Our Staff

Doctor

Jodi Thannum

I have wanted to be a veterinarian since I was a child. My father was a vet and he instilled in me many of the values and ethics that I have today. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. From there I completed a 15 month internship at Hollywood Animal Hospital in Hollywood, FL. It is at that time that my passion for internal medicine and surgery began. I went into private practice as an associate for 8 years. I then fulfilled my life long dream of owning my own practice when I bought Extra Care Animal Hospital in May of 2004. I am so proud of my staff and the high quality of medicine and surgery that we are able to offer to our patients.

Interests outside of my practice include spending time will ALL of my 6 pets. “Snuggles,” maltese, “Doc,” shihtzu, and Carlton, aka Grandpa, Ernie, Elvis, and Furble . I also enjoy all sports, especially football, hunting, fishing, and spending time in my yard.

Greg Rupp

I graduated from Ohio State University in 1999. From there I completed a 1 year internship in Avian and Exotic Medicine and Surgery at Ohio State University. I have been practicing in south Florida since 2000. I have been at Extra Care Animal Hospital since 2005. I treat all exotic animals except primates and fish.

My intrests outside of work include Tae Kwon Do, Krav Maga, bike riding, computers, and any outdoor activity.

My family consists of my wife, Tacy Rupp, a Veterinary Cardiologist who also practices in South Florida, my son Colin, and 10 animals. 4 dogs named “Killian” yellow lab, “Puppers” Dachshund, “Momo” Shih Tzu, and Twinkie Dachshund, 5 cats named Smitten, Mylo, Mombo, Cheeto and Midget, and a Bearded Dragon name Izzy.

Hospital Mascot

Finster George

I am a black tufted capuchin and was born at a monkey rescue facility on December 17, 2008. I am a very clever and mischievous monkey and I love to play with all my friends at Extra Care Animal Hospital. I especially love playing with all kinds of dogs, and sometimes I even share my snacks with them.

My parents were brought to the rescue by people that did not know how to care for them. Some people don’t realize that caring for a monkey, especially a capuchin, is a 24 hour a day job. I have to be bottle fed and diapered just like an infant. We require significant socialization, training, and love.

Technician

Pamela Gonzalez

I was born in New Jersey and grew up in South Florida. I am currently a full time student at Broward Community College and majoring in Business Administration. I have been in the veterinary field since 2000. I started at Extra Care Animal Hospital in March 2006, and I am currently the Head Exotic Technician.

What I love most about my job is catching and rescuing stray animals (cats, dogs, exotics etc.), and finding them good, loving homes.

When Im not at work I enjoy spending time with my friends, Krav Maga, Sudoku, and watching movies.

I have a big heart when it comes to animals and currently own 11 pets: 2 Yorkies- Suzie and Samantha, 6 cats- Alien, Morris, Pilar, Nicholas, Crystal and Juan Pablo, a Guinea Pig named Rosita, and a Bird name Skeeter.

Anais Estrada

I am currently a full time student at Miami Dade College and majoring in Veterinary Medicine. I have been working at Extra Care since July 2006 and currently am one of the Exotic Technicians.

My intrests outside of work playing my saxophone, Krav Maga, watching movies and haning out with my friends.

I am the proud owner of 12 pets; 2 dogs named “Lady” Dalmation and “Chumpy” Dalmation mix, 1 red-ear silder turtles named “Bob”, 3 land tortoise named Gilbert, Sam and Rocky, 2 snakes named “Charlie” Boa constrictor and “Pito” corn snake , 2 ferrets named Digit & Lucy, and 2 birds named “Peek-a-boo” cockatoo and "Cherry" lovebird.

Assistants

Adrian Sosa

I was born in South Florida. I graduated from University of Central Florida in 2006, and hope to futher my education soon. I have been in the veterinary field since 2005. I have been working at Extra Care Animal Hospital since October 2008.

My interests outside of work include is playing hockey, Krav Maga, movies, and playing with my chunky kitty. I currently own a cat name “Freya” and a Schnauzer name “Missy”.

Reception

Maggie Fitzgerald, Customer Service

I am a native Floridian. I have lived in Los Angeles, New York City, Washington D.C., New Orleans. I have a degree in Liberal Arts as well as a Paralegal degree from Florida International University. I am married to a Fire Rescue Captain and we have 2 beautiful daughters from China. I have been employed with Extra Care Animal Hospital since 2004. Prior to my employment with Extra Care Animal Hospital, I had been with the developer of Weston, Arvida, for over 5 years until we closed on our last house. My title was Financial Administration and Closing Coordinator. Previous to that I worked for a major car rental corporation's largest franchise for over 15 years as a Customer Service Manager, Merchandising Manger and Assistant City Manager.

I have always rescued pets...we currently have 3 dogs and Irish Wolfhound, a Australian Cattle Dog and a Teacup Chihuahua, we also have 5 cats...needless to say they ALL have been rescued. I totally enjoy talking to our clients and hearing about their pets...Extra Care Animal Hospital is a wonderful and caring hospital for our pets and a great place to work. Our teammates are so great with the pets and they really love what they do...and the difference that they make in the health of all our pets.

DeNai Timmons

I was born in Hollywood, Florida. I have lived in West Hollywood my entire life. I graduated from Hallandale High School (class of "97). I would like to further my education very soon.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my 3 children Geor'nai, Anitreia, and Ma'ciyah.

I have been working at Extra Care Animal Hospital since February 2009. I am customer service driven. As for my up bringing, nature, & my personality I would truly have to give my Grandmother credit. She instilled southern morals in me.

Kennel

Tracy Tenner, Trainer

Tracy Tenner is our resident dog trainer/behavior consultant here at Extra Care Animal Hospital and has been with us for nearly a year and a half. Tracy has been training dogs and their people professionally for more than 25 years. While she specializes in basic obedience and overall behavior, Tracy has a special love for problem-solving, and has had the pleasure of training several service dogs for the physically impaired. She also has trained and titled many therapy dogs who visit elderly, infirm and pediatric patients. Tracy attended Duke University where she majored in journalism and occasionally writes articles for training journals and magazines. Tracy is a member of APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) and is the president and training director for the Dunnellon Schutzhund Club. While her first love is the German Shepherd Dog, Tracy is happy to assist our clients with all breeds and all ages.

Courtney Randolph

I am a senior at American Heritage School, and have been working Extra Care Animal Hospital since May 2008. I would like to pursue either veterinary medicine for large animals or pediatric medicine when I go to college next year.

I have been swimming for the Plantation Swim Team for eleven years, and my interest outside school and the pool include photography, music and obviously, animals. My four-legged siblings are Bandit and Bo and two cats, Lady & Gato.

Jason Hellebuyck

My employment with Extra Care Animal Hospital began in August 2009. Growing up with animals made me realize I wanted to make a career of caring for them. I enjoy walking and feeding the animals, bathing them and spending time with them while they are at the hospital.

My hobbies outside of work include Mixed Martial Arts, fishing, rollerblading, going 4 wheeling, spending time with my family and loved ones, and swimming with my dogs.

I am a proud owner of 10 pets, 2 Weimaraners named “Clinck” and “Shultz”, a Doberman named “Diva” and a Keeshound named “Zora”, 6 horse named “Lucky”, “Duke”, “Jack”, “Diesel”, “Wahso” and “Chester”.

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