Meet Our Team

Dr. Neilan Snowden

Veterinarian

Dr. Snowden grew up in Portland, Oregon, and attended Central Catholic High School. After high school, Dr. Snowden attended University of Colorado in Boulder. After receiving his Bachelor of Science, he worked as a Veterinary Technician at North Boulder Companion Animal Hospital. That experience led to him pursuing a degree in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery at Massey University in New Zealand.

His first goal in patient care is to be kind and help animals to trust him. It is a lofty goal, since most pets hate going to the vet. The hardest part of the job is a physical exam. A good exam is the foundation for figuring out the problem or the issues pets are coping with. If an animal can leave the clinic happy and a have plan to make them healthy, we did something right. That is the best part of his workday.

His free time is spent with his wife Caitlin endlessly chasing around their three wonderful, wild, and fun children. Their daughter wants to become a “kitty vet.” Their middle son wants to drive excavators and their youngest can make just about anyone smile. They have 2 dogs, a golden retriever named Indy, a cavalier King Charles named Truckee, and 2 cats named Miso and Sushi.

Dr. Monica Townsend

Veterinarian

Dr. Townsend graduated Summa Cum Laude from Washington State University in 1985. She started Camas Washougal Animal Hospital the same year, practicing out of her home before moving to the current location in 1991.

She prides herself in caring for and helping to ease pain and problems in the animals she cares for. She also enjoys helping the owners to understand the care of their animals and to let them know that she cares about both the animal and the person.

In her free time, she takes care of her animals: cows, horses, goats, chickens, ducks, dogs, and cats. She enjoys spending time in her garden and with her family. She has 5 wonderful children and 12 grandchildren and counting…

Dr. Theresa Kokta

Veterinarian

Dr. Kokta is a Washougal Native and graduated from Washington State University in 2009. She has been practicing here at Camas Washougal Animal Hospital since Graduating from Veterinary school. Dr. Kokta also runs a mobile large animal practice.
She prides herself in providing care so pets can live long, healthy lives. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outside, hiking, and horseback riding.

Trina

Veterinary Assistants

Bio Coming Soon!

Bethani

Veterinary Assistants

Bethani has been working at CWAH for the last 6 years. When it comes to taking care of patients, she enjoys being the person who can help provide hope and reassurance when people and pets come in feeling scared. It feels good to see people come in uneasy and leave smiling about their pet’s health.

In her free time, she loves spending time at home outside in her garden and with her animals. In bad weather, she likes to be in her kitchen trying new recipes.

Jessica

Veterinary Assistants

Jessica has been working at CWAH for 7 years. She attended Washougal High School, Clark College, and Washington State University.

When it comes to taking care of patients, she prides herself on being knowledgeable and compassionate. She possesses a calming presence, is detail-oriented, is an effective communicator, and is proficient in technical skills.

In her free time, she likes to spend time with her family and dogs, participating in athletic activities such as yoga and jiu-jitsu. She enjoys traveling, playing and listening to music, knitting, reading, and learning.

Latonya

Veterinary Assistants

Latonya has been working at CWAH for the last 10 years. She attended
Washougal High School and International Air Academy, and completed Vet Technician Training through Banfield Animal Hospital. When it comes to veterinary medicine and or taking care of patients, she prides myself in providing care, compassion, and education to pets and clients.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children and fostering children with behavioral issues due to trauma. She enjoys riding horses, traveling, and crocheting.

Leann

Veterinary Assistants

Leann has been working at the CWAH for the last 30 years.

She prides herself on helping and caring for animals. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and grandkids and hiking and sewing. She also enjoys walking with her dog and husband.

Lynn

Veterinary Assistants

Lynn attended Portland State University.

When it comes to taking care of patients, she feels that she is a good support to both her team and all her patients.

In her free time, she enjoys yoga, walking in the woods with her dogs, reading, gardening, and watching basketball.

Megan

Veterinary Assistants

Megan attended Washington State University and Clark College. She received her Technician License at Ashworth College.

In her work, she prides herself in building relationships with patients and providing quality care.

In her free time, she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Reece

Business Manager

He has been working at CWAH as a manager for 12 years. Where did you go to school: Gonzaga University. In his free time he enjoys being active outdoors and adventuring with his three (almost 4) kids and wife. He loves playing golf and basketball.

Mary

Receptionists

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to vet med and/or taking care of your patients? Providing friendly greetings at the counter, phone or room. keeping the stress down for clients, pets and co-workers. Multi tasking with accuracy, making sure clients go away with satisfaction after visits.
What do you like to do in your free time? I enjoy golf, horseback riding, going to the beach, music, playing with my grandson and traveling.

Lynne

Receptionists

She has been working as a receptionist at CWAH since 2008. In her free time she likes to camp with her horses and trail riding as well as jewelry making.

Amy

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Amy attended Washougal High School, Clark College, and Boise State University. She has been working at CWAH for the last 3 years.

When it comes to caring for patients, she takes pride in making clients and patients feel comfortable and welcomed as well as providing the best care. She loves forming relationships with patients and watching them grow and heal.

In her free time, she loves to go boating when it is nice outside, as well as hiking with her 2-year-old Golden Retriever named Rory. She also loves going to any concert or music festival.

Aubrey

Receptionists

Aubrey attended Washougal High school and Ashworth College. After graduating, she began working for CWAH and has been working as a receptionist for the last 3 years.

When it comes to working in veterinary medicine, she prides herself in helping those who aren’t able to help themselves. She enjoys bringing peace of mind to patients and their families.

In her free time, she enjoys cooking, cleaning, yoga, and taking care of her plants and critters.

Deb

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Deb graduated from Seattle Pacific University and has been working at CWAH for the last 9 years.

Deb loves what she does. She loves animals big and small as well as helping others.

In her free time, she loves God’s creatures, both animals and humans. She also enjoys riding horses.

Kim

Receptionists

Kim has been with CWAH for the last 4 years.

In her free time, she enjoys taking care of all her creatures at home, human and animal. She enjoys riding and taking care of her plants.

Linnea

Veterinary Assistant

Linnea began volunteering at CWAH at age 12 and continued throughout her high school years. She has been employed at CWAH for 7 years.

She prides herself on being kind, patient, and compassionate. She takes pride in her work and connecting with the community. She has loved animals her entire life and enjoys working with them.

She is an avid adventurer and enjoys going on dual-sport motorcycle expeditions. She and her family enjoy camping, skiing, and hiking, and have had the opportunity to visit all continents except for Antarctica. Unfortunately, She lost her oldest son, Zain in 2021 to a rare form of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. As a result, she is committed to dedicating her efforts to raising awareness, funding, and research for pediatric cancer. Find more information about the foundation and their mission at www.thezainjustisfoundation.org

Sarah

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Sarah has been working at CWAH for 1 year.

Sarah describes her work in 3 words: She loves animals. Being able to make a client and their pet have a pleasant experience is always her goal. Every situation is different and, above all, she must be kind and understanding.

In her free time, she loves taking her dogs for walks in nature and cuddling her adorable cat. She enjoys reading and doing crafts like cross stitch and diamond painting.

Mindy

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Mindy has been working at CWAH for the last 3 years.

When it comes to working with patients, she enjoys working with the clients and animals. In her free time, she enjoys riding touring motorcycles, horse riding, sewing, and skiing. And to top off the list is being with her grandkids!