Dr. Marci Linett
DVM – Owner
Dr. Marci Linett has always had a deep love for animals and veterinary medicine. Growing up in her father’s veterinary hospital, she knew she would follow in his footsteps and become a veterinarian. Dr. Linett attended UC Davis for both her undergraduate and graduate studies, earning a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a focus on Ethology, the study of animal behavior, and later a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. She has experience with a wide range of animals, including small pets, large animals, and wildlife.
After graduation, Dr. Linett moved to Washington to join her father and his two partners in opening and managing two small animal clinics. In 2010, she sold her share of these practices and relocated to the Sacramento area to be closer to family and friends.
In July 2011, Dr. Linett opened Mercy Pet Hospital of Citrus Heights, followed by Mercy Pet Hospital of Fair Oaks in February 2015. She is passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care to the pets of Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, and the surrounding communities. Her professional interests include small animal internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, and building long-term relationships with her clients and their pets.
Dr. Linett loves to teach and mentor fellow veterinarians and students, especially in the operating room! We will occasionally have veterinary students working with our doctors at both locations. Dr. Linett has also been a Co-Facillitator, teaching a class called Healer’s Art to veterinary students at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine for the last several years.
Outside of work, Dr. Linett enjoys spending time with her family and pets. Skiing is her favorite activity, both at resorts and climbing up mountains to ski down them (yes, she finds that fun!) She also enjoys trail running, hiking, SUP, kayaking, and watching movies.
Dr. Linett is an active member of the Sacramento Valley Veterinary Medical Association (SVVMA), the Sacramento Valley Veterinary Medical Association Charitable Giving Committee, the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), and American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Lic. VET 16412
Dr. Caitlyn Lennon
DVM
Dr. Lennon knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from the age of five when she could properly pronounce the word. Growing up in Palm Springs, California, she spent her childhood riding horses and bringing home various stray animals, including dogs, kittens, and even snakes. Dr. Lennon completed her undergraduate degree in Animal Science at UC Davis, where she was active on the Equestrian Team and in the Vet Aide Club. Seeking more experience in a veterinary hospital, she began her career at Mercy Pet Hospital, starting at the front desk on its opening day and eventually becoming a veterinary technician.
Dr. Lennon was later accepted into the College of Veterinary Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. During veterinary school, she developed a passion for shelter and community medicine, serving as president of the student chapter of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians. She participated in wellness and preventative clinics in Nicaragua with World Vets and in Mexico. Graduating with honors, Dr. Lennon is thrilled to work at the same hospital where her career began. As the Medical Director, she enjoys developing new and updated protocols and procedures for the clinic.
Her special interests include dentistry and internal medicine. Dr. Lennon has five dogs and three cats and enjoys spending time with her husband and children on their small farm, which is home to horses, goats, chickens, and ducks.
Lic. VET 21526
Dr. Emily Kian
DVM
Dr. Emily Kian, like many children, grew up with a love for all animals. Born in Northern California, she moved numerous times across the US with her parents but eventually returned to Sacramento towards the end of her high school years. Emily graduated from Chico State, her parents’ alma mater, with a bachelor’s degree in Conservation Biology. Although she initially considered a career in wildlife medicine, she discovered her true passion for small animal general practice while attending veterinary school at Western University in Southern California.
Emily is thrilled to be part of the Mercy Pet Hospital team, which allows her to work close to her husband. In her free time, she enjoys visiting local breweries, crafting, and spending time with family. Dr. Emily and her husband have two daughters, Lila and Claire. Their family also includes three fur babies: Cory (an Akita mix), Hazel (a doodle mix), and Addy (their “first baby,” a black cat).
Lic. VET 22898
Dr. Kelsey Woodson-Hill
DVM
Dr. Kelsey grew up in the Los Angeles area and has had a lifelong love for animals. Her family had a wide variety of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, hamsters, and guinea pigs. Surrounded by animals, she decided at an early age to become a veterinarian, and that dream never changed. She earned three associate degrees at El Camino Community College before transferring to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. While at Cal Poly, she served as the student manager of the on-site veterinary clinic and worked at the dairy and equine units. This experience led her to pursue a career in small animal medicine, and she completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis. She has a particular interest in animal behavior.
Dr. Kelsey is excited to be part of the team at Mercy Pet Hospital. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, swimming, cooking, and watching movies.
Lic. VET 24949
Dr. Amanda Manaster, DVM
DVM
Dr. Amanda Manaster grew up in Los Angeles with her pet tortoise, Leo (who still resides there), and her childhood dog, Hank. Like many in the industry, she wanted to be a vet for as long as she can remember. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Mount Holyoke College in Western Massachusetts, where she also played soccer. She then returned to California to complete her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis. During vet school, she devoted a significant amount of time to the Student Veterinary Emergency Response Team (sVERT), deploying behind fire lines and to evacuation shelters numerous times to aid in search and rescue and care for both owned and wild animals during the fire seasons of 2019-2022.
Her interests in veterinary medicine include preventative care, dermatology, and soft tissue surgery, but most importantly, building long-term relationships with her patients and clients. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, playing recreational soccer, skiing, and hiking.
Lic. VET 26882
Dr. Julianne Horner, DVM
DVM
Bio coming soon!
Lic. VET 26931
Danielle T.
Office Manager
Danielle has dedicated her entire adult life to veterinary health care and can’t imagine doing anything else. This has been her calling for 20 years. She spent 15 years as a veterinary technician, where she developed a deep love for the medical side of veterinary health care. Passionate about educating clients on health care and helping them care for their pets, Danielle transitioned her extensive knowledge from being a veterinary technician into roles in Human Resources and Hospital Management.
Danielle majored in psychology in college before pursuing veterinary medicine. She continues to take additional courses to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements, allowing her to better serve the hospital, community, and pets. She believes that animals deserve excellent medicine and quality care and that clients should always be offered the very best for their pets. Danielle is committed to treating each pet that comes into the hospital as if they were her own.
Outside of work, Danielle enjoys spending time with her wonderful kids and their small zoo of pets. Among them is Charlie Girl, a 6-year-old, 40-pound Shepherd who is an absolute sweetheart and a true rescue story. Another member of the family is Big Mack, a 4-year-old, 110-pound Rottweiler who loves playing with tennis balls and swimming in the pool. They also have Kitty Witty Westin, a 16-year-old cat with a cranky disposition who makes his own rules. Sal, a 13-year-old, 60-pound Sulcata Tortoise, is her favorite dinosaur and enjoys breaking into her garden to clear out the strawberries. The newest addition to their family is Tiny Tim, a 1-year-old Box Turtle who has quickly taken up residence in their hearts as the baby of the family.
Wendy M.
Inventory Manager
As Inventory Manager, Wendy loves working behind the scenes to ensure our hospitals are organized and well-stocked. She also enjoys helping out at reception and meeting all the different pet personalities! In her free time, Wendy loves going on road trips with her family and creating art. Her studio cat, Rosie, is always by her side, “supurrvising” every project!
Justyn M., RVT
Lead Registered Veterinary Technician
Bio Coming Soon!
DeAnna P.
Veterinary Technician
DeAnna was born and raised in Washington state and completed her Veterinary Assisting course at PIMA Medical Institute in 2006. She has been in the veterinary field ever since. DeAnna has a great love for all animals and has rescued many over the years. Her wonderful Yorkie, whom she rescued at 8 weeks old, stayed by her side for an amazing 11 years. She has also rescued other dogs and cats, fostering them until they were ready to be rehomed with their forever families. In addition to her work with animals, DeAnna became a mom to a wonderful son in 2012.
In March of 2020, at the cusp of the pandemic, DeAnna decided to move to sunny California with her family. Here, she reconnected with her previous mentor at Mercy Pet Hospital. Just before moving, she had rescued a 6-week-old DLH tuxedo kitty with a severely broken rear leg. With strict cage rest, this kitty made a full recovery and is now a healthy 2.5-year-old farm cat who loves to walk the farm with the family, chase birds, mice, and moles, play with his brother Ikaika, and enjoy the sunshine. Ikaika, a 7-year-old chihuahua/Jack Russell/Pit Bull mix from Hawaii, was injured badly as a pup but now spends his days in California chasing frisbees.
In her free time, DeAnna and her family love to go camping, take road trips, and ride dirt bikes.
Michelle V.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Michelle is a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant at Mercy Pet Hospital, bringing five years of experience in the veterinary field. She continually hones her skills and embraces new learning opportunities every day. Currently, Michelle is pursuing her undergraduate studies at Sacramento State College, a key step towards her ultimate goal of becoming a veterinarian.
Outside her professional and academic pursuits, Michelle enjoys playing golf and tennis and engaging in various physical activities. Despite her busy schedule, Michelle’s life is enriched by her two beloved rescue dogs, with hopes of welcoming more furry companions in the future.
Ashlie L.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Ashlie has been with Mercy Pet Hospital since 2020, building strong relationships with both her clients and the wonderful staff. Her passion for helping animals began in her youth, leading her to a career in the veterinary field. Currently, she is attending Sacramento State to earn her bachelor’s degree, with plans to transfer to UC Davis Veterinary School to major in veterinary medicine. At home, she enjoys the company of two Rottweilers, an energetic Lab mix, and a lively crested gecko. In her spare time, Ashlie loves hiking with her dogs by the river and experimenting with different art techniques.
Brittany W.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Brittany has been in the veterinary field for three years but has had a passion for animals from a young age. As a kid, she walked dogs and pet-sat for her neighbors and friends, which sparked her desire to continue working with animals as an adult. She has six dogs, as well as several cats, goats, and chickens. In her free time, she enjoys traveling.
Emily B.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Emily is excited and happy to serve you and your furry family members at Mercy Pet Hospital. She has had a passion for helping both wild and domestic animals from an early age. Fascinated by veterinary science, Emily believed that a career in this field would be fulfilling and align with her life’s purpose. She is deeply committed to helping clients provide the best possible care for their animal family members. Her Dalmatian, Orca, is her best friend and a huge part of her life.
Emily’s inspiration for entering the veterinary field began when she worked with wildlife for California State Parks in Half Moon Bay. While marine biology has been a significant part of her life, growing up around hunting dogs and family pets made her realize that a private animal practice might be a better fit for her. After finding her dog Orca, she knew it was time to transition into a career path focused on family pets.
In her free time, Emily enjoys hanging out with her two cats, a Siberian Husky, a Pomeranian, and, of course, her best bud Orca, also known as Orca the “dorca” or Muscle Butt (who never leaves her side!). She is grateful and humbled to serve the wonderful clients of Mercy Pet Hospital and looks forward to helping all clients and their fuzzy loved ones. If Emily could have any wish, it would be for our animal soulmates to be with us forever. Helping to connect medical veterinary science with keeping your family members together for a longer period fulfills her purpose. Being able to help humans connect with their pets in the medical field has been a dream come true for her!
Ruby T.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Ruby has been a vet assistant for over 2 years. She received her Associates Degree of Science in Veterinary Technology from Carrington College in 2022. For the future, she is planning on studying to become a registered RVT. She is always up for expanding her knowledge base and never shies away from a challenge. During her free time she loves going to trendy restaurants, concerts ,and spas. Ruby has 4 Yorkies named: Bonnie, Clyde, Coco and Chanel.
Marriah M.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Bio Coming Soon!
Joshuah
Kennel Assistant
Joshuah has been surrounded by animals his entire life, raising various species including turtles, goats, dogs, and cats. This deep connection with animals led him to pursue a career in the animal medical field. In July 2024, he started working as a Kennel Assistant at Mercy Pet Hospital, eager to learn and improve animal health. Joshuah is studying for his associate degree at American River College, with plans to transfer to a four-year university for further studies in animal science. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family and going on road trips.
Claudia H.
Lead Customer Care Representative
Claudia has been with Mercy for almost seven years. She was born in Daly City, in the Bay Area, but grew up in the coastal town of Half Moon Bay. From a young age, Claudia has had a deep love for animals, growing up with cats, dogs, and chickens. Her first job in a veterinary facility was in her hometown of Half Moon Bay, where she worked for about six months before an unexpected move to Sacramento due to family reasons.
Once in Sacramento, Claudia knew she wanted to continue her journey in the veterinary field, and her passion for it has only grown. At Mercy, where she has worked for nearly seven years, she cares for three cats named Layla, Leo, and Luna, as well as a dog named Gambie. Claudia became a certified cat lady over 13 years ago when she found her beloved cat, Snuggles, as a kitten. Though Snuggles has since passed away, Claudia cherishes the memories.
Her goal at Mercy is to continue helping clients and their pets with their everyday needs and to provide the best care possible. Claudia loves this field and couldn’t imagine herself anywhere else.
