Meet the Team

Dr. Hale has been a NM transplant for the last ten years and has worked for Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Services of NM as well as Thrive Healthcare of Albuquerque.

Cayla has been with Monte Vista Pet Lodge since its opening in 2018. Beginning her veterinary career in 2013 and has experience in general practice and exotic medicine.

Joining the Monte Vista team in early 2021, Kasandra loves all animals, big and small. She has 3 beautiful fur babies of her own and has experience with not only cats and dogs, but exotics as well. In her spare time, she enjoys playing video games, drawing, and watching movies.

MaKayla joined Monte Vista Pet Lodge in July of 2022. She enjoys taking care of all animals and is excited for a lifelong career in animal care. In her spare time Makayla enjoys playing video games, sewing, crafting, and playing with her own pets Cesar (seen here) and Ferris the ferret!

Joining the MVPL team in summer of 2022, Mia has worked in the animal care industry for 7 years and enjoyed every second. In her spare time, she enjoys running, rock climbing, and reading.

Aby joined the Monte Vista Team in June 2022. She is a college student majoring in Earth and Planetary Science and loves working with animals. She enjoys spending time with her fur babies and ball python as well as playing Dungeons and Dragons.

Joining MVPL in 2019 Xavier has been in the animal care industry for 7 years and has 3 dogs and 2 cats of his own. In his spare time, he enjoys abstract painting, reading, watching shows, and baking.