About Our Staff!

Dr. Jeff Shane

Dr. Shane grew up in Colorado working on a horse and cattle ranch. His love for horses and the outdoors was combined with his wonder of nature and how things worked, when, at 12 years old, he decided that he wanted to be a veterinarian. After gaining his Degree in Biology at Wheaton College in Illinois, he attended Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He graduated in 1993 and practiced in a mixed animal practice for one year in North Carolina. He and his wife, Susan, came to Charlottesville, Va in 1994. Dr. Shane was an associate veterinarian in the area for 4 years before starting his own practice in 1998. His hobbies include fly-fishing and canoeing with his wife and two children. He has a dog and two cats.

E-mail Dr Shane: jeffshane@jamesriverequine.com

Ms. Leza Sisley

Leza came to us with many years of experience working with horses and riders, both in Oregon and right here in Central Virginia. She is a valuable asset to Dr. Shane, assisting him with everything in the field including driving the truck, as well as lab work, and inventory at the office. Leza enjoys kayaking, snow boarding, and spending time with her great dog, “Shorty”. Her specialty is knowing what your pony is thinking before he does!

E-mail Leza Sisley: leza@jamesriverequine.com