Meet Our Team
Dr. Erik Ask
Dr. Erik Ask’s destiny as a feline only veterinarian was decided very early in life by his first Siamese cat, Flicka, as his crib was her preferred sleeping spot. Since those early months, Dr. Ask’s life has been cat oriented. His cat preferred life was made official in 2004 when he received his Degree in Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University. He has practiced feline exclusive medicine since graduation in several exceptional feline hospitals along the east coast. During this time, he had the unique opportunity to hone his feline medical & surgical skills and incorporate the latest veterinary technology into his medicine. He became the owner of Cats Only Veterinary Hospital in 2008. Dr. Erik Ask lives with three Siamese cats Cashew, Darwin & Bo-Pah.
Professional Degrees:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology & Animal Physiology – Cornell University 2001
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – Cornell University 2004
Professional Assocations:
- AAFP (American Association of Feline Practitioners)
- AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association)
- AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association)
Special Interests:
- Laser Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Pain management
- Senior medicine
- Dentistry
Alyssa
Veterinary Nurse
Our veterinary nurse Alyssa has been with Cats Only since 2013 and has been in the veterinary field since 2008. She has always had a passion for cats and enjoys working with them daily. She lives with 3 cats (Romero, Wes & Presley) and 1 dog (Spring).
Carly
Technician
Our veterinary nurse Carly has been working in the veterinary field since 2012. In her spare time she enjoys playing ice hockey & recording music as a multi-instrumentalist. Carly lives with her dog, Benita, and 4 cats: Cafrin, Hank, Bae Jae & Beetlejuice.
Bianca
Receptionist
Our receptionist Bianca has been in the human health world since 2017 but has always had a special bond with animals. As a child she wanted to become a veterinarian which has led to her finding her ideal role at Cats Only. She lives with her beloved kitty foster fail, George.
Leeanne
Receptionist
Our receptionist Leeanne has been in the human health world since 2005 and transitioned to the veterinary field in 2021. Her goal is to go to school to become a veterinary assistant. She is cat mom to Orange, Kiley, & Kaylee.
Jessica
Technician
Our veterinary nurse always knew that she wanted to work with animals and has been in the field for 7 years. In her spare time she enjoys horseback riding, being in nature, and taking naps with her kitty companion, Cat.
Alicia
Receptionist
Our receptionist has been in the veterinary field since 2021 and is currently studying to be a veterinary assistant. She has always loved animals, especially cats, and is loving working with them daily. She is also cat mom to Cornflake.