, Brady (a Labrador retriever) and Teddy (a Chihuahua). In her spare time she enjoys working on her new home, snowmobiling, hiking, and four-wheeling.