Meet Our Team


                                                                                                                       Meet Our Team

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Dr. Robbie Jones McLeod, Owner/Veterinarian

Dr. Robbie has been providing veterinary services in Western North Carolina for the past 15 years.  A 1998 graduate of North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, she moved back to the mountains and opened her first Practice, Country Lane Animal Hospital in 2002.  In August of 2009, Dr. Robbie along with her Practice Manager, Kristee decided to open up Cherokee Animal Care Clinic in Whittier.

Dr. Robbie is skilled in all levels of veterinary medicine for large and small animals, including exotics. Some of the services she provides include General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dental Care, Routine and Orthopedic Surgeries, Geriatric Care and Reproductive Services.

Dr. Robbie lives in Whittier, NC with her husband Rusty, 10 year old daughter Aerin, step-daughter, Taylor,  her Whippet, Zippy, 2 cats (Nigel and Finley), 2 horses (Cazador & Candela) and other farm friends.

Dr. Robbie is dedicated to the health, happiness and well-being of all of her patients. She strives to make sure that every pet and their family is 100% satisfied with the care that they receive at Cherokee Animal Care Clinic!!

Kristee Kaye, Vice President/Practice Manager

Kristee Kaye and her family have been raising Paso Fino show horses in Cullowhee, NC for the past 20 years. Their farm has produced some of the top show horses in the Country.  In May of  2009 Kristee, along with Dr. Robbie McLeod teamed up together to open Cherokee Animal Care Clinic, in Whittier. “I wanted to combine my love of animals and business back ground to help other people in the community. I am so fortunate to work every day with a team of people that care as much about the well-being of pet’s and their owners as I do.”
Kristee has 6 year old twin daughters, Katherine and Elizabeth and furry children Roxie (beagle/border collie), Hooligan (Cat) and Kosda (Cat).

 


 

Dr. Jenny Gibson, DVM

Dr. Gibson joined our team in 2013 and is a 1996 graduate of LSU's College of Veterinary Medicine. Following graduation she returned home to practice at a small animal clinic in Pensacola, FL. After eleven years she decided it was time for a change and came to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. "I have a passion for small animal general practice with special interests in dermatology and feline medicine. My husband and I are currently raising 3 cats and 1 dog.  During my free time, I enjoy landscaping and refurbishing our home, as well as exploring and enjoying beautiful Western North Carolina."

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Dr. Lina Rodriguez, DVM

Dr. Lina is the newest Associate Veterinarian at the Cherokee location. Dr. Lina is a 2021 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine and is available to see patients Tuesday-Friday every week. Originally from Bogota, Colombia Dr. Lina is fluent in both English and Spanish for our Spanish only speaking clientele! 

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Amanda Long, Registered Veterinary Technician/Head Technician 

Amanda has been working in the veterinary field since 1999, mostly in small animal practices and emergency clinics.  She is 2002 graduate of Central Carolina Community College, with an Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology. Later that same year Amanda became a Registered Veterinary Technician.  Cherokee Animal Care was lucky enough to have Amanda join our family in September of 2009. 


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Kristin Chambers, Practice Manager 

After being a long time client, we were very fortunate to have Kristin join our clinic in early 2015. Kristin, was born and raised on the Cherokee Indian Reservation and is a true animal lover. We were all very proud of her, as Kristin just graduated with an Associates Degree in Medical Office Administration.


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Jena Sutton,  Reception Manager (Bryson)/Vet Assistant 

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Ashley Rogers, Veterinary Technician  

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Amy Garcia, Receptionist


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Mayson Parton, Receptionist 


 









Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Location

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Testimonial

Read What Our Clients Say

  • "The best vet clinic around. They listen to your concerns, your needs, and wants for your fur babies. They treat your pets like there own. I highly recommend going to them for all of you fur babies needs"
    Sheena Craig
  • "These folks went above and beyond to help an out of town visitor help with a puppy who decided to do a flying nun impression from a second floor bedroom. The staff were kind, helpful and thorough. We were fortunate that the pup was not seriously injured.
    I can tell you this...if you're in the area, I would highly recommend Cherokee Animal
    Care as a primary pet health provider.
    Thank you for helping me and my pup!"
    Terri Jenkins
  • "A stray cat came to our house with a broken leg so we called the animal care clinic and they took him in with no questions asked! They said if he tested negative for feline leukemia then they would fix him up and get him adopted out 😀 I called the next day and he's on the schedule to get his leg amputated and they're getting him fixed up! I couldn't be more grateful for them!"
    April Booth
  • "Wonderful and caring people for our pets. I always use the Animal care clinic for my kitty, unless its a Emergency and they can't see him...wonderful experience every time so far....I would highly recommend...Thank you all so very much for taking care of our Best Friend's for life...."
    Sherry Price
  • "My almost six month old puppy Banshee was terrified of her vet visit, but the staff was very sweet and let us wait in the exam room so the other dogs wouldn't stress her out more. They were very gentle and compassionate. It gives me peace of mind knowing she's in good hands."
    Brooke Karma
  • "Absolutely great people to take care of your Fur-Babies. We have been very pleased with this Veterinary Office. We get all of our dogs monthly Meds there. We Highly Recommend if you live in 10 miles or so you should take your family pets to get anything you need."
    Joe Collins
  • "I love this vet! Dr. Robbie is the best! Great staff also! The staff is so caring. I had to board my two cats while I was in the process of moving and they took great care of them! Not only that I was worried because my cat wasn't breathing well and she ended up having asthma and Dr. Robbie did everything to get her back to feeling better. My baby is doing great!!"
    Elmo B. (Whittier, NC)

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