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Melanie Ritterhoff, CVT
Credentialed Veterinary Technician
Melanie joined the Banfield team in 2018. She enjoys working for Banfield as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician and is passionate about providing all pets with the care they need. Melanie has 15 pets: 12 dogs and three cats. In her free time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her dogs. Melanie passionately believes in Banfield’s mission — creating a better world for pets — by ensuring pet parents are aware and understand what heartworms really are.
About Melanie Ritterhoff
Years in practice
2018 - 2025
Pronouns
She / her
Personal interests
Reading and spending time with her dogs.
Pets
12 dogs, 3 cats