Dr. Celina Hatt

Owner

Dr. Celina Hatt purchased Animal House Veterinary Center in 2004. Dr. Hatt believes in running a veterinary hospital that provides the highest level of medical care, and her goal is shared by everyone that works at Animal House. She also believes in creating a welcoming, friendly atmosphere for you and your pet. At the end of the day, promoting quality care to the level that our clients happily refer others is one of her visions for Animal House Veterinary Center.

Dr. Hatt is thankful for the role that Animal House Veterinary Center gets to play in your pet’s healthcare! She promises to provide quality care to our pets, service to our clients, and fulfillment to our staff!

Dr. Eileen Lau

Veterinarian

Dr. Eileen Lau, a native to the San Francisco Bay Area, recently moved to the islands after graduating from the Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine (summer of 2011) to marry the love of her life. She completed her undergraduate education at UC Berkeley where she double majored in Integrative Biology and Music. Her clinical experiences include six years in wildlife rehabilitation, one year as an environmental enrichment technician/research associate, two years as a veterinary technician and one year as a veterinary anesthetist.

While in school, Dr. Lau was president of Veterinary Students for Animal Welfare and vice president of the Feline Medicine Club. Her specific areas of interest include anesthesia, feline medicine, and exotic animal medicine (small mammals and birds in particular). She is also a member of the Evidence-Based Medicine Association.

In her free time, she enjoys snorkeling, playing piano, playing the harp, singing karaoke, cooking, and spending time talking story with loved ones at the beach. She is eager to explore the many wonders this island has to offer and looks forward to forming meaningful relationships with pets and owners in the years to come.

Dr. Shauna Mead

Veterinarian

Dr. Shauna Mead is native to upstate New York where she learned at a young age she had a life long desire to care for animals. Her undergraduate studies were at Utica College of Syracuse University, majoring in biology. When she wasn’t studying, she took pride in working at New Hartford Animal Hospital as an assistant and volunteering at a monthly spay and neuter release clinic.

She attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in the Caribbean and found another love: the ocean. While in veterinary school she was a leading member of PAWS (People for Animal Welfare on St. Kitts), which included being a foster to multiple dogs. After spending her last year of veterinary school at Cornell University, her fiance and multiple four-legged children ventured to San Diego. A year was spent at California Veterinary Specialists doing a rotating internship focused on small animal medicine, surgery, and emergency. Since completion of the internship in 2010 she has worked as an associate general practitioner and as an emergency clinician, as well as welcomed her first daughter into the world.

All areas of veterinary medicine are of interest; currently, she is focusing on strengthening her ability to perform ultrasounds. On days off she plans to help Dr. Hatt with spay/neuter release programs, surf, hike, and establish a home in beautiful Hawaii.

Dr. Rajdeep Turna

Veterinarian

Dr. Rajdeep Turna held a passion for animal care early on in his life. Being born and raised on a farmhouse in India, his love for animals grew upon him, as he always saw his family care for the horses, cows, and dogs that they had at the farm. Growing up with various animals, he made a lifelong decision to further his education by attending veterinary school in India. Because of his interest in research he then decided to advance his education by attending College of Medicine, Florida State University, to further understand the biomedical sciences. He graduated from FSU with a M.S., with a focus in cardiac and skeletal muscle regulation and inherited diseases and did research on cardiomyopathy mouse models. While in Tallahassee, Florida Dr. Turna volunteered at various small animal hospitals and attended a visiting veterinarian program at College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Florida, with a focus on Veterinary Anesthesiology.

After his graduation from FSU, Dr. Turna made a move to California, and started practicing small animal veterinary medicine in the Bay Area and Central Valley. While a year into his practice as a Veterinarian in California, he met his wife, and after marrying her, they both moved to Hawaii a few years ago and have now made Oahu their home. Dr. Turna has a passion for emergency medicine, soft tissue surgery, dermatology, and cardiology. For future endeavors, Dr. Turna wants to get more expertise in ultrasound and be able to give excellent care to pets. During his free time, Dr. Turna loves to be outdoors and explore with his wife as they go on different hikes, participate in water sports, and relax and listen to the beautiful beach waves. Dr. Turna looks forward to serving the community, and be able to provide quality care to the pets, while he forms new relationships with the pets and their owners on this beautiful island.

Jessica

Executive Director

Aloha! I am Jessica and I am the Executive Director here at Animal House Veterinary Center. I also manage Dr. Hatt’s other practice in Northern California! I feel incredibly blessed to spend my time in two pretty awesome places in the United States. I love being a part of the Animal House Ohana because I believe in providing the best care possible to our fur babies and encouraging and empowering staff to live their best life, both in and out of work. I began my journey in the Veterinary industry with Dr. Hatt back in 2011 and have loved the journey ever since.

But who am I outside of work? I am married to my high school sweetheart and we have 3 loveable furbabies! I have my goofball Lab, Odell, who is the biggest snugglebug I’ve ever met. I have my old lady Australian Shepherd, Maggie May, who was my husband and I’s first baby. And I have an anti-social black cat, Tekka Maki, who just really prefers you leave her be. My husband and I are passionate about traveling and do it as often as we can! I’ve been all over the world, and have wrapped our love of travel into one of my biggest personal goals – To run a marathon in every state! So far, I am 12 states in and the journey has taken me to some pretty phenomenal places that I may not have considered otherwise. When I am not traveling or running (Which admittedly is rare), I am hiking, biking, beaching, or exploring local craft breweries and wineries.

Thanks for taking the time to get to know me a little bit. Pop on in and say hi! I love to get to know our clients! I look forward to meeting you and your fur babies!

Michelle K.

Director of Medical Services

Bio coming soon!

Emmeline

Technician

Aloha and Hafa Adai!! I’m from the beautiful tiny little island of Guam and Hawaii has been my home for over 10 years. I have been with Animal House Veterinary for 6 years, and a veterinary technician for 10. I have a special interest in emergency and ICU care. Conferences and CE courses keep my mind fresh with the ever-changing world of medicine. I live by the motto “there’s always room for growth and improvement”, and “be the person your dog thinks you are.”

My husband Lawrence, my American Stafford Terrier Meli, my cat Lovely, my geriatric dachshund Frankie, and the newest addition to my family (human version) Eli definitely fill my life with amazing moments! God bless!

Callie

Technician

Callie is a Certified Veterinary Technician and has been with Animal House since 2015. She graduated with honors in 2015 from Windward Community College with an associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology. Before joining us here at AHVC as a technician, she worked as a dog trainer for 4 years. She has a true passion for all animals and plans to go to veterinary school in the future. When she isn’t working, Callie loves to spend her free time in the ocean free diving or going to the beach with her 4 dogs.

Hayley

Technician

My name is Hayley Tousignant and I am from Charlotte, North Carolina. I studied at North Carolina State University (Go Wolfpack!) and I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology. I have lived in Hawaii since November 2017 with my husband, Zach. We have 4 wonderful fur babies— Rylee, Dobby, Waffles, and Tinkerbell. On my days off, I love to go hiking, tan at the beach, work out at the gym, and hang out with my friends and family.

Jen

Technician

I was born and raised in Colorado and have been here in Hawaii for 11 years. I have 2 amazing sons and 2 cats. In my free time, I like to spend time with my family and read.

Chelsea

Technician

Hi, my name is Chelsea. I was born and raised on Oahu, Hawaii. I took up Veterinarian Technician as a career because of my love and compassion for animals. But my dream is to travel all over the world. In my free time, I like to read, go to the beach, go shopping, or do arts and crafts.

Lauren J.

Technician

I have lived on Oahu since January 2016 with my husband and our 3 dogs. We have 2 Rottweilers, Raina and Zeus, and a yellow Labrador Retriever, Honey Bear. I have worked at Animal House since June 2016 where I started as a receptionist. I graduated from the Windward Community College veterinary technician program in May 2018 and have since become a full-time technician. When I’m not at work, I enjoy taking my dogs hiking or to the beach, as well as cheering on my husband’s softball team!

Kristie Anne

Technician

Aloha! My name is Kristie. I’ve been in the veterinary field since high school and worked my way up in the field. I have 3 lovely dogs named Kazy, Twixie, and Khloe; and 1 cat named Kali-Ipon. In my free time, I like to paint, venture around the island with Khloe, and eat!!!! While working full time, I’m pursuing my degree in Psychology with a minor in Anthropology as a full-time student. *Crossing my fingers* I’m hoping to graduate next fall 2019!!

Yolanda

Technician, Client Care Coordinator

Hello! My name is Yolanda and I have lived on the island of O’ahu for about 8 years now. I have two puppies, Obi Juan & Oscar. I have been a part of the Animal House Ohana for about 5 years. I started off as a technician and now am the Client Care Coordinator. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, watching documentaries, reading books on sharks and spending time with my family.

Carlos

Technician

Bio coming soon!

Kelly

Technician

Kelly is our resident cat whisperer and has been in the vet field since 2010. She has quite the love for animals and has a dog, cats, birds, and fish at home. Each year, Kelly works with different nonprofit organizations and helps spay over 2000, yes, 2000, cats a year. She is passionate and spay and neuter! In her free time, she also loves to cook and is always learning!

Anuhea

Head Receptionist

Hello! My name is Anuhea and I was born and raised here on the west side of O’ahu. I have been with my Animal House Ohana since 2014! I have two dogs of my own, Annie and Kenji. When I am not working I enjoy photography, cars, hiking and spending time at the beach.

Alyssa

Receptionist

My name is Alyssa and I was born and raised on the island of O’ahu. I have three dogs (Sophie, Iso and Chanel) and a fish named Francis. I have been in the vet field for a total of a year and two months and have enjoyed being a part of the Animal House Ohana. In my spare time, I go to the beach, gym, and cook.

Tanya

Receptionist

Tanya was born in Savannah but moved to Oahu 20+ years ago with her family to start a new life. She owns a dog named Lala and is quite a handful. Tanya has been apart of the Animal House Ohana for about 4 years now. She is currently attending online classes through Penn Foster in hopes of receiving her veterinary technician degree. When not at work she enjoys hanging out with friends, playing darts and loves to play her guitar.

Madi

Receptionist

Madi is originally from Saipan but moved to Oahu 10 years ago with her husband who is originally from the islands. She owns 2 dogs – 1 chihuahua and 1 jack Russell terrier. She also has 2 guinea pigs. All of her pets were rescued. Madi has been a part of the Animal House Ohana for about 3 years now but has been in the veterinary field for a total of 6 years. She is currently attending online classes through Penn Foster in hopes of receiving her veterinary technician degree. When not at work, Madi loves to go to the gym, enjoys water sports, music and enjoys watching classic movies.

Hannah

Receptionist

My name is Hannah. I’m 22 and originally from Washington state I moved to Hawaii about 3 years ago. I have 2 dogs named Nollie and Puddles and a cat named Jax. In my free time, I like going to the beach, hanging out with friends and driving around listening to music. I hope to eventually move up in the veterinary world and go to school to become a technician.

Beth

Kennel Assistant

Hi! I am Beth! I have worked at the Animal House Veterinary Center for the last 13 years as a cat boarding kennel worker. I’m a local, born and raised In Ewa Beach. I have 3 cats of my own. They are my children! On my off time, I enjoy going to church, swimming and making beaded jewelry. I look forward to taking care of your fur children!

Cass

Kennel Assistant

Cassandra is originally from Elkton, Virginia. She moved to Oahu in May of 2017 to follow her husband who is in the Navy. Sadly she will only be with us until March 2020. She has one dog, a boxer named Remington and two cats, Annie & Flash. On her off time she enjoys doing things that her dog can participate in (Hiking and going to the beach). She is hoping to return to college one day to earn a degree in veterinary technology.

Jamie

Kennel Assistant

Jamie is a local girl, born in raised in Ewa Beach. She has two dogs named Sam and Bella and has been a kennel worker for Animal House since March 2018. On her off time, she loves to read, draw, hang out with friends, and spend time with her fur babies.