Barbara L.

Barbara L.

About
Graduated from: Pima Medical Institute
Service area: , Arizona
Years of professional experience: 10
Travels for house calls: 65 miles
I am a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician with over 10 years of hands-on experience in providing exceptional care for a variety of animal species. Adept in assisting veterinarians with medical procedures, managing patient care, and performing diagnostic tests, I am committed to delivering top-tier support to both animals and their owners. Key Skills & Expertise: Clinical Proficiency:Extensive experience in performing lab tests, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and emergency care. Skilled in diagnostic imaging, venipuncture, and surgical preparation. Patient Care:Expertise in administering medications, managing treatment plans, and providing pre- and post-operative care. Able to work with animals of all sizes and temperaments with a calm, compassionate approach. Client Education:Very Passionate about educating pet owners on preventive health care, behavior management, and dietary recommendations. Strong communication skills to help build long lasting relationship.

Services Offered
24‑Hour In‑Home Overnight Sitting
In‑Home Overnight‑Only Sitting
Medical Drop‑in Visit (60 min)
Medical Daytime Care
Vet Appointment Transport
Routine Drop-In or Walking
Routine Day Care: Full Day (In-Home)
Routine Sitting (24-hours)
Routine Sitting (Overnight)
Routine Day Care: Half Day (In-Home)
Medical Day Care: Half Day (In-Home)
Medical Day Care: Half Day (Provider's Home)
Medical Day Care: Full Day (Provider's Home)
Pet Transportation (Round Trip)
Pet Transportation (One way)
Service Protection Coverage

Pets and services are protected when booking through VetterCare.

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Hourly availability on 2026-02-15
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Licensing
Veterinary Technician Specialties
Anesthesia & Analgesia Emergency & Critical Care Dentistry Internal Medicine

Competencies
General Medical Care
Administering medications (oral, topical, injectable)
Vital sign assessment
Post-op monitoring & wound care
Anal gland expression (Internal)
Anal gland expression (External)
Pain assessment
Recognizing medical abnormalities/emergencies
Skin, Ear & Eye Care
Food & environmental allergies
Skin infections
Immunotherapy injections
Ear infection treatment & ear cleaning
Ocular conditions and administering topical medications
Digestive Health
Pancreatitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Megaesophagus
Food Allergies
Gastroenteritis
Constipation/Obstipation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)
Orthopedic/Neurological Support
Arthritis & chronic pain management
Post-surgical support (e.g. IVDD, Cruciate, hip, fracture repair)
Wound management
Physical therapy
Bladder expression
Seizure disorders
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Conditions
Heart disease (general monitoring)
Congestive heart failure support
Hypertension monitoring
Feline Asthma
Chronic bronchitis
Tracheal collapse
Pneumonia recovery support
Metabolic & Endocrine Conditions
Cushings/Addisons Disease
Diabetes management/monitoring
Hyperthyroidism/Hypothyroidism
Subcutaneous fluid administration
Urinary Tract Health
Feline Idiopathic cystitis
Administering subcutaneous fluids
Bladder palpation

Special Skills & Certifications
Skills
Handling anxious or aggressive pets
First aid & CPR for pets
Hospice & end-of-life support
Client education

Preferences
Dog Sizes
0-15 lbs (Toy/Small Breeds)
16-40 lbs (Medium Breeds)
41-100 lbs (Large Breeds)
100+ lbs (Giant Breeds)
Cat Preferences
Adult Cats (1-7 years)
Senior Cats (7+ years)
Behavior & Temperament Comfort Level
Comfortable with shy/nervous pets
Comfortable with high-energy pets
Comfortable with pets that require special handling (e.g., fear-aggressive, anxious)
Hourly availability on 2026-02-15
  • No availability set for this day.