Our Staff



Doctor

  • Sam Strauss , Medical Director


    A native of New York, Dr. Strauss attended Cornell University as an undergraduate, then completed his veterinary degree at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 1982. Since then, he has been practicing small animal and exotic medicine in the city of Pembroke Pines.
    In 1986, he opened Pembroke Lakes Animal Hospital, where he was the owner and medical director. In December 2005, he relocated the office to a larger facility at the current location, and renamed the office Weston Road Animal Hospital

    Dr. Strauss is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Florida VMA, the Broward County VMA, the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians, and the Association of Avian Veterinarians. His primary areas of interest include internal medicine, exotic animal medicine, and animal behavioral problems.

    Dr Strauss's wife Judy, is the facility administrator at Memorial West Same Day Surgical Center. He has two daughters the elder, Jamie, earned a Masters as a Physicians Assistant  in Anesthesia from Emory University College of Medicine and works at Grady Memorial Hopital in Atlanta. The younger, Melanie, is attending the University of South Florida. The Strauss family shares a home with a Standard Poodle, a Cairn terrier, two cats, and an indeterminate number of orchids.


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  • Bruce Weiner, Associate Veterinarian


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    Originally from the Boston area(GO PATRIOTS!!!), Dr. Weiner completed his undergraduate degree in optical engineering at the University of Rochester in up state New York.  After working as an engineer for several years, he went back to get his Veterinary Degree at Tuffs University in 2000.

    Dr. Weiner moved to South Florida immediately after graduation and began working at a clinic in Hollywood.  After working there for several years, he moved a bit west to the Weston area with his new family and started working relief and part time in the Broward and Dade county area.

    Dr. Weiner is a member of the American Veterinary Medical association, the Florida Veterinary Medical Association, and the Broward County Veterinary Medical association.  His special interests are internal medicine, particularly oncology, and working with clients and their dogs and cats.

    Dr. Weiner has a wonderful wife and a beautiful 14-year-old daughter, both of them whom he is amazed at and indebted to for being able to put up with him.  He shares his home with 3 dogs (including Hoover, a 3 legged pug), 4 indoor only cats, 5 barn cats, several birds, 4 horses and a beta fish named Zacody.


Management

  • Sharon Stone-Shim , Office Manager


    Sharon is originally from Virginia, but has spent most of her life in South Florida. Sharon is married to her husband, David and has 3 beautiful girls- Devon, Madison and Kendahl. Sharon earned an Associates Degree as a paralegal from Broward Community College. Sharon loves horses and has a long history in barrel racing, equine breeding and showing. Sharon currently has a Shetland Sheepdog named Morgan and 2 Collies named Dylan and Payton.

    Sharon  joined our practice in 1990 and is our practice manager. She ensures our efficient flow of work and high standard of medicine. Sharon is responsible for all of our day to day activities and is the heart of our practice. Sharon hires new staff, orders inventory for our hospital, keeps all of our accounts up to date and provides educational training for our staff.

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Technician

  • Mr. Roly Busto , Firefighter/Paramedic


    A native of south Florida, Roly graduated from McArthur High School in Hollywood. He has been employed by Dr. Strauss since 1992, and holds the position of technician team leader. He is responsible for training current and new staff. Roly is also bilingual, fluent in Spanish. He is currently still working for us in a part time role, he is shared with us by Ft. Lauderdale Fire Rescue where he is employed as a firefighter/paramedic full time.

    Roly's current menagerie includes: Dash, A Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier and Angus, an Eastern Indigo snake. His special areas of interest include behavior medicine, dentistry, & exotic animal medicine, especially reptiles.


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  • Latte, Our Best Friend


    Born in 1996, Latte is a red-nosed American Pitbull Terrier. Originally adopted as our office guard dog, she was quickly promoted to blood donor. She has a blood type which is transfusable to all dogs of differing blood types. Latte has saved numerous dogs in their desperate time of need.
     
    Latte can often be seen behind the reception desk (usually looking for food) as she loves to greet our guests. Most of her day is spent in the doctors office eating chewies and resting for her night duties. We love our Pitbull and show that in the correct hands these dogs are gentle and loving, not the vicious beasts often desired by those who give the breed the bad name they have.
     
     
    We at Weston Road Animal Hospital as well as the Strauss family were deeply saddened by the loss. Latte will be sorely missed by us and all those who were lucky enough to be touched by her presence.
     
    A sincere thank you from those who were saved by your blood transfusions. LATTE WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!

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  • Mrs. Katie Jager


    Katie was born in Ohio and raised in South Florida. She graduated from Port Charlotte High School on the west coast. Katie joined our practice in 2006 and has been a wonderful addition to our staff. In her spare time she enjoys photography and spending time with her husband and beautiful baby girl, Addaline.

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  • Mrs. Angelina Turnbull


    Angelina comes to us from Colorful Colorado. After graduating from Smokey Hill High School in 1991, she made her way to sunny South Florida in 1994. She has always had a passion for animals and people. With extensive work in the pet boarding/ daycare industry, showing and raising her own dogs, Angelina wanted to expand her knowledge to the veterinary field. This she has been doing for the past 5 years and has plans to continue her education when the opportunity arises.


    Angelina, her husband, Terry, and son, Dakota share their home with two dogs, Dillinger and Teddybear, a cat, Skosh, a Scarlet Macaw, Aladdin and raccoon, Scooter.


    She loves to spend time at the beach and outdoors, reading, enjoys movies and sports.

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Reception

  • Kim Jager


    Kim was born and raised in South Florida. Kim's spare time is devoted to her daughters Hailey,Taylor, and the love of her life, Richard. She also adores her four legged daughter Alana, an Italian Mastiff, as well.  Kim's first job out of school began at an animal hospital and has been in the industry ever since. She enjoys it so much that she plans to further her education in the field. Kim has been a wonderful addition to our staff, look for her at the front desk!

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  • Miss Kristin Kendall


    Kristin was born and raised in Miami, Florida. Kristin attended Western High School in Davie and graduated in 2004. Her hobbies include fishing, spending time with her boyfriend, her handsome little man, Cameron, family, friends and pets. Kristin joined our practice in 2007. You can always look forward to seeing her wonderful smile at our front desk. Vetsuite_Img_42728
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Kennel

  • Mr. Manny Arrese


    Manny was born and raised in Miami, Florida. He graduated from Coral Park Senior High.  Manny spent most of his adult years as a very successful business man.  He is now doing what he has always loved the most, working with animals.  Manny plans to become a Certified Veterinary Technician by attending St. Petersburg College.  In addition he is a wonderful father to his 3 gorgeous daughters, Lorraine, Bianca, & Natalie, and his four-legged kids, 2 beagles, Buddy & Dixie. He has a genuine love for music and is a professional DJ in his spare time.  He is such a wonderful asset to our hospital and staff.  You can look forward to him taking care of your pets with love and affection. Vetsuite_Img_54127
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  • Jon Masson


    Jon was born and raised in Miami, Florida.  He moved to the Weston area in 2005.  He graduated from Cypress Bay High School in 2009.  He is now attending Broward College in a pursuit of a Biology Degree.  He plans to further his education at Florida State University to become a Doctor of Pediatric Medicine. 
    He presently owns 3 dogs (Jesse, Niko, and Kodie) 2 Birds and a turtle. He enjoys  playing and watching football. He has always enjoyed animals and taking care of them. 
    He is an amazing addition to our staff, and we hope working hands on in this medical field will greatly help him in his future career!!!
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Grooming

  • Mrs. Diana Mosquera


    Diana was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  She relocated to the United States in 2000. She has been a wonderful groomer for 12 years.  Her ultimate love is her mixed breed dog named P.C., and her cat, Tito. If your pet would like the best haircut in town, stop by, and Diana will take care of them !!!  Vetsuite_Img_54133
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