Ava joined the Needham Animal Hospital team in October 2026 as a Groomer. A Wilmington native, Ava grew up in the area and attended New Hanover High School and Cape Fear Community College. Ava has always felt a strong connection to animals and grew up in a home with three or more pets at a time. Her love for animals has always been an important part of her life, and she’s excited to turn that passion into a career.
At home, Ava shares her space with two roommates and their two cats, Misa and Rem. Outside of work, she has a creative side and enjoys all types of art, especially stained glass art. She also loves spending time in nature, gardening, cooking, and finding ways to live more sustainably through recycling and being environmentally conscious.
