Our Assistants

Jess moved to Asheville in 2006 to study at Warren Wilson College, and started working as an assistant at CSAH in 2008. She has since gone back to school at UNCA to pursue a degree in biology with a minor in mathematics. She enjoys spending her free time with her super sassy cat Stinky and goofy dog Zeke. She also likes to make often-failed attempts at gardening, cooking, and crafts, and loves to kitesurf and snowboard when given the opportunity.

Blair brings to CSAH over a decade of experience working in animal hospitals and managing a dog grooming salon. Blair and her husband moved to Asheville during the spring of 2011. This talented lady is a licensed massage therapist and hopes to become certified in canine massage therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys cuddling with her dog Ellie, reading, and fluffy puppies!

Our Head Assistant Brittany has worked at CSAH since March of 2012, though she has been working with animals since 2004. Brittany’s one true love and constant companion is her dog whom she rescued in 2007. After working through challenges with her own dog, Brittany has become more interested in canine behavior and training. In her free time, Brittany enjoys spending time outside hiking, camping, swimming, trying new restaurants, and exploring with her dog. She is delighted to have moved to such an “animal friendly” area and loves working at Charlotte Street Animal Hospital!

Jo Heath joined the team at CSAH in August 2012 as a Veterinary Assistant. She graduated from Hudson Valley Community College with an Associate degree in Arts, but has been working in the veterinary field for 16 years!  Jo especially enjoys educating clients so they can provide the best possible health care for their pets. She also loves working hands-on with animals. One day she hopes to adopt a Greyhound and Bernese Mountain Dog. Jo and her partner Jamie moved here from Virginia in January 2010. They love the area for its mountains, lakes, and joyful people. In Jo’s spare time she enjoys camping, hiking, and canoeing. Jo and Jamie share their home with 2 dogs: a Collie called Chewy & a 3-legged Lhasapoo named Bones; 2 cats: Zuri & Koda; a Red-eared Slider Turtle named Target; and a variety of fish and chickens.  Jo earned her Wildlife Rehabilitation License in 2011 from the WNC Nature Center and performs rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption for all sorts of critters. 

Preston was born on the muddy banks of the Mississippi River in the city of Davenport, Iowa.  After 10 years of living there with his family, he moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  For another 10 years he lived on the beach, spending hours in the ocean and marveling at the wildlife along the coast.  Since a young age, Preston has been inspired to learn about the animals we live with, both in and outside the home.  From the first day he started working at the Roanoke Island Animal Clinic, he fell in love with veterinary medicine.   After graduating high school and taking a semester at the College of the Albemarle working toward an Associate's Degree in Science, he moved to Asheville and continues classes at AB Technical Community College in hopes of transferring to North Carolina State University to begin Pre-Vet studies.  He dreams of one day becoming a veterinarian and continues to work toward that goal while enjoying time with all the wonderful people here at Charlotte Street Animal Hospital.

Delilah took in her first stray cat at a young age, and ever since then, caring for animals has developed into her life’s mission.  From snakes, to chipmunks, to goats, Delilah grew up caring for a multitude of pets.  She loves—and loves learning about—all animals.  Having earned an Associate of Arts Degree, Delilah moved from the coast to the mountains of western North Carolina in 2012. She is planning on becoming an animal rights attorney. Outside of work and school, Delilah spends time enjoying nature with her darling dog Ginger, reading, and exploring music.