Meet the Team
Veterinarians
Dr. Erin Dexter Buikema
Veterinarian
Dr. Dexter grew up on a farm in New England with many horses, goats, chickens, dogs and cats. She has worked as a small animal and equine veterinarian since graduation. She lives in Goochland with her husband Matt, their two daughters Sydney and Abigail, Boston Terriers Barnaby and Buoy, and two kitties, Minny and Stewart.
“I started this practice because I wanted to offer a more personalized service for pet owners and a less stressful experience for their pets.”
Dr. Jennifer Morris
Veterinarian
Dr. Morris is originally from Seattle, Washington. She first moved to Virginia for undergraduate study at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College where she earned a Bachelors of Science degree in biology in 2003. She returned back to the West Coast and earned her Veterinary degree at Washington State University in 2008. She completed an internship in small animal emergency medicine, and for that past ten years she has worked as an emergency and critical care veterinarian in the Richmond area. In her spare time she enjoys traveling with her husband, Scott, and two daughters, Madeline and Eleanor. She always has a herd of pets around the house, currently including an Australian Shepherd named Muddy and two cats, Isabelle and Maizy Jane.
She is excited about practicing mobile veterinary medicine at Capital Home Veterinary Care and forming relationship with pets and their owners in the comfort of their home. She loves all aspect of veterinary medicine but has special interest in nutrition and injury rehabilitation.
Staff
Morgan Black
Veterinary Operations Director
Morgan has had a passion for helping animals for as long as she can remember! She has been in the veterinary field for over 10 years, with a short break in between to spend some time with her 3 children! Now that her oldest two have started school, she is so happy to be back in the veterinary field again, especially with such an amazing group as Capital Home Veterinary Care! When not working, Morgan loves spending time outdoors with her husband, kids and her crazy beagle, Darla!
Kaela Vincent
Veterinary Field Supervisor
Kaela joined our Capital Home Veterinary team in early 2022. She has since enrolled at Purdue University for a degree in Veterinary Technology. She shares her home with five crazy chihuahuas; Flicka, Sweet Pea, Sunshine, Tank and Tyson. She has always had a passion for helping animals, from walking dogs to training horses.
“I am ecstatic to be a part of this amazing team, helping those in need and furthering my knowledge in the veterinary field.”
Mary Cornell, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Bio coming soon
Clare Stover, LVT
Certified Veterinary Technician
Clare graduated with honors with a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology. During her time in school, she honed her skills through internships in emergency care, surgery, neurology, and ophthalmology, setting a strong foundation for her future career.
After completing her studies, Clare moved to Chicago, where she has spent over a decade as a dedicated veterinary nurse. Her diverse experience spans emergency care, internal medicine, and general practice, allowing her to develop a well-rounded approach to veterinary medicine.
A strong advocate for animal welfare, Clare became Fear Free certified several years ago, ensuring that every interaction with her patients is tailored to their individual needs, fostering a more compassionate and stress-free environment. Clare's passion for her work extends beyond her job; she has volunteered at high-volume spay/neuter clinics, including impactful trips to Ukraine. Her commitment to animal care is evident in her daily interactions and her willingness to give back to the community.
In her free time, Clare enjoys exploring nature and spending quality moments with her three beloved cats, affectionately referred to as the "Creamsicle Crew." Known among her peers as the "cat whisperer," she has a knack for connecting with feline friends and often shares her love of cats with those around her.
An artist at heart, Clare also enjoys writing, drawing, and sewing, embracing her creative side. Recently, she relocated to Richmond and is eager to explore all that the vibrant city has to offer.
Sabrina Soloman
Veterinary Field Assistant
Sabrina joined our team in September of 2022 with the goal of becoming a Veterinary Technician. She has an empathetic and healing heart towards all beings. Her compassionate confidence helps the animals know they can follow her to the van and their trust will not be broken. Her idea of success in veterinary medicine is empowering clients through education and support. She has recently completed the Class IV Medical Laser Certification and enjoys the implementation in the practice.
Ella Monroy
Veterinary Field Assistant
Ella grew up around Richmond and has always had a love of animals from a young age and wanted to work in the veterinary field as long as she can remember. She has an Associates Degree in Medical Assisting and worked in human medicine for several years before switching to veterinary medicine in 2021 and has enjoyed it ever since.
“Working with Capital Home Veterinary Care has been great! I find the mobile aspect of care is great for pets and it’s so much less stressful for them as compared to a hospital setting.”
Victoria Medina
Veterinary Field Assistant
Vicki has been in the veterinary field since 2019. Her love for animals came at a very young age when she would visit her aunt’s animal clinic every summer. Ever since then her love for them has only grown and is what led her to where she is now. Vicki also has a fur family of her own with her two kitty girls Stormy and Kaylee and her Doggo Russel. She strives to treat all of her patients as if they were her own and she can’t wait to come visit you and your fur family!
Courtney Tennity
Client Care Specialist
Growing up in the Finger Lakes region of New York state, Courtney was always bringing home an injured or lost creature. As an adult, in North Carolina, she volunteered for and eventually worked at the local animal shelter.
While she has not always worked with animals, she has always worked in a client facing role and is excited that she can meld her passions for animals and customer service in her position here at Capital Home Vet!
In her free time, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, and camping with her family and just about any activity that involves the outdoors! Her family includes her long-time partner, her three children, a dog, a cat, a snake, a couple of hermit crabs, and a mouse(!!).
Makayla Fox
Office and Veterinary Assistant
Makayla has loved animals her entire life and always dreamed of working in the veterinary field. She plans to attend Wilson college in the fall of 2025 majoring in veterinary nursing and equine studies. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her Brittany Spaniel, Sandy, or out riding her mustang, Diego!