Rich Teague, DVM

Dr. Teague is a 1975 graduate of Ohio State University's College of Veterinary Medicine.  As owner of Farmers Veterinary Hospital, he has been integral in the remodeling and upgrading of the facility and it's equipment to maintain the highest quality of medical care our client's deserve.

Dr. Teague and his wife, Charee, reside in Richmond, and have 4 children and 6 grandchildren.  Their lives are ruled by their two dogs "Emma and Cory", and their "always on a diet" cat, "Lucy". They are avid sailors, and enjoy escaping to their boat when time permits.

Erin Barron, DVM

Dr. Barron has been practicing in the Richmond area since graduation from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. She is a charter board member of Operation Catnip.

She and her husband Steve live in Hanover County with their son, Aidan, and their dog "Ebb".  Their latest passion is the two draft horses that Santa brought down the chimney in 2005.  That would have been worth seeing! 

Cate McManus VMD, MPH

Dr. Cate McManus is a 2002 graduate from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine.  For three years after graduation, she served as a veterinarian in the US Army Veterinary Corp.  She then returned to school to earn her Master of Public Health degree. She enjoys practicing small animal medicine and volunteering with various spay / neuter organizations.  She is a full time employee for the Virginia Department of Health as a veterinary epidemiologist.

Cate lives in the City of Richmond with her herd of dogs.

Sara White, DVM

Dr. White is a 1996 Graduate of VPI’s School of Veterinary Medicine. She joined the practice in 2006, after working full time in the Northern Virginia and Richmond areas. She enjoys internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and animal rescue. She is on the board of Operation Catnip.

Dr. White, and her husband Gary, reside in Richmond with their daughters Lilly and Sophia. They have 3 dogs, 4 cats, and a horse. Outside of veterinary medicine, she enjoys running, horseback riding, hiking, skiing, and travel. She and Dr. Barron will both work for chocolate…

Kate Lepree

When you call or come in, you will likely be greeted by the best receptionist in town. Kate has been maintaining our front desk since 2000. She is committed to providing the best support possible to our clients. Kate lives in King William with her dog, Greta, and her four cats.

Sara Woodyard

Sara is a extraordinary veterinary assistant. She has been with the practice since 1994. Her care and compassion is expressed every day in her interaction with your pets. Sara lives in Richmond, and enjoys monitoring the antics of her two terriers and her one cat.

Dustin Fletcher

Dustin handles the evening and Saturday veterinary assistant duties. Dustin is a native of Richmond, having graduated from Hermitage High School in 2000. He has been working in the veterinary medicine field since he was 17, and is now a seasoned veterinary assistant. He enjoys music, sleeping, and spending time with friends.  If we had a side view, this picture could pass as a mug shot!

Joyce Howell

Joyce fills in as a part time receptions for both the daytime and evening shifts.  Being retired, she finds the extra money useful to PARTY!   She knows everyone or at least knows their parents, or friends, or neighbors.  It is uncanny.  She a super sweet lady, and we are glad to have her helping us out.