Veterinarians
Mary E. Huhndorf, D.V.M.
Is is with much sadness that we say goodbye to Dr. Huhndorf who has moved back to her home in Alaska and is currently working at a practice in Kenai, AK. She and her family will be greatly missed.
Priscilla L. Kerbin-Price, D.V.M.
Priscilla received a B.A. from Wellesley college in 1968 and graduated from New York State Veterinary College at Cornell University in 1972. She practiced in Westbury, N.Y. (1972-1974), Lansdowne, P.A. (1974-1975), Guelph, Ontario, Canada (1975-1977), and Southbury, C.T. (1977-78). Since June 1979 she has been a co-owner of the Watertown Animal Hospital. Priscilla enjoys surgery and has been active in cub scouts and presently in girl scouts. Priscilla and Steve reside in Woodbury and share their home with two children, one cat and two dogs.
Steven M. Price, DVM
Steve graduated with distinction from New York State Veterinary College at Cornell University in 1971. He practiced from 1971 to 1974 in Wantagh, L.I., N.Y. Steve completed a one year rotating small animal internship at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School in 1975. He spent the next two years completing an internship and residency in clinical pathology at the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. Steve joined a private practice in Southbury, C.T. in 1978, and then operated an emergency clinic in Flushing, Queens, N.Y. In June 1979, Steve and his wife, Priscilla, purchased the Watertown Animal Hospital where he has since practiced. Steve has served on the Rabies Committee for the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association since 1991, and has been the committee chairman since 1994. He has most recently been appointed the Secretary of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Society. In addition, Steve is currently serving as the President/ Secretary for the Litchfield County Veterinary Medical Association. He is interested in sports and music. Steve lives with Priscilla and their nineteen year old daughter. Their 25 year old son lives and works in Washington, DC.
Our Staff
Vikki Magaraci , Certified Veterinary Technician
Vikki has worked at the Watertown Animal Hospital since its opening day in June 1979! She has worked in the veterinary field for over 30 years, has been a certified veterinary technician for the past 20 years, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for the past 25 years and is a veterinary dental technician. She is also currently working part time as an emergency vet. tech at a nearby Emergency Hospital. She has special interest and training in veterinary dentistry and animal behavior. Vikki enjoys showing her Irish Water Spaniels in both breed (3 Champions!) and obedience competition (2 Titles!). She also enjoys walking with her dogs, reading, gardening and travelling to dog shows. Vikki shares her home with many non-human companions including dogs, cats, parrots, a tortoise and usually some "foster" animals.
Cathy Atwood, Head Receptionist
Cathy has been a part of Watertown Animal Hospital since1998.. She began as a part time hospital assistant and quickly became an important part of our front office staff. She is married and lives in Thomaston with her husband, Jeffrey, two step children and numerous pets including 4 dogs and 8 cats. She enjoys walking with her dogs, doing puzzles and crafts and watching movies.
Jennifer MacAulay, Technician
Jennifer has been a part of Watertown Animal Hospital since 1992. Her duties include assisting in surgery, laboratory procedures, radiography and reception. She currently lives in Torrington with her husband, Peter and daughter, Brynn. She also shares her home with 2 dogs, Darla (a mix) and Chimay (a Brussels Griffon), Pancakes the guinea pig, Anthony the cockatiel and various fish! Jennifer also enjoys sewing/crafts, cooking/baking, homebrewing, music, The D., art and reading.
Jessica Rickevicius, Assistant Vet. Technician
Jess joined our staff in 2004 as a part time hospital assistant and is now a full time employee. She attended the University of Findlay in Ohio for one year and then transferred to Northwestern Community College for one year. She is currently enrolled in Penn Foster University's Technician Program. When completed she will take the certification exam. Jess is engaged to Ryan and currently lives in Watertown. She has 3 Quarter Horses, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 4 bunnies and 6 Peacocks. She enjoys riding her horses and studying. Jess brings comic relief to all of our lives.
Jill Guluzy, Account Management
Jill has been a valuable part of Watertown Animal Hospital since 1989! She was our full time receptionist until starting her family 2001. She is now a part time employee and manages many of our animal welfare accounts. Jill lives in Beacon Falls with her husband, Joe and their three children, Jennifer, Joseph and Jeffrey. She also shares her home with 1 dog, Baron, and 2 cats, Felix and Daisy. She enjoys reading and spends a good deal of her time running after her children.