Pet Friends Veterinary Hospital OKC

Tamara Smith, DVM

Dr. Smith earned her Bachelors degree from Grinnell College in Iowa, and received her DVM from Colorado State University in 1988. She enjoys working with exotics and is passionate about keeping our geriatric pets happy and pain-free into their sunset years.

Outside of work, Dr. Smith loves working with her horses and outdoor activities with her husband, two sons, and friends.

Lacia Dunn, RVT

Lacia has earned her associates in veterinary technology from OSU OKC and achieved her goal of becoming a registered technician in 2018. She enjoys working with rabbits and has a special interest in parasitology.

Lacia loves spending time with her daughter, dogs, and cats.

Debbie McDaniels, Office Manager

Debbie has been working in the veterinary field since 2013, and joined the Pet Friends Team back in 2022. She has two dogs, Bella and Snuggles, and has a special place in her heart for shih tzus. Despite having a lot of experience assisting and working reception, she has now taken on the role of office manager.

When not at the clinic, Debbie enjoys spending time with her husband and family.

Allison Rondeau, Kennel Technician

Allison graduated from OSU with her bachelor’s degree in Pre-Vet Zoology in 2024. She hopes to one day apply to vet school and become a veterinarian at a zoo. While her main duties are for kennel and boarding, Allison also fills in for assisting and reception.

On her free time, Allison reads books and spends time with her two cats and lizard, Turkey Jerky.