BenDetta Dickerson, DVM graduated from Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, in 1996. She wanted to be a veterinarian since she was 8 years old. She comes from a background of small animal medicine with an emphasis in both exotic animals and pocket pets.

Although BenDetta was born in Stamford, CT, she lived in Seattle for most of her life and is the oldest of four children. She graduated from Cleveland High School and has worked in veterinary medicine off and on since she was 17 years old. She has worked at both daytime practices and at an emergency clinic. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from WSU. She did, however, take a break from veterinary medicine to work in the legal field. She worked in both litigation and bankruptcy before applying to veterinary school.

Her two large dogs and geriatric cat take up most of her spare time. She enjoys reading mysteries, cooking, and watching her favorite show ("Monk") on television. She is also in the process of writing a cookbook. 

Idaliz Pérez-Valentín, DVM received her veterinary degree from Ross University of Veterinary Medicine with completion of the clinical year at Washington State University. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico where she obtained a bachelor degree in Veterinary Technology.

She has resided in the Northwest since April 2010 with her two Shih Tzu’s. Her hobbies include hiking, wildlife viewing and dancing. Currently she hopes to learn to ski. Dr. Perez also speaks fluent Spanish. 

Lindsey Waffle, DVM was raised with her two sisters in Kent, WA and attended Kentridge High School.  She went on to college at Washington State University receiving a Bachelors degree in Animal Science and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in May 2007.  After graduating she decided to focus primarily on equine medicine (horses).  She went to Scottsdale, AZ for a one year internship at an equine hospital.  She then moved to Portland, OR and worked at an ambulatory practice for 3 years before deciding to change her focus to small animals and working for Vets For Less Animal Clinic.

Her time is spent with her husband Ryan, their dogs Remington (German Shorthair Pointer) and Taffy (Pharaoh Hound - Staffordshire Terrier), her family and their horses.  She enjoys going hiking, camping, boating, horse back riding, walks with their dogs and watching movies.

Erin Donovan, DVM  graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She grew up outside Memphis, Tennessee and moved to the Pacific Northwest shortly after graduation in 2009.  She worked for Banfield in Puyallup for 2 years before joining Vets For Less.

 Outside of work, Erin enjoys reading, movies, concerts, hiking, cooking, traveling, and camping.  Erin lives in Tacoma with her husband Michael, their two dogs Celia and Roxanne, and their two cats Snickers and Bella. 

April Champagne, Clinic Business Administrator - April is our Clinic Business Administrator and has over 5 years of prior finance experience in the insurance industry and 10 years administrative experience.  She received her MBA in 2007 from the University of Phoenix, Washington Campus. April grew up in the south end and recently bought a condo in Federal Way, Washington.

In her free time, she likes to entertain friends, and pamper her female Miniature Schnauzer named Snickers.  Her hobbies include fitness, making jewelry, knitting, crocheting, and camping.

Heather Castle, Accounting Assistant - Heather works as our part-time Accounting Assistant. Prior to joining Vets For Less she worked for 4 years as a bookkeeper for two Chiropractic clinics.  She has taken Accounting classes at Highline College, and spent four years as a foster parent. 

When not at work, Heather is a soccer mom to her two wonderful children, Caelan and Payton.  Heather has four dogs, Chihuahuas Bella and Jazzy, a Bulldog named Tuffy, and a Cocker Spaniel named Chloe.

Jennifer Morris, LVT and Personnel Manager - Jennifer is a Licensed Veterinary Technician who graduated from the veterinary technician program at Pierce College in 2001. She joined Vets For Less in April 2009.

Jennifer has worked in the veterinary field for over 15 years. Her hobbies include running, biking, fishing, and camping with her husband. She has three cats, two females named Goldie and Tina and one male named Kruger.

Sara (Jen) Cook, LVT - Jen is a Licensed Veterinary Technician.  She joined the Vets For Less team following her graduation from the Veterinary Technology program at the PIMA Medical Institute in Renton, WA in 2010.

In her free time Jen enjoys golfing, off-roading, and hiking with her Pitbull/Mastiff mix Angel.  She also owns two Ball Pythons, Isis and Pissy, and an Albino Rat named Cleatis.

Ashley Stanton, LVT - Ashley is a Licensed Veterinary Technician. She graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at the PIMA Medical Institute in Renton, WA in September 2010.

Ashley enjoys playing soccer, swimming, and attending barbeques with her friends and family.  She owns four cats, Kitty, Miley, Ellie, and Winston.

Debbie

Debbie is a Veterinary Assistant and registered Veterinary Medication Clerk. She has worked for Vets For Less, Inc since November 2000, and has worked at this Federal Way clinic since its opening day in June 2004. She has five wonderful children, three dogs, five cats, and a cockatiel.

Sara M.

Sara is a Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Receptionist, and registered Veterinary Medication Clerk. She started working in pet retail stores in 2005 and has been exclusively in veterinary medicine since 2008. Sara has a ball python, two bearded dragons, three cats, one dog, and one fish.

Shelly

Shelly is a Veterinary Receptionist, Veterinary Assistant, and registered Veterinary Medication Clerk.  She graduated from Washington State University in 2009 with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, and had 5 years prior experience in veterinary assisting.  Shelly enjoys scrapbooking, reading, camping, and cooking.  She has a Maltese-Yorkie mix named Jager, and an orange shorthaired cat named Gato.

Christine G.

Christine is a Veterinary Receptionist, Veterinary Assistant and registered Veterinary Medication Clerk, and has worked in the veterinary profession since 2009.  She is currently taking pre-vet courses at Highline Community College.  Christine has a snowshoe mix cat named Mina.  In her free time she likes to hike, and play racquetball with her fiancée.

Amy

Amy is a Veterinary Receptionist.  Prior to joining Vets For Less, Amy worked for two years in a clinical setting specializing in massage therapy.  She is currently enrolled in Green River Community College, taking classes towards an associates degree in Business Administration.  Amy enjoys reading, sewing, paper crafts, and woodworking, and spending time with her fiancée, Aaron. Amy has a Boxer named Bella, and an orange tabby cat named Nibbler.  

Sarah T.

Sarah is a Veterinary Assistant. She has an associates degree from Green River Community College and has been involved with animals her entire life.  As a child she rescued every stray animal she could find, and read every animal book she could get her hands on at the local library.   In her spare time Sarah enjoys reading, photography, sports and cooking.  On her days off she enjoys camping and hiking, enjoying all that nature has to offer. 

Alissa

Alissa is a Veterinary Assistant.  She graduated from Washington State University in 2011 with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, and has worked since 2009 in veterinary medicine.  Alissa enjoys reading, fitness, knitting, and jewelry making.  She has a grey and white cat named Indigo.