A northwest native; she grew up on San Juan Island and still loves going home. Angela gets in her recreation playing with her pets including a small mixed dog (from her first surgery rotation in vet school), two cats, and two guinea pigs! A hard worker with high energy Angela enjoys working on her house, landscaping, hiking, kayaking, and numerous other outdoor activities when she can. At WWU she was co-captain and Commodore of the sailing team going to nationals 3 of 4 years! 

Western Washington University; BS in Environmental Science, minor in Chemistry 

Washington State University Veterinary School; DVM 2019. Go Cougs!

Dr. Cord Kivi was raised in the Kittitas Valley in Central Washington. He was involved in 4-H throughout middle and high school, and helped his dad move hay for clients. He earned his bachelor’s degree at Eastern Washington University before being accepted into the class of 2021 at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine.

Cord worked as a wildland firefighter for five summers with the Department of Natural Resources on an engine crew to help pay for college. He met his wife in vet school and followed her to western Washington after graduation. They enjoy going out fishing, hunting, camping, and horseback riding and share two and ¼ horses (one is a mini), two dogs, and three cats.

Dr. Kivi is passionate about his career in veterinary medicine and strives to continue to learn as medicine continues to evolve. He works diligently to provide the best possible care for his community and has a special interest in dentistry and soft tissue surgery.

Having been born and raised in the northwest, Dr. Sahlinger is very thankful to be back in Washington following his recent graduation from Western University of Health Sciences vet school, though he thoroughly enjoyed his time spent in southern California. Prior to veterinary school, he received his bachelor’s in animal science from WSU in 2018 and had a great opportunity to spend some time working at a mixed-animal veterinary clinic in Ellensburg, WA. He enjoys fishing, hiking, boating, and spending his time with his wife, especially when it takes place in the verdant Skagit and Snohomish valleys. Dr. Sahlinger enjoys spending time with his two dogs and two cats but has become quite fond of his parent’s recent adoption of two golden retriever puppies!

I graduated from Washington State University with a degree in Neuroscience and have been working in veterinary medicine for about seven years now. I jumped right into the field after moving back home from college.

My original plan was to become a veterinarian, but I’m currently exploring a different path through tech school. I really enjoy emergency and critical care, and I’d love to eventually check out the neurology side of the field as well.

When I’m not working (which isn’t often since I juggle multiple jobs), I like getting outside hiking or boating, and I spend a lot of time fixing things around our newly bought house.

I also have a full house with three dogs—a German Shepherd, a silver Lab, and a Cattle Dog mix—and one cat, a dilute calico longhair.

Chelsea has been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2018 but caring for animals has been a lifelong passion for her. Born in Oregon, she spent her young life traveling with her family through the military and has made it back to the PNW. When she isn’t working at work, she likes to read, hike, camp, and hunt for sea glass. A couple of interesting facts about Chelsea are, she is currently working toward her bachelor’s in business management, and she is Native American and is an enrolled member of the Seneca-Cayuga tribe.

Chloé is one of our Veterinary Assistants here at ACC. She is currently attending Penn Foster to earn her Veterinary Technician Degree. She enjoys kayaking, hiking, and playing with her pup Annabel.

Hello! My name is Taleah and I have been with the Animal Care Center since August of 2020. I was born and raised here in Skagit County all my life and specifically live in Concrete! Growing up, I lived on a farm with many different animals and participated for many years in the Skagit County 4-H program which gave me my love for animals and helped prepare me for the field I am in today. After graduating 4-H and High School, I attended the PIMA Medical Institute of Seattle where I attained my certification as a Certified Veterinary Assistant. After I finished attending college, I married, got a couple of dogs, cats, and Sierra my 31-year-old Quarab mare. We all love exploring the beautiful land we are surrounded by, specifically, walking along the Skagit River where we spot lots of squirrels, deer, elk, and Bald Eagles! I love being a member of the Animal Care Center team, assisting the amazing doctors, and helping all the dogs and cats that come into our care.

Nevaeh was raised in the Northwest and is currently a student at Skagit Valley College. She grew up with many animals including her five cats and five Rottweiler/Labrador Retriever dogs. While she’s not at work, you’ll find her crocheting, shopping, and playing with her pup Harley. Nevaeh has a passion for animal care and has started her journey in becoming a veterinarian.