Dr. Ann Huntington, DVM
Dr. Ann Huntington is the Medical Director and co-owner of Suffield Veterinary Hospital. A proud “city girl” originally from Brooklyn, NY, she began her career in marketing on Madison Avenue before discovering her true calling in veterinary medicine. Inspired by an early conversation about a female veterinarian—rare at the time—she returned to school and earned her Doctorate from Cornell University in 1977.
After working in Cheshire, CT, Dr. Huntington and her late husband Nick purchased Suffield Veterinary Hospital in 1983, where she built both a family and a thriving practice. Her special interest in canine reproduction helped establish the hospital as one of the leading repro centers in the Northeast. She is also a committed supporter of local rescue organizations and remains actively involved in the community.
Dr. Huntington continues to be passionate about providing the highest quality care to her patients and fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment. She shares her home with a wide array of beloved animals, including dogs, cats, chickens, and donkeys. Dr. Huntington proclaims that she has the “best job in the world,” both being able to care for animals in need, as well as being able to provide employment for more than 30 people who live in the community she loves so much.
Dr. Anita Sabellico, DVM
Dr. Anita Sabellico joined Suffield Veterinary Hospital in 1987. A Connecticut native, she discovered her passion for veterinary medicine while in high school and pursued that dream through undergraduate studies at Quinnipiac University, where she earned her degree in biology and laboratory animal technology. Before becoming a veterinarian, she worked in several veterinary nursing and research roles, caring for a wide range of species—from dogs and cats to primates and livestock—at Tufts New England Medical Center and the Harvard School of Public Health. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University in 1985.
At Suffield Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Sabellico brings a special interest in exotic and small companion animals, including pet birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, and rodents, in addition to dogs and cats. She’s known for her thoughtful, hands-on approach and dedication to the health and well-being of all creatures in her care.
Outside of work, Dr. Sabellico enjoys practicing Parelli Natural Horsemanship with her thoroughbred “Brody” and spending her summers in Casco Bay, Maine with her husband, Marc. She loves the mental and physical challenge of veterinary medicine and cherishes the strong relationships she builds with pets and their families. As she puts it, “No day is ever the same, and I am very lucky to love what I do.”
Dr. Dawn Burke, DVM
Dr. Dawn Burke has been a dedicated veterinarian at Suffield Veterinary Hospital since 1999. A native of Suffield, she graduated from Suffield High School in 1976 before attending William Woods College in Missouri, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree. During her freshman year, Dr. Burke discovered her passion for veterinary medicine, leading her to pursue a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri.
Dr. Burke’s veterinary career has been defined by her commitment to providing high-quality care and her deep connection to the local community. She has a particular interest in Golden Retrievers and is an active participant in breed conformation, obedience, and field trials with her two Goldens, Trace and Cider. This experience with her own dogs has deepened her understanding of canine behavior and health, which she brings into her practice.
When she’s not working, Dr. Burke enjoys spending time outdoors, skiing, and fishing. She finds joy in the variety that veterinary medicine offers, with each day bringing new challenges and opportunities to connect with both pets and their owners. She values the relationships she’s built with her clients over the years and is committed to ensuring each patient receives the best possible care.
Dr. Burke is proud to be part of the Suffield Veterinary Hospital team and looks forward to continuing her work with the community and their pets for years to come.
Dr. Daniel Rothbart, DVM
Dr. Daniel Rothbart joined our staff in 2014 and has made a lasting and positive impact on our hospital. He grew up in New Jersey before moving with his family to Framingham, MA. After completing his undergraduate studies at UMass Amherst, he went on to graduate from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. In June 2014, he completed a year-long rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Veterinary Specialists of Connecticut in West Hartford. Although we were not actively seeking to add another veterinarian to our team at the time, the glowing recommendation he received from the director of interns led us to bring him on board without hesitation.
Dr. Rothbart became a practice partner in June 2024. He is excited to help the hospital grow while continuing to provide the highest level of medical care to his patients. He is equally passionate about supporting our staff and maintaining the close-knit, family-like atmosphere that defines our hospital culture.
Outside of work, Dr. Rothbart enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and running. He and his wife Sarah share their home with their son, their daughter, a cat named Earl, and a Labrador Retriever named Leroy. We still think it’s courageous of him to join a team of over 25 women and only one other man!
Dr. Emilie Laston
Dr. Emilie Laston joined Suffield Veterinary Hospital in August of 2019 and became a practice partner in June of 2024. Originally from Vermont, she was active in 4-H and owned horses until heading off to college. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of New Hampshire at Durham, then attended the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island in Canada.
Dr. Laston began her veterinary career in large animal medicine but soon transitioned to small animal practice, where she found her true passion. She has special interests in reproduction, dentistry, geriatric medicine, and behavior.
She shares her home with a houseful of cats—each with their own unique personality—and a standard poodle named Nani, who is known for her fun and colorful hairstyles. Outside of work, Dr. Laston enjoys gardening and spending time caring for her home and property.
She looks forward to contributing to the hospital’s continued growth while fostering a collaborative environment where pets and people feel cared for.
