Meet Our Team

Tad H. Marvin

DVM

Dr. Rachel Schaffhauser

Veterinarian

Dr. Schaffhauser is an Arkansas native who grew up in the Little Rock area. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Arkansas in 2019 (go hogs!) and received her veterinary degree from Louisiana State University in 2023. She enjoyed her time in Louisiana but is glad to be back in the Natural State! Her veterinary interests are in companion animal medicine as well as palliative/end of life care. She loves to spend her free time exploring nature with her 2 dogs, Moo and Bart, followed by a good book at home.

Jennifer

Practice Manager

Jennifer has been the practice manager at Bellevue Animal Clinic since 2021. Jennifer began her career in veterinary medicine in 2009 where she started in the kennels and quickly worked her way up to a veterinary assistant. Jennifer spent most of her career assisting in orthopedic surgeries before deciding to finish her degree in 2019. In 2021 Jennifer received her Bachelor of Science degree in human resources from the University of Arkansas Fayetteville global campus (woo pig sooie!) with the support of her husband and daughter. Outside of the clinic Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and their two Labradors, Roux and JuJu. Jennifer especially enjoys fishing, college sports, and cheering for her daughter in softball and volleyball. Jennifer is also part of the organization, Christian Veterinary Mission, where she volunteers her time to assist in overseas mission trips.

Amy

CVT Lead Technican

Amy is our lead certified veterinary technician and comes to Bellevue Animal Clinic with 20 years of experience in the veterinary field. Her past experiences include small animal general practice, emergency medicine, teaching in a veterinary technology program and shelter medicine. Amy has a passion for spay/neuter and can be found volunteering at the Humane Society on weekends. In her spare time, you can find Amy spending time with her son, husband and two dogs. Some of her hobbies include reading, working out, and hunting as a family.

Emma

Certified Veterinary Technician

Emma Stalnaker is a CVT who graduated in 2020 from the ASU Beebe vet tech program. Her background is in Emergency Veterinary medicine. Her favorite things to do outside of the clinic are reading, crafting, hiking, and writing. She even has a children’s book in the works!

Sarah

Veterinary Assistant

Sarah joined Bellevue in April of 2019 as a Veterinary Assistant.  Her love and respect for animals showed at a young age and she knew early on that she wanted a job centered around the care and protection of animals. While she adores animals of all kinds, Cats hold a special place in her heart. Sarah has two cats of her own, Starscream and Buyo. They’re her “Handsome Boys.” Sarah graduated from Morrilton Highschool in May of 2011. She began studying Environmental Sciences and Fish and Wildlife Management and received her Associates in Business in 2019. She is currently in her 2nd year of Veterinary Technology classes at San Juan College. Sarah is married and has a beautiful daughter named Addalynn. In 2019 her and her Husband, Alex, decided to design and build they’re own “Tiny” home on their property in Perryville, Arkansas. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, reading her favorite books, playing her favorite video games, watching her favorite Animes and hiking. Sarah loves to provide excellent care for our Patients.

Autumn

Veterinary Technician

Autumn has been a vet/ technician’s assistant for about 5 years now, and has been with us 8 months, and has just started tech school to become a certified veterinary technician, she loves to spend time with her two human baby boys Camdyn and Rowan, and her three fur babies Nazareth, Omen and Oasis ( pictured ) and her one feline friend an orange tabby named Clint Eastwood.

Kimberly

Veterinary Assistant

Kimberly initially came to Bellevue during her student externship in late 2023 and decided to join the team long term to enhance her ongoing education at PennFoster college in their Veterinary Technician program. She was raised in Washington state with farm animals as a child and that love for animals transferred to her own family through the years especially with horses. Following years of horse ownership and barrel racing with her daughter, she knew she wanted to go back to school and learn animal medicine, specifically large animals with a special emphasis on equine medicine once she earns her degree. When Kimberly is not studying during the week or at Bellevue clinic, she can be found enjoying the outdoors with her husband Darren and their two English Cream Golden Retrievers Bodi and Boone. They often travel to see both their son and daughter who live out of state and also periodically travel overseas and tour the globe with Darren’s employer.

Bailey

Groomer

Bailey has been with the Bellevue family since September 2017. She is Texas born but Arkansas raised and a proud NLRHS graduate. Her passion for the care of animals showed at a very young age. In 2014 she decided to pursue a career in grooming, following the footsteps of her mother. With a strong customer service background she loves what she does here at Bellevue, always helping to keep our clients happy and patients stylish. Outside of work Bailey is very family oriented, spending time with her 7 year old son, Waylon. Fishing, hunting and riding four wheelers with their two pups Belle and Koal any chance they get.

Kim

Receptionist

Kim has been a receptionist at Bellevue for several years and is always there to greet your four-legged family member with a smile. Kim recently was adopted by a kitty she named Meow, who she loves very much. In her off time, you can find Kim feeding the birds, squirrels, rabbits, & chipmunks. Kim is an animal lover of all kinds.

Brandi

Receptionist

Kenzie

Receptionist

Kenzie is one of our experienced receptionists. She has a love for animals having five cats and 1 dog herself. When she is not working, she spends her free time with her husband who is a fly fishing guide and her toddler daughter in Heber Springs.

Deb

Kennel Associate

Hi, I’m Deb. I work in the boarding, bathing area of the clinic. I enjoy taking care of the pets and making their stay as comfortable as possible. We love when pets are happy to come here. In my time off I love exploring our beautiful forests and state parks with my two dogs and friends. Get outside y’all!

Bailee

Kennel Associate

Bailee is a member of our Kennel Crew and is proud pet parent to seven dogs, one cat, and two jumping spiders! She takes great pride and joy in the level of care she provides to any and all of the patients she encounters. With an overwhelming passion for animals that dates back as long as she can remember, Bailee plans to further her career in the veterinary field. She is also deeply involved in animal rescue and wildlife rehabilitation, a journey she began at the age of 15. When Bailee isn’t at the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her pets or working hard to advance her knowledge in professional dog training. While she loves all animals, she holds a special place in her heart for geriatric cats, bully/pit bull breeds, and dogs that just need a little extra love and kindness.

Caitlin

Kennel Associate

Caitlin is 1 of 12 siblings who grew up in a house filled with love, joy, and happiness. Caitlin has always loved animals. Caitlin wants to share her love and happiness to all the animals and owners that come in the clinic.