Megan Urton
With a background in wildlife biology and emergency response, Megan Urton brings many valuable skills to her role at DoveLewis. She received a Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology, and she has 12 years of emergency response experience as a volunteer first responder. Today, as the manager of our technician assistants, she is responsible for hiring, scheduling and training her team.
Megan has a special interest in creating a stress-free treatment environment for the patients and her team. This includes training her staff in the techniques of appropriate restraint and emphasizing the safety of all parties.
A rewarding work experience
"I enjoy being a part of an efficient team dedicated to the health and well-being of animals."
Professional interests
- Team training
- Safe and effective animal handling skills
- Workplace safety and staff safety
- Animal safety
- Emergency response
- Community service
Education
- Oregon State University – Fisheries and Wildlife Science, B.S.
Pets:
- Two Beaucerons - Balder and Aegis (both Superhero blood donors!)
- One domestic shorthair tabby - Ivar
