The veterinarian-owner of AVS is Donald P. Thompson, DVM, FAAVA, originally from the St. Lawrence River Valley in Northern New York. He and his nine siblings grew up on a Holstein-Friesian dairy farm owned by his parents near Ogdensburg. Dr. Thompson has practiced in Vermont since graduation from the New York State College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University in 1984, serving the needs of both pets and farm animals. In the autumn of 2009 he completed the advanced level of Veterinary Acupuncture certification and has been named a Fellow of the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture. Dr. Thompson is the first to complete this advanced level of certification in New England and only the 13th to do so in the United States. His skilled approach to acupuncture and the extensive use of Chinese herbal therapies have greatly enhanced services offered to our patients.

Emily Bond, DVM, became an addition to our veterinary staff in March 2010. Originally from Springfield, Vermont, Emily grew up on a small hobby farm. Her interest in dairy cattle grew when she became a member of the student run dairy herd at the University of Vermont after (and while) also working in various capacities in both small and large animal clinics around Vermont. She graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts, West Indies and looks forward to using traditional and complementary medicine on both large and small animal patients.

Lisa DeLaricheliere, Office Manager, has worked at AVS for over ten years. She and her husband lived on and operated a dairy farm for 14 years with their two children, three dogs and two cats until 2001 when they sold the farm. They currently live in East Hardwick.

Holly M. Thompson, Dr. Thompson’s wife, has worked for AVS since 2003 and is currently in a part-time position, primarily assisting with the surgical case load. Holly is a licensed human acupuncturist and has a thriving practice in Stowe as part of the Little River Chiropractic and Wellness Center. She has been studying since 2008 for her Clinical Doctorate in Oriental Medicine.

Kate Latz has worked for AVS since 2007 as a veterinary technician. Kate was an integral part of a very successful Jersey dairy farm in Walden for many years and is now a valued addition to our practice. She currently lives in Williamstown, VT.