our pets are our family

Sharada Mahalingham

Veterinarian

Dr. Sharada Mahalingham grew up in Mumbai, India, and became interested in veterinary medicine while volunteering with a local animal shelter during high school. After graduating with her veterinary degree from Bombay Veterinary College, she moved to the United States in 2013. In 2016, she obtained a Master’s Degree in toxicology from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, and the same year, she completed licensing requirements for foreign veterinary graduates. She then completed a year-long internship in small animal medicine and surgery at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Michigan, followed by a year-long internship in emergency and critical care at Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital. She practiced emergency medicine in Washington state for four years before transitioning into urgent care and general practice. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine with special interests in toxicology, emergency, and internal medicine. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, traveling, camping, reading, biking, water sports, and spending time with her husband Devin, dog Fia, and cat Kiki.

Michael Taylor

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Michael Taylor grew up in Oklahoma before moving to Colorado, where he attended Colorado State University, earning a master’s degree in toxicology in 2016 and a veterinary degree in 2020. He has worked in small animal general practice in Seattle since 2020, before joining the team at Island Animal Hospital in 2026. He enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine with specific interests in chronic pain management, senior pet care, soft tissue surgery, and dental surgery.

He is passionate about providing comprehensive care for pets with an integrative approach that incorporates pain management, behavior, nutrition, dental care, and management of chronic diseases. He values building strong relationships with pet parents to help create a collaborative environment that improves medical care, provides helpful education, and fosters the human-animal bond. Outside of work, Dr. Taylor enjoys hiking, reading, cooking, gardening, and birdwatching. That said, his favorite thing to do is relax at home on a rainy day and watch movies with his wife, Kinley; dogs, Maya and Charlie; and cat, Cricket.

Mars

Hospital Director

Mars comes to Island Animal Hospital with over 5 years of experience. They have worked in emergency, urgent, and general practice and are excited to see what skills they can bring to Island. They are a Seattle local and in their spare time enjoy walks through the beautiful parks, attending local music events, and spending time with their Chihuahua mix Misifu.

Jonathan

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Hi, my name is Jonathan, but my friends call me Jon. I have 12 years of experience as a veterinary technician, specializing primarily in surgery and shelter work. My love of animals has been lifelong, starting with my first pet, a dog my family adopted when I was in elementary school. I honestly don’t remember a time without animals in my life. As the owner of two special-needs dogs (my current dogs are both blind), I know how challenging vet visits can be for special needs animals. This has really been one of the most fulfilling parts of my career to date. I strive to make each visit for every animal a positive experience. When I am not working, I enjoy reading, traveling, and hiking as many trails as possible with my wife, Julianna.

Emily

Veterinary Assistant

Emily comes to Island Animal Hospital with 4 years of experience in shelter work. She has a passion for working with fearful pets and is working on behavioral training certifications in her free time. She is originally from Massachusetts and enjoys spending time outside, either at the beach or hiking with her dogs, Mac and Nelson.

Bella

Veterinary Assistant

Bella began her path in veterinary medicine in 2022 as a fresh graduate, wanting to move into the animal field. She started in emergency as a kennel attendant and quickly found her passion and moved up to a veterinary assistant. From there, she transitioned to general practice and urgent care, where she found love for getting to know her patients and clients on a deeper level, which brings her to Island Animal Hospital. In her free time, Bella enjoys caring for her many family pets, doing arts and crafts, and spending time in nature.

Hannia

Veterinary Assistant

Hello! My name is Hannia, and I graduated from Pima in 2022. I have always had a huge passion for animals and caring for them. I got my first job as an animal caretaker at a doggy daycare, which is what persuaded me to go to school and pursue a career in the animal industry. In my free time, I enjoy watching films with my family and hanging out with my cats and my dog, Pasta! I am also a lover of Italian food; I am a huge pasta lover!

Cade

Veterinary Receptionist

Cade comes to Island Animal Hospital fresh from a busy mixed practice in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, focused on large and small animals as well as exotics and wildlife. As a relative newcomer to Seattle, they enjoy exploring all the city has to offer and getting on a ferry every chance they get. Cade left a background in design and marketing to pursue a more meaningful career in veterinary care.