Dr. Larry Cooper
Dr. Cooper is the owner of Pasquotank Animal Hospital and has been practicing for over 40 years in veterinary medicine. He completed his undergraduate degree at North Carolina State University and DVM at the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia. He is an active board member at MidAtlantic Christian University. His hobbies include fishing and spending time with his family. Dr. Cooper has four children and six grandchildren.
Dr. Carolyn Gilliland
Dr. Gilliland is a native to Tennessee. She attended Tennessee Tech undergrad and University of Tennessee vet school, graduated in 1984. Started her veterinary career in Chesapeake VA. Later moved and practiced in Northern Virginia for 5 years, then moved back to North Carolina. Add being a librarian to her skill set among other great qualities. She has become proficient in fear free exams. Addresses medical diagnosis clearly and constructively that the owner has no problems comprehending. Dr. Gilliland takes her time and is very thorough with each of her patients. Preventive care, client relationships, contributing to a beloved family members health and long-life span is her favorite things. Began with Pasquotank Animal Hospital in October of 2020. Spends her spare time with her husband and four cats. We are so lucky to have found such a wonderful veterinarian.
Dr. Blake Lucas
Dr. Lucas has recently joined us as Pasquotank Animal Hospital. He is a new graduate who started practicing veterinary medicine in February of 2020. He completed his Bachelor of Animal Science at the University of Massachusetts where he was a kicker on the football team for 4 years. He completed his DVM at Ross University and finished his clinical year at the University of Florida. Dr. Lucas enjoys fitness, boating, spending time with his 2 cats, and playing sports.
Dr. Renee Akins
Dr. Renee Akins grew up in the mountains of North Georgia and has always enjoyed working with animals. She obtained her degree from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2012 and has worked in both large and small animal, general practice and emergency medicine. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, but has an affinity for surgery.
Dr. Akins love spending time outdoors, usually at the beach and exploring the waterways by kayak. When it’s not beach or kayak weather, she enjoys spending time at the movies.
She is looking forward to meeting you and helping your fur friends live long, healthy lives.
Jordan- Animal Nurse
Jordan has been in the veterinary field for 5 years and is a Tampa,Florida native. She shares a home with her husband who is in the Coast Guard, 3 dogs, 5 cats, and a horse named Chucky. During her free time, she enjoys gardening, archery, photography, and hunting.
Traci- Head Nurse (Captain-CHS)
Traci has been in the veterinary field for 7 years, but has been an employee here at our facility for 5 years. She is a Weeksville local that enjoys spending time with her fiance, 2 children, and 2 dogs. She also enjoys outdoor activities during her free time.
Diana- Animal Nurse
Diana has been in the veterinary field for 8 years. She is originally from Wilson, NC and is married with 1 child, 2 dogs, 7 cats, fish, and snails. She enjoys gardening and spending time with her family during her free time.
Jennifer- Practice Manager
Jennifer is originally from Maryland but has lived here for 15 years. She is married with 6 dogs, 11 chickens and 1 rooster. She has worked in the veterinary field for 15 years. She enjoys going on long hikes with her dogs and observing nature at its finest. In her spare time, she loves fostering Brittany Spaniels through NBRAN.
Jenny- Head Nurse (Captain-CHS)
Jenny is a Hertford, NC local that has worked in the veterinary field for 6 years. She is married to a machinery technician in the Coast Guard with 9 cats and 1 mastiff. She enjoys playing with her cats, working out, gardening during her free time.
Courtney- Animal Nurse
Courtney is a Camden, NC local that has been in the veterinary field for 4 years. She has 1 dog and 3 cats. In her spare time, she enjoys binge watching Netflix and traveling.
Dan- Nurse Assistant
Dan is a Virginia Beach, VA local and is retired, but found interest in the veterinary field and has been a part of our team for a year now. He has 8 cats and enjoys reading and watching TV.
Haleigh- Receptionist
Haleigh, orginally from Alaska, moved to North Carolina in the summer of 2019. She has been in the veterinary field 3 years. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her 2 dogs, gardening, and assisting her boyfriend in dog training.
Jami- Receptionist
Jami is a New York native who has lived in Creswell, NC for 5 years. She has been in the veterinary field for 3 years. She has 1 daughter and 2 dogs. In her spare time she enjoys crafts, working out, and spending time with family.
Leslie- Animal Nurse
Leslie is a Texas native who is attending the Veterinary Technology program at Tidewater Community College. Leslie has been in the veterinary field for 1 year. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Colleen is an Elizabeth City native who has been in the veterinary field for 4 years. She has 5 dogs, 4 cats, 1 hamster, and 2 bunnies. In her free time, Colleen enjoys nature walks, staying at home, and spending time with her pets.
Shannon is Virginia native who has lived in North Carolina for 4 years. She has been in the veterinary field for 1 year. She has 2 dogs. In her spare time, she enjoys kayaking, camping, and spending time with family. She is a senior in high school who aspires to become a veterinarian.
Brittany- Kennel Technician
Brittany is an Elizabeth City native who has been in the veterinary field for 2 years. She has 2 dogs, 1 cat, and 2 geckos. In her free time she enjoys being outside.
Heather- Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Heather is a Hertford, NC local that has worked in the veterinary field for 1 year. She attended the Veterinary Medical Technology program through Central Carolina Community college. In her spare time she enjoys crafts, fishing, and spending time with her rescue kitty Graycie.
