Meet The Team
Our Veterinarians
Dana Anholzer, DVM
Veterinarian
Meet Dr. Dana Anholzer! She received her bachelor’s degree in animal and veterinary science from Clemson University in 2009 and completed her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Ross University in 2013. When she’s not working, Dr. Anholzer enjoys traveling, video games, camping, and spending time with her husband and their two dogs (Ramona and Gimli) and two cats (Richard & Herman).
Education:
- DVM, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, 2013
- Bachelor’s Degree in Animal & Veterinary Sciences, Minor in Business, Clemson University
Areas of Special Interest:
- Surgery – Efficient soft tissue surgeon with experience including but not limited to spays and neuters, mass removals, cystotomies, and laceration repair
- Dentistry – Skilled in digital dental X-ray, surgical flap extractions, oral mass removals, and preventative dental care
- Preventative Care – From puppies and kittens to senior pets and everything in between, we put a focus on the human/animal bond and individualized care.
- Sees pocket pets such as ferrets, Guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas, and rabbits
Sandy Higgins, DVM
Veterinarian
Meet Dr. Sandy Higgins! Dr. Higgins recently relocated to Sagamore Beach. After graduating from Mt. Holyoke College in 1986, she obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tufts University in 1992. Dr. Higgins has been a veterinarian locally since completing a rigorous internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in 1993. She is highly experienced and skilled in medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
Dr. Higgins has practiced in the greater Boston area for over 25 years. Before joining us here at Buzzards Bay Veterinary Associates, she practiced at our sister hospital, Dedham Veterinary Associates! We’re so excited to welcome her to the Cape, and she can’t wait to meet you and your pets!
Education:
- DVM, Cum Laude, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, 1992
- Bachelor of Arts, Mt Holyoke College, 1986
Areas of Special Interest:
- Small Animal Internal Medicine
- Soft Tissue Surgery
- Dentistry
- Endocrine Disease Management
Dr. Higgins enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, and kayaking when she is not working. She shares her Sagamore Beach home with two golden retrievers and a cat. She and her husband are always excited to enjoy their favorite hobby together, watching their sons play ice hockey!
Our Team
Kellie, CVT
Practice Manager/CSR/Surgical and Clinic Technician
Kellie joined our team in March of 2015. She earned her Veterinary Technology degree from Mount Ida College. When not working with us, Kellie enjoys cooking, baking, being outdoors, and spending time with her two dogs and four cats!
Amelia, CVT
CSR/Clinic and Surgical Technician
Amelia joined our team in April 2020. She earned her Bachelor’s degree at St Anselm College majoring in Natural Science and her Veterinary Technician degree at Penn Foster. Besides working with small animals here at BBVA, Amelia also loves working with large animals and goats! When she’s not working or studying, she enjoys reading, baking, knitting, and spending time with her dog, Maverick, and her cat, Ajax.
James, CVT
Clinic and Surgical Technician
James joined our team in May of 2021. He served 3 years in the United States Army. He is studying at New England Institute of Technology majoring in Veterinary Technology. When not working, James enjoys working on cars, playing with his two Australian cattle dogs Callie and Rowdy and spending time with his wife outdoors.
Emily
CSR/Clinic and Surgical Technician
Emily joined our team in September 2021. She studied at Cape Cod Community College and is currently enrolled in Purdue University majoring in Veterinary Technology. Outside of work, Emily enjoys baking and hanging out with family and friends. At home Emily has an English Bulldog- Hazel, along with 6 chickens, 5 bunnies, 4 turkeys, and 4 ducks.
Sonya
CSR/Clinic and Surgical Technician
Sonya joined our team in February of 2022. She earned her Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Cape Cod Tech. She is currently enrolled in Purdue University majoring in Veterinary Technology. Outside of work, she enjoys going on outdoor adventures with her three dogs (Rosie, Honey, and Oscar).