Associate Spotlight for Caring Hands Animal Hospital – Arlington

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By Caring Hands Animal Hospital | August 21, 2026

Name and Role:  

Nikki Downs, LVT

1. How long have you been a part of the Caring Hands team?   

A: 20 years

2. Do you have any pets? Tell us a little about your favorite furry (feathered, or scaled) friends?   

A: Yes! Soo many pets! 3 cats, 2 dogs, 1 ferret, 2 turtles, a leopard gecko, 2 newts and a lot of fish! It is hard to pick a favorite in the house because they are all so different. Winnie, my 105# Cane Corso, is definitely the goofiest and her big dogs zoomies are intense!

3. What’s something that always makes you happy?  

A: Food. Honestly, food.

4. What’s something about you that most people don’t know?  

A: That I love to travel and that I have been to over 25 countries and to over 35 states.

5. If you had a superpower, what would it be?   

A: Either the ability to speak any language in the world, or to teleport.

6. Why do you love working at Caring Hands Animal Hospital? 

A: I love Caring Hands because I get to work with animals, practice excellent medicine and have fun with my friends at work. Just a great, nurturing environment.