Doctors and Staff

Meet the friendly doctors and staff at Best Friends Animal Hospital!

Dr. Sean Hufham grew up in Rogersville, MO. He attended Missouri State University and went on to the University of Missouri - College of Veterinary Medicine for his DVM degree. He has worked at Best Friends Animal Hospital since he graduated in 2015. Dr. Sean particularly enjoys working with clients and patients for routine care and those with chronic conditions such as skin and ear problems, diabetes, thyroid problems, heart disease, and kidney disease, among others. In his free time Dr. Sean is an avid sports fan and enjoys the outdoors. He also enjoys playing with his Border Collie, Maple and German Shepherd mix, Elvira. 

Dr. Carmen Watchinski grew up in Columbia, Maryland until she attended William Woods University in Fulton, MO. She graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Missouri - College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. Dr. Carmen started at a mixed animal practice until she came to Best Friends Animal Hospital in 2017. She still enjoys doing mixed animal work, especially working with cattle, in her free time. Dr. Carmen especially enjoys doing surgery. She also loves to read, ride horses, and spend as much time outside as possible. 

Dr. Heywood is a Springfield native. She graduated from Drury University in 1988 then proudly served in the U.S. Army Military Police Corp (K9). Dr. Heywood then attended and graduated from Western University Veterinary Medical College in California. After living in Fairbanks, Alaska for many years she decided to return to Missouri to be closer to family. Dr. Heywood has a special interest in Veterinary Dentistry. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her Aussie (Sydney), kayaking, and attending any events in which her amazing nieces are performing. 

Dr. Ritt J. Enderson is a 1989 graduate of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. This was followed by an internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at West Los Angeles Veterinary Medical Group. Dr. Enderson has practiced in southwest Missouri since 2003 and is proud to call the area home. In addition to general small animal practice, his areas of particular interest and expertise include dermatology, internal medicine, and oncology. Above all else, Dr. Enderson is devoted to celebrating and preserving the special bonds with our pets that bring such joy and excitement to our lives!

Rechelle has worked at Best Friends Animal Hospital since June of 2014 as both a veterinary assistant and receptionist. She is a southwest Missouri native and graduated from Missouri State University with a degree in Wildlife Conservation and Management. In her free time she enjoys hiking and hunting with her husband. 

Leslie started with Best Friends in August of 2019 as both a veterinary assistant and receptionist. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and time on the river. 

Abbi started working at Best Friends in 2019. She graduated from Ozark High School and is attending MSU. She enjoys going to the beach with her family, spending time with her German Shepherd Luna, and most of all her job at Best Friends. 

Kinadie started at Best Friends in May of 2021. She is currently attending Missouri State University in pursuit of a major in Animal Science and a minor in Agronomy. She has a cat named Baretta and enjoys spending time with family and friends. 

Andi has been a veterinary assistant with Best Friends since July 2021. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, shopping, and cuddling all things fluffy.