Meet Our Staff

Dr. Heidi Burris is originally from Arizona, but went to veterinary school at Oregon State University (go Beavs!) and graduated in 2010. After graduating, she went back to Arizona and was so happy when she was able to move back up the Pacific Northwest around 6 years ago and now calls Hillsboro home. As a veterinarian, she has a special interest in surgery, dermatology and pocket pets. One of her heart dogs, Lucy, had severe food allergies and environmental allergies from an early age, and thus Dr. Burris has quite a bit of experience as both an owner and veterinarian in treating them. Her heart hamster, Hammy taught her that even the smallest of creatures can hold a special place in your heart which is why she is passionate in treating pocket pets.

Dr. Burris strongly believes in the value of community, teamwork, empathy, and compassion not only for patients and clients, but also for her team. She hopes to make a difference in the world by providing a positive, nurturing environment for her team to work in, which will trickle down to exceptional patient care and client communication. As the old saying goes, "Team work makes the dream work!" Dr Burris also believes strongly in promoting a Fear Free experience for both animals as well as their pet parents, and is proud to be Fear Free Level 3 certified as well as Cat Friendly Practice certified.  

In her spare time, she knits, crochets, hikes and gardens. She likes to think that she's pretty good at gardening, but her plants from time to time might disagree. She also shares her home with her husband, 4 small human children, and a cranky old lady kitty.

Kayli is the ultimate animal aficionado, with a particular penchant for our feline friends. Originally from Minnesota, she traded snow for rain when she whiskered her way to Oregon in January 2024. Kayli is on a mission to keep the critters of the Pacific Northwest in tip-top shape. From dogs to ducks, hamsters to hedgehogs, she loves them all and goes the extra mile to ensure their well-being.

Kayli is Fear Free level 1 certified. When she's not at the clinic, you can find her at home, surrounded by her fiancé and their clowder of four fabulous felines--Winston, Edgar, Wilbur, and George. With a heart big enough to embrace every creature under the sun, Kayli is the animal lover you want on your team.

Taylor was born, raised, and still lives in Forest Grove. She is new to the veterinary field but hopes to one day go to Veterinary School. Taylor loves learning, especially about joint care, behavior including incorporating Fear Free principles into the practice. Taylor recently became Fear Free Level 1 certified and is helping Amberglen become practice certified as well!

Tessa recently moved from the Bakersfield area in California and now calls the Pacific Northwest her home. She has been a veterinary assistant since 2015, and in particular enjoys anesthesia, surgery and dentistry. She most recently adopted a Holland lop named Ferguson who is quite a spit fire! Tessa is very excited to work with small mammals including rabbits. Tessa most recently finished her Fear Free level 1 certification and is excited to help put her new knowledge into practice!