Our People | Augusta Regional SPCA Animal Shelter Staff & Board

Our People | Augusta Regional SPCA

The Heart of Our Local Animal Shelter

Behind every rescued pet, every adoption, and every spay/neuter clinic service, there is a team of passionate, dedicated people. At Augusta Regional SPCA, our Board of Directors, shelter employees, and clinic staff work tirelessly to ensure dogs, cats, rabbits, and other companion animals receive the highest level of care while awaiting loving homes.

Board of Directors

Our volunteer board provides leadership, guidance, and vision to help us grow as a trusted local animal shelter and adoption center.

Janet Knecht – President
Andrea Kurland – Vice President
Karla Pitsenberger – Treasurer
Laura Pittkin – Secretary

Board Members:

Brooke Anderson, Jessica Boardman, John Krall, Susie Coburn, David Moore, Carrie Wood, John Rorrer, Brittney Patterson, Deanna Lotts

Shelter Employees

Our compassionate shelter team provides daily care, medical attention, and love to adoptable pets while guiding families through the SPCA adoption process.

Beth Dickerson – Executive Director
Peyton Sykes – Shelter Receptionist
Natalie Gale – Shelter Receptionist
Stacey Moran – Accounting Specialist
Julie Trimble – Kennel Manager
Kylie Panter – Animal Caretaker
Emma Robertson – Animal Caretaker
Evan Carberry – Animal Caretaker
Honey Matava – Animal Caretaker

Spay/Neuter Clinic Staff

Our spay and neuter clinic provides essential veterinary services to reduce pet overpopulation and keep animals healthy. This skilled medical team delivers safe, compassionate surgical care to cats and dogs throughout Augusta County and surrounding areas.

Dr. Susan Rieser – Veterinarian in Charge
Crystal Acord – Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Teresa Slack – Veterinary Assistant
Carmen Jones – Veterinary Assistant
Shaylee Smith – Veterinary Assistant
Crystal Via – Clinic Receptionist

Committed to Animal Welfare

Together, our Board, shelter employees, and clinic staff work tirelessly to ensure every animal receives ethical, compassionate treatment. They help our local animal adoption programs connect pets with the best families, keep our spay/neuter clinics affordable and accessible, and maintain our nearby animal shelter as a safe haven for pets in need.

With their expertise and dedication, the Augusta Regional SPCA is able to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome hundreds of pets each year.