Jesse: Co-Practice Manager and Co-Laboratory Supervisor
Jesse joined Dixie Animal Hospital in September 2016, but has been working in the animal health industry for the past 6 years. Jesse is currently a Biology major at Miami-Dade College on his way to earning his nursing degree making him one step closer to achieving his M.D. In the past, he has volunteered at Friends Forever Rescue assisting with hospital care. He will stop at nothing to help all pets ill or injured. His unrestricted love and passion for animals keeps him motivated to move forward and overcome all obstacles. He owns one spoiled Labrador Retriever named Lily. With his free time, Jesse enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with family and friends.
Jules, CVT: Co-Practice Manager and Co-Laboratory Supervisor
Jules joined the Dixie Animal Hospital team in September 2014. Prior to joining Dixie Animal Hospital, Jules graduated from the Veterinary Technician program at Miami Dade College. She has since earned the title of Certified Veterinary Technician; CVT. Jules became Co-Laboratory/Kennel Supervisor in October 2022. Her passion for animals has been her driving factor in pursuing veterinary medicine. In the past, she has volunteered with the Cat Network, assisting them with their Meow Mobile. Jules also spent time volunteering at Zoo Miami with the children's Summer Camp program. With her free time, Jules enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, reading, and going to concerts. She enjoys traveling to far-away lands such as Ireland, and hopes to continue to travel in the future, particularly to her dream destination, Italy.
Antinique: Assistant Laboratory Supervisor
Antinique joined Dixie Animal Hospital in August of 2013 but has been working in the animal health industry for the past 10 years. She briefly left Dixie to pursue other endeavors, but rejoined with us in 2023. Antinique has proven to provide hard work and commitment to our facility. A Miami native, Antinique graduated from Miami Edison Senior High in 2001 and then graduated from The English Center in 2003 with a Veterinary Assisting Certificate. She spent over 10 years working for Animal Emergency Clinic taking care of multiple critical care patients each day! While Antinique enjoys working with animals and coming to work daily, she uses her off time to relax in the sun often choosing to go day fishing for the local delicacies. Antinique does not currently have any pets but spends affectionate time with the kittens we have for adoption here at the clinic, contemplating whether or not to take one home.
Marcus
Marcus joined the Dixie family in February 2022. Having graduated from FIU with his BA in spring of that year, he is currently working on his final steps before applying to FIU’s OT Master’s program. He loves dogs and cats of all shapes, sizes, and breeds and loves treating every pet he sees as though they were his own. He owns a lovable beagle mix named Peaches. During his free time, Marcus enjoys exercising, watching movies, and being an all-around swell guy.
Chelsea
Chelsea joined the team at Dixie Animal Hospital in August 2023, aspiring to become a veterinarian specializing in shelter medicine. She has been working in the veterinary field since 2021. In August 2022, she graduated from Florida International University with a bachelor's degree in Biological Science. Chelsea has an American Bulldog mix named Primrose, whom she spoils with stuffed toys and tasty dog treats. Her family also has a Maltipoo named Cookie, two senior cats, and four rabbits. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking pescatarian dishes, watching movies, and going to the beach.
Braden
Coming from a hospitality background of planning and executing weddings, mitzvah’s, baby showers, and other large events, Braden is relatively new to animal care apart from participating in Eagle Scout projects for Miami-Dade animal shelters and owning 13 pets of my own. He is a member of the pre- vet society FIU and currently enrolled in FIU as part of the biological sciences degree program. Braden enjoys being out on the water exploring our 1,700+ islands in the keys and is the proud owner of a mobile trailer repair company that covers the Miami-Dade area.
Damian
Damian is of Dominican and Cuban descent. He has been studying veterinary medicine for three and a half years at Robert Morgan Educational Center, and he previously studied zoology for four years, which sparked his passion for helping and caring for animals and providing them with happy, healthy lives. Music is another major passion of his, and he plans to pursue it after completing his college studies in veterinary medicine. He owns a three-year-old lionhead rabbit named Alex, whom he has cared for since she was just three months old. He is always willing to help people and animals in need, even without personal benefit; the joy and well-being of animals and their caretakers is enough for him. In his free time, he enjoys playing jazz, alternative, and classical guitar, as well as spending time in nature with animals while practicing photography. Damian plans to attend college in London to study veterinary medicine at the Royal Veterinary College and, after completing that, to attend the Royal College of Music.
Natalie
Natalie was born and raised in Miami and comes from a Cuban background. Her passion for animals started at a young age and led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. She has been in the industry working hands on with animals since 2023 where she interned at Zoo Miami while studying Marine Biology, where she completed her B.S. At home, she has two beloved tortoises, Timmy and Johnny. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys traveling, hiking, the beach, and yoga/pilates.
