Meet the Staff

Name Photo Position About
Pamela Echterling veterinarian

Dr. Pamela Echterling graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri, in 1974 and practiced in St. Louis County before starting her practice in St. Charles County in 1977. She is a member of local, city and state veterinary associations.

She enjoys retrieving classes with her Lab, Force and hopes to do dock diving with her Goldendoodle, Thelonious Monk. Ruthie is an Oriental Short Hair.

Kelly Brister veterinarian Dr. Kelly Brister graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University in 1993. She is a member of various local, state and national veterinary associations.

She is married and lives in St. Charles County with her two sons. She is an active member of her church and youth football.

Her family pets include two Terriers, Honey Bun & Thunder and a cat, Sarge.

Connie receptionist Hello, my name is Connie, and I have worked at Cave Springs Animal Hospital for 20 years. It is wonderful to meet and greet long time clients, new clients, and their special family members.

Samson, my little Shih-tzu, wants you to know that the doctors, technicians, and receptionists are great. Also, the shots only hurt a little bit.

Gaye bookkeeper

Hi, my name is Gaye, and I have been the bookkeeper since September 2003.

While I rarely interact with the clients, I love animals and currently have a Sheltie Sheepdog named Frankie Lyn. Frankie is my constant companion and confidant and just fun to have around.

I thoroughly enjoy working with my fellow staff members and our doctors and know you and your pet will feel at home here as well.

Tami receptionist

Hi, my name is Tami, and I have worked at Cave Springs Animal Hospital 14 years. As a receptionist, I enjoy being the first person to greet the clients and their pets and strive to make it a pleasant experience here, letting them know we truly care about their pet's health.

My four-legged family consists of two Whippets, Dasher and Rudy.

Joann receptionist

My name is Joann, and I have been a medical receptionist for 38 years. The last eleven years have been with Cave Springs Animal Hospital.

My Grand-Dog, Gracie is a 4 year old Boston Terrier. She spends time with me when her parents are out-of-town and is great company.

Working with animals has been very rewarding.

Karen receptionist Hi, my name is Karen, and I've been a receptionist at Cave Springs Animal Hospital for 15 years. I love the connection that we have with our clients and their pets.

I have one Jack Russell Terrier, Darby. I also have six cats, Alex, Boo, Gray, Kona, Meli, and Spinks.

Toni technician

My name is Toni. I'm a technician at Cave Springs Animal Hospital. I am a graduate from the Vet Tech Institute at Hickey.

I enjoy working here with the great staff and can't wait to get to know you and your pets.

My family includes my fiancé Jack, a black Lab named Remington, a Great Dane named Leo, and two cats, Puff and Iris.

Courtney technician

My name is Courtney. I am a graduate from the Vet Tech Institute at Hickey College. I live in St. Charles County.

I have two Pitbulls, Roxy and Benny and an orange tabby cat, Oscar.

Abby office pet

Hi, my name is Abby. I am an Abyssinian, and I live at Cave Springs Animal Hospital. I am shy, but aren't I as cute as a button.

Chocolate Mousse office pet

My name is Mousse, and I'm an Exotic Short Hair. Please stop by and visit me. I love the attention!

"I am indeed a cat, and this indeed is a hat." from "Cat in the Hat" by Dr. Seuss