Meet Our Staff
Eileen Bissmeyer - Veterinarian
Chris Thurman - Receptionist
Kristina Bissmeyer - Veterinary Assistant
Lene' Burnett - Bookkeeper
Dr. Bissmeyer graduated from Mariposa County High School in 1980 and went to Fresno State to earn her Bachelor degree in Zoology with a minor in Chemistry.  She then went to UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 1989.
Eileen started her career in Mariposa and then moved to Alaska to live The Great Northern Adventure.  She worked in Wasilla, Alaska at another All Creatures and came back to Mariposa to deliver twin sons, Lonnie and Jamie, and start their new life with their stepsister, Kristina.
Back home, she worked part time at various vet hospitals and emergency facilities and eventually  started her own business in 1995 out of her home.  All Creatures evolved from large animal field service, small animal and equine emergency care, to a mixed practice that mainly serves small animals.
Her love of horses takes her far fast on her favorite Arabian gelding, Ace.  Other hobbies include playing fiddle, hanging out with her kids, and old west living history reenactment.  Her pets at the moment include Bling (labX),  Hotshot Itty Bitty Spitty Kitty (cat), and Angel (horse).
Dr. Bissmeyer is a member of:
  • The Mariposa Sheriff's Posse
  • California Veterinary Medical Association
  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association
  • Mariposa County SPCA (Business Sponsor)
  • Ponderosa Basin Chapel
  • Veterinarian for the Merced Co. Rescue Mission
  • Feeding Pets of the Homeless
  • Mariposa Catnip Society

Lene' has been with All Creatures the longest (11 years!!).  She lives in Mariposa with her husband, Chris, where they share their wonderful home with 3 cats.  She loves to garden and feed the wild birds that take refuge on her property.  She has 3 grown children and is "Bee-Ma" to 4 adorable grandchildren.  She is a certified Jazzercise instructor in Mariposa and has obtained her Black Belt in martial arts.  Don't mess with this bookkeeper!
Chris has been with All Creatures for 5 years and is the first person many of you will meet when dealing with us.  She was a valuable employee at Raley's in Oakhurst for over a decade and we brought her here where she has continued to serve the public with professionalism and grace.
She lives in Mariposa with her husband, Brian, and their 3 children.  She is active in her kid's school and 4-H projects and is an avid horsewoman.  She also has a talent for making just about anything out of leather.  She loves to ride her mare, Lil, and waterski with her family.

Krissy is a San Joaquin Valley College Veterinary Technician Program graduate who has been with us for  5 years.  She is one of our main "nurses" who looks after your pets while you leave them in our care.  She is skilled at what she does and has gained a lot of valuable experience from several area hospitals. She is often found at the local roping arena on her days off .
Jen is our newest addition from San Joaquin Valley College Veterinary Technician Program.  She just graduated at the top of her class with straight A's and perfect attendance.  We are fortunate to have her. She recently celebrated her 3 year anniversary with us. She hails from Hollister and has made a home in Oakhurst.  She is learning from Krissy about being a veterinary assistant and is coming along at an incredible pace.  She adores cats and dogs and is often helping foster homeless pets.
Jennifer Clampitt- Veterinary Assistant