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Jill M. Patt, DVM - Medical Director
Founder & Veterinarian - Little Critters Veterinary Hospital
Experienced, Loving Care for Dogs, Cats & Exotic Pets
Dr. Jill Patt is the founder of Little Critters Veterinary Hospital and a trusted veterinarian serving the Mesa and Gilbert, Arizona communities. With over two decades of clinical experience, she provides experienced, loving care for dogs, cats, and a wide variety of exotic pets—including birds, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, amphibians, rodents, and other unique species.
A Lifelong Commitment to Animals
Dr. Patt’s lifelong commitment to animals began in early childhood and has shaped every part of her personal and professional life. Her home has always been filled with “little critters,” and she has personally raised, shown, and cared for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits, and many other exotic species.
Her first love was birds, and she developed years of hands-on experience in avian care, enrichment, nutrition, and behavior. But during veterinary school, she realized her passion couldn’t be confined to avian medicine alone. She was equally drawn to the complex needs of reptiles, small mammals, and traditional companion animals like dogs and cats. Among exotics, rabbits and birds remain especially close to her heart, but her expertise and dedication span the full range of exotic species—feathered, scaled, and furred.
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Education & Credentials
Dr. Patt began her academic journey at the Arizona State University Barrett Honors College, where she pursued pre-veterinary studies. She then earned both her Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Science and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Washington State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She was also inducted into the Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society, a distinction awarded to top veterinary graduates.
Veterinary Career & Community Contributions
Since earning her DVM in 2000, Dr. Patt has built a career rooted in clinical excellence, client education, and compassionate service. Her accomplishments include:
- Founding Little Critters Veterinary Hospital in Gilbert, AZ (2015)
- Volunteering at the Humane Society’s Medical Shelter
- Teaching as adjunct faculty in the Mesa Community College Veterinary Technician Program
- Co-founding Animal Doctors to the RESCUE, a nonprofit supporting rescue animals and underserved communities
Clinical Interests
Dr. Patt’s primary clinical focus is the medicine and surgery of exotic pets, including birds, reptiles, rabbits, rodents, amphibians, and small mammals. She uses species-specific diagnostics, advanced surgical techniques, and gentle handling to deliver thoughtful, high-level care to these often misunderstood patients.
Her additional clinical interests include:
- Preventative care and wellness for dogs, cats, and exotics
- Veterinary dentistry
- Pomeranian and toy breed medicine
- Client education and early disease detection
Personal Passion
At home, Dr. Patt and her husband, Robert, are surrounded by their beloved Pomeranians, affectionately known as their MyPomPals. Together, they manage Little Critters Veterinary Hospital and share a mission to provide every patient with the same thoughtful, attentive care they would want for their own pets.
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Dr. Deborah V. Moore
Dr. Moore is a yo-yo native to Arizona. She has moved around a lot, but always comes home again. She currently lives in the East Valley with her husband and kids (both the human kind and the furry kind). Dr. Moore's undergraduate education initially lead her to a carrier in conservation biology. She has worked with museums, zoos, and aquariums.
Her love of animals eventually lead to the study and practice of veterinary medicine. She has been practicing veterinary medicine in Arizona since 2008 and enjoys using her compassion and skills to help our beloved companions. Her professional interests include internal medicine, management of chronic illness, oral and dental health, and preventive care. She values client communication and believes in working closely with "pet parents" to make a plan that works best for both the pet and the client.
When she is home she is busy being a full time mom. She loves road trips with her adventurous family and reading fantasy fiction (Brandon Sanderson is currently her favorite author). She is a novice runner and frequently participates in 5k's with her oldest daughter. She is also actively involved in several church and community programs that keep her moving.
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Brianna Banfield, DVM
Small mammals hold a special place in her heart.
Dr. Brianna Banfield is originally from Michigan, where she graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2021. She is a recent graduate of Midwestern University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. In her free time, she enjoys reading, video games, trying new restaurants, and spending time outside. She currently lives in Peoria with her fiancé (who is also a veterinarian), bonus daughter, and way too many animals (3 rabbits, 2 toy aussies, a cat, a hamster, and a bearded dragon).
She adopted her first rabbit, a fuzzy lop named Java, when she was 14 years old and it was love at first sight. They shared an incredible bond for nearly 10 years, igniting her love for exotic animal medicine. While she loves exotic species of all kind, small mammals hold a special place in her heart. She hopes to one day become a board-certified Exotic Companion Mammal specialist. She is so excited to be a member of the Little Critters team and can’t wait to meet you and your feathered, furry, and scaly friends!
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