MEET OUR TEAM
APPOINTMENTmeet our incredible team!
Our expert team members have big hearts and will always treat your pet with the tender, loving care your pet deserves. We’re here to ensure that you have many years of quality time together with your pet. Get to know us below.
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Dr. Erin Cantwell
Owner and Medical Director
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
Dr. Haylie Hendershot
Associate Veterinarian
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
OUR STAFF
Wendy F.
Office Manager
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 2
Rhea M.
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
Ashley H.
Lead Veterinary Assistant, Level 2
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 2
Stephanie N.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 2
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
Jon O.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 1
Ariana S.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional
Christina R.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional
Tobi D.
Client Relations Specialist
Fear Free Certified Professional
OUR MASCOTS
Dr. Erin Cantwell
Owner and Medical Director
Dr. Erin Cantwell is the owner and Medical Director of Brandt Veterinary Clinic, a well-respected veterinary practice located in the Nokomis area. With over a decade of experience in veterinary medicine, Dr. Cantwell has established herself as a knowledgeable and compassionate veterinarian.
A graduate of Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Cantwell has a passion for preventative medicine and client education. She is committed to the well-being and happiness of her staff and is dedicated to making her patients feel at ease during their visits.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Dr. Cantwell has a range of personal interests. She enjoys making her friends and family laugh, staying active, and indulging her love of interior design. She is also a proud Fear Free Certified Professional and has led Brandt Veterinary Clinic to become the first and only Fear Free Certified Practice in Sarasota County.
With her combination of professional expertise and personal warmth, Dr. Cantwell is the ideal veterinarian for those seeking the very best in veterinary care for their pets.
Dr. Haylie Hendershot
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Haylie Hendershot is an Associate Veterinarian at Brandt Veterinary Clinic, where she has been a valued member of the team since 2015. With over 20 years of experience in the veterinary field, Dr. Hendershot has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to offer her patients.
A graduate of Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Hendershot formed close friendships with many of her colleagues, including Dr. Cantwell. As a Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3, Dr. Hendershot is committed to making her patients feel as comfortable as possible during their visits to the clinic.
When she’s not caring for her patients, Dr. Hendershot enjoys spending time with her three beloved pets – a greyhound named Seth, a Pomeranian named Hawley, and a dachshund named SunshineBunny. A self-described homebody, she has a love for horror movies, fantasy novels, and spending time in her hammock outdoors.
With her compassion, expertise, and dedication to her patients, Dr. Hendershot is an asset to the Brandt Veterinary Clinic team and a trusted provider of veterinary care for pet owners in the Nokomis area.
Wendy F.
Office Manager
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 2
Year started at BVC: 2013
Education/Degree: Associate of Science in Animal Training and Management
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Dessert: Angel Food cake w/strawberries
Fun Fact: I have handled and trained many types of wild animals including Binturongs
Jessica J.
Lead Client Relations Specialist
Fear Free Certified Professional, Elite
Year started at BVC: 2015
Education/Degree: Currently pursuing BFA
Pets: Duke (Chocolate Lab), Pepper (Mixed breed), and Legacy (tripod Domestic Shorthair)
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Dessert: Ice cream
Fun Fact: I get a tattoo as a souvenir when I travel somewhere new.
Olivia D.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 1
Year started at BVC: 2022
Pets: 3 cats and a guinea pig
Favorite Color: Olive Green
Favorite Candy/Treat: Honeybuns
Fun fact: I have half of my left lung !
Rhea M.
Client Relations Specialist
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
Year started at BVC: 2022
Education/Degree: Associates in Accounting
Pets: 2 dogs (Joker, Orion), 1 cat (Crash)
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Candy: Gummy Bears
Fun Fact: I played Violin for 15 years
Megan G.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 2
Year started at BVC: 2021
Education/Degree: Associates in Veterinary Nursing, 2018
Pets: Goose, Gracie (Pitties)
Favorite Color: Aquamarine
Favorite Candy: Reese’s Cups
Fun Fact: I love hockey! LET’S GO BOLTS!
Christina R.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional
Year started at BVC: 2024
Pets: One dog named Blakey
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Candy: Lollipops
Fun Fact: I cannot fit into adult shoes (cheap shoes yay!)
Ariana S.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional
Year started at BVC: 2023
Pets: Willow(bunny), Oreo(bunny), Tigress(cat)
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Candy: Swedish Fish
Fun Fact: I paint
Tobi D.
Client Relations Specialist
Year started at BVC: 2023
Education/Degree: High School Diploma
Pets: 2 dogs, Sig & Tater
Favorite Color: Turquoise/Teal
Favorite Candy: Reese’s Cups
Fun Fact: I showed cows in the Fair
Jaylyn W.
Client Relations Specialist
Year started: 2023
Education/Degree: Highschool Diploma
Pets: Mylo, a 1-year-old Dalmatian, Onika a 7-month-old Chihuahua, and Morty, a 4-year-old Syrian Hamster
Favorite color: Pink
Favorite Candy: Peach rings
Fun fact: I come from a family of 10 kids!
Ashley H.
Lead Veterinary Assistant, Level 2
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 2
Year started at BVC: 2017
Education/Degree: currently pursuing Associates Degree in Veterinary Science
Pets: 2 cats, Bebe and Xena
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Dessert: Vegan cupcakes
Fun Fact: I can play at least 3 songs on the Ukulele
Stephanie N.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 2
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 3
Year started at BVC: 2017
Education/Degree: Associates in Arts. Currently pursuing Associates Degree in Veterinary Science.
Pets: 2 cats, Joker and Pea
Favorite Color: Yellow
Favorite Dessert: Chocolate covered strawberries
Fun Fact: I collect graded comic books
Jon O.
Veterinary Assistant, Level 1
Fear Free Certified Professional, Level 1
Year started at BVC: 2022
Education/Degree: Certificate from UTI
Pets: CATS! Darkness and Mr. Meowgi
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Candy: Candy corn.. yes I mean it
Fun Fact: I grew up helping out on my Mennonite cousins’ farms. I even helped a few cows give birth.
Seth H.
Born in South Texas, Seth moved to Florida to race in Palm Beach. After two seasons on the track, Seth retired to Sarasota, where he now lives with his mommy Dr. Hendershot and his much shorter sister Piper the dachshund.
Seth enjoys chasing (but not returning) balls, long walks, and coming to Brandt every day to see all of his favorite people and furry friends.
Morgan C.
Morgan was Brandt Veterinary Clinic’s official greeter and mascot, and he took his job very seriously. Morgan was a Lab-Chow mix (as best we can figure) and loved coming to work every day.
Morgan would likely come to greet you and your pet because he believed everyone was his friend! Morgan had his own special treats up front, he had a food allergy, and he could be very persistent if he thought you’d give him a treat!
When Morgan was not busy greeting our clients, he enjoyed napping, running on the beach, and rolling in the grass. He had Adequan and laser therapy to thank for his ability to continue running and playing like a dog half his age!After a two-year battle with cancer, Morgan passed away on 12/22/16.
We proudly serve the pets of Nokomis, FL, and the surrounding communities.
There is no question too big or too small. If you need anything at all for your pet, please use the information below to contact us immediately.
Contact
Phone: 941-485-1555
Email: wecare4pets@brandtvetclinic.com
Hours
Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Sun: Closed
Location
Nokomis, FL, 34275
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