Our Veterinary Team
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Kira Didkovskaya
Veterinarian
Our fabulous “Dr. D” received her DVM degree at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and has been practicing in South Bay for over a decade. She approaches both her clients and her patients holistically, accounting for the needs of her patients AND their families; both her patients and her clients appreciate the time she takes with them – and the pets love the snuggles!
Dr. Sarah LaMoyne
Veterinarian
Although Dr. LaMoyne grew up in California, she received her DVM degree from Oregon State University School of Veterinary Medicine and has also been practicing in South Bay for almost a decade. She takes pride in getting to know the individual stories and personalities of both her patients and clients. Dr. LaMoyne will make you feel right at home with the care she takes of you and your pet. Don’t be fooled by her “soul-dog” Kodak, she’s also a bonafide cat person with her two rescue kitties at home.
Dr. Michael Handley
Veterinarian
Dr. Handley grew up in Michigan and received his DVM degree from the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. An internship brought him out to the South Bay area over a decade ago and he decided to trade the snow for sunshine!
His passion is to educate pet parents so that they are as informed as possible about their four-legged companions to make the right decision for their family.
Dr. Makenna Koslosky
Veterinarian
Dr. Koslosky received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine after completing her undergraduate degree in Veterinary Science at the University of Nevada, Reno. Since graduating, she has been practicing small animal medicine in Colorado Springs before making her way to the South Bay and joining the PAW family.
Dr. Koslosky has a strong interest in surgery and has pursued additional experience in surgical and orthopedic medicine throughout her training, including a Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery externship at Washington State University. Her veterinary experience has also taken her to the Marine Mammal Care Center and Aquarium of the Pacific, reflecting her genuine curiosity and love for animals of all kinds.
What we already love most about Dr. Koslosky is the warmth, enthusiasm, and thoughtfulness she brings to both her patients and their families. She is passionate about providing excellent medicine while making sure every pet is treated with kindness and individualized care. We are so excited to have her as part of the PAW team — and we have a feeling our clients and patients are going to love her just as much as we do.
Meet Our Veterinary Staff
Jamie
Jamie is the Practice Manager at PAW Veterinary Center, bringing years of experience in veterinary team leadership and client service. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming and compassionate environment for both pets and their families. At home, Jamie enjoys the lively company of three dogs, a cat, a tortoise, and about twenty different species of insects. Her diverse household reflects her lifelong passion for animals of all kinds and her deep appreciation for the care they deserve at every stage of life.
Alejandro
Our incredible surgical registered technician has experience in general practice, dentistry, neurology, and imaging over the last decade. He is especially gifted at dentistry and has a special place in his heart for improving the lives of his patients!
Erika
We aren’t sure how anyone can run a practice without their very own Erika! She is very organized and anticipates the needs of her patients and clients. She is a registered technician with experience in both Internal Medicine and General Medicine and has a great knowledge base and patient demeanor.
Kristin
Kristin is a dedicated and experienced RVT who began her veterinary journey in 2020. With a background in internal medicine and surgery, Kristin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every furry friend she cares for. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two beloved felines, visiting escape rooms, and hiking.
Megan
Registered Veterinary Technician
Megan is a registered veterinary technician with over seven years of experience. Her biggest joy in life is to see our patients’ happy faces when they gobble up her homemade treats. She takes pride in making pet parents feel comfortable in stressful situations. Her favorite pastime is spending quality time with her doggies and exploring Disneyland.
Tiffani
Tiffani is one of our wonderful veterinary technicians and a devoted pet parent to two French Bulldogs, a cat, and two leopard geckos. Her calm, cheerful energy puts even the most nervous patients at ease, and she treats every animal she meets as if they were her own.
Erin
Our general technician comes to us with years of experience in both general practice and emergency medicine. Erin is always focused on delivering quality; she takes a slow approach with her patients and doesn’t try to rush through anything.
Madison
Madi comes to PAW with nearly a decade of experience in veterinary medicine, including general practice, emergency and critical care, and oncology. She has an incredible ability to connect with both people and pets, bringing warmth, empathy, and plenty of humor to even the most stressful days. Madi is always one step ahead, loves learning the “why” behind medicine, and somehow manages to make everyone around her laugh along the way. Outside of PAW, she loves reading and crocheting, and is currently working toward her dream of becoming a veterinarian.
Arzoo
Arzoo is our attentive client service representative with background in neurology. When she’s not assisting with our furry patients, she can be found on movie sets playing extras and spending time with her darling German shepherd named Scout. With a positive attitude and a passion for animal care, she is always eager to help pets in need.