Our Team
Caring for People and Their Pets Since 1976!
Lake Region Animal Hospital has been offering state-of-the-art veterinary care in Windham since 1976. We care for all kinds of animals and offer a wide range of services for pets of every breed.
Our dedicated and caring team of professionals offer a vast array of experience and expertise. We look forward to welcoming your pet to our family.
Our Veterinarians
Andrine Belliveau DVM
Owner, veterinarian
Dr. Andrine Belliveau grew up in Bolton, Massachusetts. She fostered her interest for animals early on in life, raising goats and sheep through 4-H as a child. She attended Cornell University and received a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, and then went on to obtain a DVM degree from Tufts University in 2011. She has worked in both general practice and emergency medicine. She has special interests in internal medicine, emergency surgery, and dentistry. Dr Belliveau built a small home in Naples, Maine in 2012. She has worked at Lake Region Animal Hospital since 2012, mostly as a part-time veterinarian while working full-time in emergency care. In 2019 she purchased Lake Region Animal Hospital from Dr. Griffin and his wife Lisa, who have decided to retire, and she is now available for appointments full-time at Lake Region.
In her spare time, Dr. Belliveau enjoys hiking with her dog and sampling the local microbrews in Maine. If she can manage a full week off from work, you can usually find her on a plane as she loves to travel. One of her favorite places to visit is the Highlands of Scotland. She is happily owned by an English Shepherd named Bennett, and 3 cats – Bergie (go Bruins!), Dalwhinnie and Astrid.
Katherine Seavey DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Katherine Seavey received her veterinary degree from Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016, with additional certification in Canine Rehabilitation, Acupuncture, and Medical Massage. She is a native of Windham, Maine and a former employee of Lake Region Animal Hospital where she worked as a veterinary assistant for five years prior to vet school. Katherine is eager to return to her hometown to serve the community and is passionate about providing comprehensive and compassionate wellness care to companion canines and felines.
Katherine shares her home with her fiancé Christian, their dogs Zoey and Cruise, and their cat Murphy. They enjoy horseback riding, snowboarding, dirt biking, and spending time outdoors with their animals camping, hiking, and swimming at the lake.
Kelsey Kincaid DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Kincaid joined us in November of 2021! She graduated from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017, and has been practicing in southern Maine since then. Dr. Kincaid is originally from New Hampshire, but her love for Maine has brought her back to the state. Dr. Kincaid resides in North Waterboro with her husband, 2 dogs, and 4 cats.
When not working, she enjoys skiing, baking, hiking and enjoying the sun at the beach.
Our Veterinary Technicians
Leah Janus LVT
Head Veterinary Technician/Practice Manager
Leah’s passion for animals began at a young age growing up on a small farm and also being involved in 4H. She was then accepted to a Vocational Agricultural High School in Massachusetts. From there, she obtained her Bachelors in Animal Science at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1999. After graduating from college, she moved to New Hampshire with her now husband Paul, in order for him to obtain his degree in Meteorology. Prior to joining us, she had worked with patients of all sizes at a small animal practice, a mixed animal practice, and an equine practice. In 2006, they moved to Maine and Leah began her employment here at LRAH, and she obtained her Maine veterinary technician license. In 2008, they purchased a home in Casco; a “fixer-upper” to consume their spare time. She enjoys exercising, running, hiking, and a variety of winter sports. Leah’s furry family consists of her two beloved kitties, Casco and Doppler.
Brooke Smothers LVT
Veterinary Technician
Brooke Smothers joined LRAH April of 2009. She graduated from Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, MA. in 1992, and became a licensed veterinary technician in 1994. She enjoys being a dental technician and animal care giver. She lives in Windham with her husband, Rick and their daughter, Isabella. They share their home with their exuberant golden retriever Hudson and cat Lilly. Brooke and her family enjoy hiking, camping, watching hockey (Go Bruins!), snowshoeing, gardening, and attending car shows.
Jennifer Leasure
Veterinary Technician
Growing up I was so blessed to have a mom who nurtured my love of animals by allowing me to have many different pets. I graduated from University of Maine Augusta with a degree in Animal Medical Technology in 2000. I love my job as a veterinary technician and I can’t imagine doing anything else. Currently, my household consists of my son and 4 cats. My motto is that there is always room for one more! Jennifer has been a veterinary technician with Lake Region Animal Hospital since 2010.
Sara Nelson
Veterinary Technician
Sara joined our team as a part time assistant in 2021. She finished her Vet Tech degree in Spring 2022, and joined us full-time as a technician in May 2022!
Nick Barnes
Veterinary Assistant
Nick joined our team as a full-time assistant in July 2021. He can't wait to meet all of your furry friends.
Winni Zhang
Veterinary Assistant
Winni joined us in January 2022, and is working with us part time as she works toward completing her vet-tech degree!
Kenny Richard
Veterinary Assistant
Kenny joined us as a veterinary assistant in Summer 2022. He is currently in school working towards his vet-tech degree!
Our Front Desk Staff
Eve Ladd
Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant
Eve joined us as a receptionist in 2016. She lives in New Gloucester with her husband and several kitties!
Danii Roy
Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant
Danii joined our team in May 2021! She is currently working part-time with us while she works towards her vet-tech degree.
Paige Harnden
Receptionist
Paige joined our team in February 2023. She looks forward to meeting all of your furry friends!
Karen Cohen
Receptionist
Karen joined us in March 2023. She cannot wait to meet all of your furry friends!
Hospital Pets
Bennett
Chief Doggo
I am the most bestest boy! I sleep in the office all day while Mom (Dr Belliveau) works.