Dr. Dalzell is a Florida native who lives in Brooksville with her husband, Kelly, son Liam, daughter Kate, and dog, Paisley. Dr. Dalzell graduated in 2014 from St. George’s University and did her clinical year at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She wanted to be a veterinarian as a young girl but changed her mind after James Herriot was bitten by a cat in an episode of All Creatures Great and Small. After graduating from Eckerd College and trying multiple careers, she adopted an Australian Shepherd to try her hand at agility. She loved her dog and had a passion for health and wellness so veterinary work seemed like the logical next step. She sought out a job as a veterinary technician at Barsch Animal Clinic in Tampa. A few years later her mentor, Dr. Barsch, told her it was time to apply to veterinary school. So she did. After graduation, she worked in Tallahassee as an emergency veterinarian where she met her now-husband, Kelly, who was in the Army. They eventually moved to Georgia and later, North Dakota, and then to Delaware. When Kelly retired in late 2021, they decided to move back to Florida to be close to family.
Dr. Liz Dalzell
Veterinarian
Dr. Dalzell, a Florida native, lives in Brooksville with her husband, Kelly, their two children, and dog, Paisley. She earned her DVM from St. George's University in 2014, completing her clinical year at Auburn University. Inspired by her love of animals and guided by a veterinary mentor, she pursued her passion after first exploring other careers. Dr. Dalzell began in emergency medicine and has practiced in several states before returning to Florida in 2021 to be closer to family.
Other Team Members:
Dr. Carolyn Kohn
Veterinarian
Dr. Carolyn Kohn has over 20 years of veterinary experience and cares for a wide range of patients, including exotics, birds, and reptiles - but not spiders or venomous species. She shares her home with four cats and a 20-year-old macaw, and enjoys crafting, kayaking, reading, and video games in her free time.
Dr. Melissa Rivera
Veterinarian
Dr. Rivera, a 2020 graduate of Lincoln Memorial University, has worked with animals since 1991. Fluent in Spanish, she is passionate about serving the Spanish-speaking community. She lives with her boyfriend, son, two cats, and five dogs, and enjoys reading and gardening.