Our Veterinarians & Certified Veterinary Technicians

Rachel Poet, DVM

Dr. Poet has been serving patients and clients at Highland for 20 years and owns the practice.
She graduated from the Oregon State University, College of Veterinary Medicine.
She values making long-term connections with pets and their people.
Dr. Poet is the proud owner of three dogs, ferrets, two rabbits, and a leopard gecko.
Outside of work she enjoys exercise, reading and going camping. 
Dr. Poet is passionate about coffee, Star Wars and
spending time with her family.

Blayne Houston, CVT

 



Blayne has been with Highland since January 2015. Blayne graduated from
Central Oregon Community College with an Associate of Applied Science Veterinary
Technology Degree. Blayne loves her job because she is always seeing something new
and medically fascinating. She is a proud Pug-Mom to the very busy Hamilton. 
Outside of work, Blayne enjoys video games, reading, and going thrift shopping. 
She is passionate about all things Pug. 

Support Staff

Jessica: Receptionist

 



Jessica joined Highland in the summer of 2022 and brings many years of experience in the
veterinary industry. Outside of work, Jessica loves anything outside - skiing, hiking, traveling - the
world is for exploring! If she must be inside, Jessica enjoys woodworking, crafting, gardening,
building just about anything, and - most especially - time with her family.

Jessica: Receptionist

Katarina began with the Highland team as a receptionist in May of 2023. She enjoys developing relationships with clients and their pets
and encouraging client education. She loves spending time with her husband, children, and her dog, Ranger. 
Outside of work, Katarina enjoys relaxing in her hammock with a good book and doing all things outdoors.

Sarah: Veterinary Assistant

Sarah joined our veterinary assistant team in March of 2021. She is passionate about client education and
helping our clients optimize their relationships with their pets. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys
anything outdoors - hiking, horseback riding, golfing, and spending time with her Australian Shepherds. Sarah is also a
professional dog groomer and trains AKC show dogs. Sarah recently graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Psychology.

Kira: Veterinary Assistant

Kira joined Highland in August 2023 as a Veterinary Assistant.
Kira is a recent graduate from Oregon State University, and plans to go back soon for veterinary school.

She has an extensive background in large animal medicine and found a passion in equine science.

Outside of work, Kira loves spending time outdoors on her paddleboard! She is also a plant lover with a large indoor

plant collection, and she knows how juggle!
 

Annika: Kennel Assistant

Annika joined Highland in late 2021. She enjoys getting experience working with
animals. She is the proud owner of many pets of all varieties. Annika graduated from high
school in 2022 and now attends Bushnell University, where she is working toward her
long time dream of becoming a Veterinarian. 

Kayleen: Kennel Assistant

Kayleen joined the Highland team the fall of 2022. She is working on completing her high school education

and has plans to pursue veterinary medicine in college. Kayleen loves all animals, and has a cat of her own.

Apart from animals, Kayleen loves to write, and enjoys writing screen plays and short stories.