Dr. Ann Holshouser
Dr. Ann Holshouser has 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine. A graduate of Clemson University and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, she has worked in both large and small animal medicine throughout her career. She is also a graduate of the Professional Course in Veterinary Homeopathy and the highly respected Chi Institute’s Veterinary Acupuncture Course in Reddick, Florida. Dr. Ann, as she’s known, has lived in Brevard for 8 years, and she is the owner of Riversong Veterinary Clinic in downtown Brevard. As a consulting veterinarian for Friends for Life Forever Farm, a non-profit rescue organization, since 2007 she has aided in the health of countless elderly, abused, and special needs companion pets. Dr. Ann is also a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Association of Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA).
In addition to all she does at Riversong, Dr. Ann enjoys raising two children with her husband Nick, trail running, and listening to live, local music.
Heather, a licensed veterinary technician, has been a part of Riversong since May 2009. Her specialized training is invaluable in helping Dr. Ann with diagnostics and patient care. Heather also assists with numerous procedures and treatments especially dental prophylaxis, labwork, and client education. In addition to her duties at Riversong, Heather volunteers with Horse About, Inc. where she works with underprivileged and at-risk youth. Heather also enjoys horseback archery, dancing, and caring for her animal family which consists of her horse “Boots”, cat “Firefly” and most recent addition, a Belgian Malinois puppy named “Rajah”.
Toby Ridge
A native of Michigan and a graduate of Northland College with a degree in Outdoor Education and Fine Art, Toby joined Riversong in August 2010. Toby attributes her passion for animals (and their ability to enrich a person’s life) to very patient and forgiving parents. In addition to cats and dogs, Toby has experience with hedge hogs, snakes, turtles, multiple amphibians and fish, and an assortment of “pocket pets.” When not trying to keep her two tabby cats out of trouble, Toby enjoys horseback riding,swimming, canoeing and gardening.
