Dr. Charles Coleman

Dr. Coleman opened the Coleman Animal Health Center (formerly Coleman Veterinary Clinic) in July of 1978.  He practices integrative veterinary medicine blending conventional western medicine with alternative and complementary (holistic) therapies.  He is an Animal Chiropractor, certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association.

Julie

Julie is our practice manager and has been with Coleman Animal Health Center for 28 years.  Julie is in charge of all the employees, ordering and keeping things running smoothly.  She is always there to help clients with their pet problems and to help make sure you and your special friend's experience is a pleasant one.

Karen

Karen is member of our sales team at Blylees.  She has been with Coleman Animal Health Center since 1992.  Her friendly way of dealing with our clients makes her a real asset to our office.

Deb

Deb is our Office Manager. She has been in the medical field for over 20 years. She is the first person to greet you as you walk in the door or when you call our office. She is there to give you a warm welcome and to help assure that "Your Pet's Best Health is Our Concern."

Tammy

Tammy is one of our client care specialists. She has had over 10 years of office experience. She is a long time animal lover and will make sure all your pets needs are met.

Carol

Carol has given dedicated service to Coleman Animal Health Center since 1988.   She is here to assist our doctors and technicians. She helps keep our office running smoothly.   Her primary job is to make your special family members comfortable while at our office.

Kim

Kim has been with Coleman Animal Health Center since 1996.  She is a licensed technician.  She also has a BS in Animal Science from Washington State University. Kim understands the importance of your special family members and she will take excellent care of them.  She is always there to help with any pet questions or problems so feel free to call her.

Brandie

Brandie is a Licensed Veterinary Technician and certified in massage and rehabilitation therapy.  She supervises our technical staff and plays an integral part in orchestrating an environment where your pet will be safe and well-cared for. She has been working in veterinary medicine since 1995, and lucky for us she's been with us since 2002.  She understands the human animal bond and will take extra special care of your family members.  She is always available to answer your questions.  Bring in your friend for a massage, they will love you for it.

Abby

Abby graduated from Central Washington University with a BS in Business.  She is our  bookkeeper and has been with us since May 2004.

JK

JK (Julie) is our Veterinary Assistant.  She came to us from a veterinary practice in Denver, Colorado. She assists both doctors and technicians to make sure your pet has the best care possible.

Jen

Jen is one of our technicians. She has been in the animal care field for 8 years and joined us in April 2007. Jen was born and raised in the Tri-Cities, and she enjoys spending time with family and anything outdoors.

Kerrie

Kerrie is one of our client care specialist. She is a local, born and raised in the Tri Cities. She comes to us with over 5 years of medical reception experience and has been with us since June 2007. She is one of the first smiling faces you will see when you walk in the door and is here to make sure that you receive the best care possible for your pet.   

Melissa

Melissa is one of our technicians. She is a local girl and has been with us since May 2007. Melissa has worked in the veterinary field for five and a half years. She loves all animals and can't wait to meet you!

Becky

Becky is a pet care specialist here at Coleman Animal Health Center. She loves animals and helps with all the boarders. She treats every animal as if it were her own. She dabbled in the medical field but decided that animals were her true forte. She plans to go to school to pursue a veterinary tech career in the future.

Kaylene

Kaylene has grown up in the Tri-Cities all her life. When she was a young girl, she decided she wanted to work with animals. She loves working with them and plans to get her AA as a veterinary technician. She has been working at Coleman Animal Health Center since November 2007 and absolutely loves it. She is thankful for the opportunity to learn under such skilled and friendly people.

Natalie

Natalie is back!  Natalie will be working with us part time at the front desk. She took a break for a few years to pursue other interests. She loves working with pets and will do all that she can to make sure that yours has a pleasant experience.

Jennifer

Jennifer is one of our product specialists here at Blylees.

Cherrise

Cherrise joined our team in the Spring of 2008. She is currently attending CBC to earn her AA and eventually wants to take courses towards becoming a veterinary technician. Cherrise loves animals and treats them as if they were her own.

Sonny

Sonny comes to us from a retail/customer service background. He is a client care specialist who has a great love of all pets.

Alan

Alan joined us as the Dog Daycare Manager in early 2007 in anticipation of the opening of the new facility. He has spent many hours volunteering with animal rescue groups and has visited children with his pet therapy dog in a "Read to the Dog" program in Oregon. Alan is always available to talk to you about dog behavior, upcoming training schedules, or any other concerns you may have.

Kelly

Kelly is the Assistant Manager here at Paw to Play Dog Daycare, since its opening in June 2007. She has worked hard to insure that all clients and dogs feel welcome. She enjoys the daily challenge of making sure each dog is happy and safe while they play or rest, just as she would do with her own beloved dogs.   

Dawn

Dawn started working with us at Paws to Play Dog Daycare in October 2007. She has very much enjoyed being around dogs again, as her son has allergies to pets, so the family could no longer include a furry friend. Dawn has learned a great deal from this experience and proves to be a great addition to our team.

BlyLee

12/5/99 - 3/22/08

Employee, loyal friend, constant companion, greeter and teacher—left us on March 22, 2008, due to an inoperable brain-stem tumor.  She enjoyed very much the affection and attention that you, our clients, showed her over the past eight years.  She was an important part of our lives and our team here at the Coleman Animal Health Center and BlyLee’s Animal Health Oasis.  We were all very blessed to have had her in our lives.

Buckwheat

When you come in our office you may be greeted by an orange furball named Buckwheat.  He's been a part of our office staff for 9 years.  He enjoys all creatures great and small that walk through our door.