Meet Our Rehabilitation Team

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Joann, Liz, Chris and Mallory 

Chris Rico,VT, CCRP

Chris Rico, a veterinary technician for more than 20 years, has worked in many areas of veterinary medicine including private practice, emergency medicine and for a busy local neurosurgeon.  A team member at Paradise since 2001, she brings tremendous hands on knowledge to her clients as well as compassion and confidence to her patients.  She completed the University of Tennessee Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner program in June 2004.  She is the first veterinary technician in Maryland to be certified CCRP.

Mallory's Bio

I have worked at Paradise Pet Therapy for 5 1/2 years.  I have two dogs and two cats of my own and I have always had a passion for animals.

Currently, I am attending college at CCBC to become a registered nurse.  I hope to use the experience and knowledge I have gained here at Paradise to further my career in nursing.

Joann's Bio

I have worked at Paradise Pet Therapy for the past six years.  My husband and I are the proud owners of three dogs and two cats. 

I graduated from the CCBC Veterinary Technician program in 2008 and I am currently attending classes at the University of Tennessee to complete my goal to become a CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner).

Liz's Bio:

When I am not working I am usually out with my two dogs.  I love walking and hiking almost as much as they do.  I have two cats as well.

I have worked at Paradise Pet Therapy for a little over a year.  This was my first experience working at an animal hospital and I have already learned so much.  I am currently going to school to become a Veterinary Technician.  I hope to enroll in the program at the University of Tennessee to become a CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner).