Dr. Summer Godfrey

Veterinarian

Dr. Summer Godfrey has been passionately providing expert veterinary care for a wide range of animals—including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, pot-bellied pigs, reptiles, and equines—since 2005. She is proud to be part of the dedicated team at Amador Valley Veterinary Hospital.

Dr. Godfrey earned her degree from the prestigious U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. Her career began in Palm Springs, where she gained invaluable experience working with polo horses and small animals. During this time, she expanded her expertise by treating pot-bellied pigs and goats, further honing her ability to care for a diverse range of species.

A true animal lover at heart, Dr. Godfrey’s passion for veterinary care extends to exotic pets. She has a special interest in Veterinary Dentistry and continually stays updated through annual continuing education classes. In addition, Dr. Godfrey is a certified practitioner of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) since 2008 and is also certified in Canine Rehabilitation.

When she’s not caring for animals, Dr. Godfrey enjoys spending time with her husband, Steve, their children, Stevie Raye and Sterling, and their many dogs. Outside of work, Summer cherishes family time, whether it’s relaxing at home, visiting her in-laws’ ranch in Gold Country, or spending time with her parents in Palo Cedro.

Being part of an active family, they enjoy outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and playing with their dogs. Summer’s deep love and compassion for animals started early in life, growing up in a household where animal rescue and fostering were central values. This upbringing inspired her to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian.

Dr. Godfrey’s holiday seasons are lively and filled with joy—sometimes up to 15 dogs are in the household, making Christmas time a fun and rambunctious occasion!

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 12 pm
*Not accepting New Clients*

Dr. Laura Rensink

Veterinarian

Dr. Laura Rensink is a California native who has called the Bay Area home for nearly 30 years. After growing up in the Sacramento Valley, she attended Humboldt State to experience the beauty of the redwoods, completed her BS in Biology at San Diego State, and then earned her veterinary degree from the University of California, Davis, graduating in 1997. Dr. Rensink is proud to be part of the team at Amador Valley Veterinary Center.

Over the years, Dr. Rensink has worked in various veterinary hospitals across the Bay Area, gaining extensive experience in small animal medicine. She is a dedicated member of both the California Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Medical Association and stays current with the latest advancements in veterinary care by attending continuing education conferences annually.

When she's not caring for her patients, Dr. Rensink enjoys spending time with her husband and three grown children, whom she is immensely proud of. In her free time, she loves kayaking, whale watching, reading, crafting, and enjoying Broadway musicals. Dr. Rensink shares her home with one dog, three cats, and five doves, and she treasures the time spent with her pets.

Her favorite saying is: "Good days give happiness, bad days give experience, worst days give lessons, and best days give memories."

Schedule: Monday - Wednesay, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
​​​​​​​*Accepting New Clients

Shannon H.

Veterinary Assistant
Shannon has been working in the veterinary field for close to fifteen years and developed her love of animals through working in rescue throughout her teenage years. Shannon lives in Pleasanton with her husband, two sons, Austin and Noah, their three cats and Dog "Milo". Shannon runs a small business, making and selling custom-made tumblers in her free time. She also enjoys outings with her family, cooking, and reading.

Pam L.

Client Service Representative
Pam has worked for Amador Valley Veterinary Center since 2014. She comes from twenty+ years in the dental field, so the veterinary industry was a new experience. She enjoys learning all there is to know about animals and animal health and still learns something new every day. Pam loves to see all the different types of animals that visit her work. She has two dogs, Lola and Teddy, and two cats, Tyga and Raider, all of whom keep her and her husband on their toes. She enjoys spending her off time with her husband, Greg, and their two daughters, Nicole and Maddie.