Dorell Sackett

Director

“I am proud to be a part of Spay-Neuter Action Project and to help empower people to be responsible pet owners. SNAP improves the welfare of pets, people and the community. Reaching 95,000 dogs, cats, and rabbits altered in San Diego County aboard our 38-foot high-volume mobile surgical unit, along with educating scores of families locally on the importance of proper pet care is a milestone for pets in this county.”

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Melina Lavullis

Engagement Coordinator

Melina is passionate about making prevention simple and accessible, and using community outreach, partnerships, and storytelling to help pets and the people who love them stay together.

Kylie Bennett

Fundraising and Outreach Coordinator

Temporary Leave of Absence – but she’ll see you soon! 
Kylie will help you with all your scheduling needs. She is knowledgeable about many local San Diego organizations and has options for you and your pet. Kylie is a kitten and dog foster failure. Ask her what trouble Charlie has gotten into today!

You may also see Kylie at many of our fundraising events. She will help you with your donations and any fundraising activities you may want to do to help reduce pet overpopulation.

Joy Zakarian

Grants Program Manager

“I am excited for the opportunity to use my grant writing experience to benefit animals and SNAP. Spaying and neutering our pets is the key to reducing the numbers of unwanted and homeless animals. As costs for private veterinary care rise, low-cost services like what SNAP provides are more important than ever. SNAP depends on donations and grants to make this work possible. I am happy to be part of the team and grateful to all donors.” (Joy is pictured here with Mr Tibbs.)

Bill Bondshu

COEL: Community Outreach, Education, and Legislation

“I was honored to accept the opportunity to join SNAP to focus on enhancing the human-pet bond and reducing the number of homeless pets throughout the San Diego Community. At SNAP, we believe every pet deserves a long and happy life in a home with people who love, cherish and depend on their companionship. I look forward to using my experience in legislation, sales, development, and human relations in combination with my love for animals to contribute meaningfully to my new role with SNAP and the community at large. Together with like-minded pet lovers, we can ensure a healthier and more humane future for all members of our San Diego Community.”

SNAP Medical Clinic Management

Dr. Laura Paris, DVM

SNAP North Medical Manager

Tristan Drown, VA

SNAP North Clinic Manager

Majda Eldred, VA

SNAP East Clinic Manager

Scheduling Team

Dahlia Banuelos

Scheduler

“Hey peeps! I’m Dahlia! I’m a professional multitasker with years of customer service experience and a passion for helping people and their pets. I’m also a proud mom of two amazing kids, and a strong supporter of teachers and students. By day, I coordinate appointments and help pet parents get their fur babies scheduled for their spay and neuter visits. I enjoy being part of a team that helps families access important care for their pets and keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes.”

Ashley Gomez

Scheduler

“Hi! I’m Ashley. With a background in customer service and life as a busy mom to four amazing girls (hello, sports schedules!), I’ve mastered the art of time management. I’m also a proud dog mom to two lovable French Bulldogs, so I understand just how much our pets mean to us. I’m excited to bring that same energy and organization to help you and your pets have the best experience possible!”

Michell Sydoriak

Scheduler

“I love working for SNAP because I am passionate about animal welfare/spaying and neutering! In my free time I foster rats for Wee Companions (I have loved rats all my life). I am a huge fan of the Bully breeds and love to support rescues that advocate for those big block heads. Once a week I go to a rescue in Jamul to socialize/exercise large dogs that were rescued from the shelter.”

Shelly Villalobos

Lead Scheduler
“Hi there! I’m Shelly Villalobos, and I’m part of SNAP’s amazing scheduling team. With years of customer service and administrative experience under my belt, I thrive on creating positive experiences for our clients. I’m also a proud mom of three energetic kids, which keeps my life full of joy and adventure. When I’m not busy at work, you can find me spending time with my family at the beach! I’m excited to bring my passion and expertise to everything I do, and I look forward to connecting with you!”

Veterinarians

Dr. Kate Bader
Dr. Ron Cammarata
Dr. Kristen Frank

 

 
Dr. Lance Gibson
Dr. Sulani Grindle
Dr. Erica Johnson
Dr. Scharlet Kelly
 
 
Dr. Natasha Lefkowitz
Dr. Ixchel Mosely
Dr. Terry Paik
Dr. Laura Paris —
  PREMISE
 
Dr. Zoie Schaefer
Dr. Emma Smith
Dr. Lisa Tomlinson
Dr. Sharon Zito —
  PREMISE
 

Registered Veterinary Technicians

Brittany Bautista
Patty Goycochea
Maya Rich
Laura Rojas
Perla Ward
 

Veterinary Technicians

Maryann Dali
Nicole Diaz
Tristan Drown
Majda Eldred
Kristin Woodbury

Kennel Assistants & Client Services

Lynn Hunter
Alessa-Marie Padilla
Angie Wester

Vaccine Technicians

Maya Rich, RVT
Laura Rojas, RVT
 

Neuter Scooter
Drivers

Barto Bartolucci
John Hammond

 

“Quotes” from Our Customers

“Absolutely wonderful for low-income elderly.”
– Rita from Oceanside

“We wanted to say thank you soooo much for offering this service for our sweet kitty! We totaled up how much service we received for $30 and it would have been about THREE times as much! We’re on a ridiculous budget right now, so we really needed this special very much! Thank you, and bless you all!”
– Love from Shannon, Shayne & Luna

“SNAP is a great organization. Anyone who goes out of their way to help animals is great in my book and SNAP does more than go out of their way. They’re a group of wonderfully dedicated and selfless people.”
– Mike S.

“Thank God for this program. Couldn’t afford it without you”
– T. Tigert