Meet the Staff at Long Branch Animal Hospital
The first thing you'll notice when you walk into our hospital is the incredibly friendly and inviting staff. Members of our team have been chosen because we know they will provide you & your pet the best possible experience during your visit. Learn more about our team below!
Jennifer Zawistowski, Office Manager
When Jennifer is not working at the hospital, she keeps busy by running her two son’s Justin and Lucas to various sporting events and activities. She is also a den leader for both of their cub scout dens. In her spare time she enjoys reading, baking and watching movies. She’s most happy being outdoors, particularly at the beach or in a pool. Jennifer and her sons also live with two Dogue de Bordeauxs, Cookie and Donut, and their blue/gold Macaw, Junior.


Shanell, our client service representative is excited to be a part of such a great team. She helps clients schedule their visits and assists them with any questions they may have. She is fluent in Spanish and assists doctors with translating when needed.
Shanell is kind and sweet. She has 3 pets, a Pitbull named Brooklyn, a Terrier Yorkshire named Buster and a Maltese named Eva whom she adores.
Shanell enjoys helping others, going to the beach, taking bike rides, and spending time with her family and friends.
Estefany Perez, Technician Assistant / Client Service Representative
Estefany joined our team in October, 2019. She knew she wanted to work in the animal field since she was 5 years old, when she got her first puppy. The strong bond she felt with her dog made her realize that she could never see herself doing anything but working with animals.
Estefany graduated with a Bachelors in Biology from Cabrini University. She is currently studying to be a certified veterinary assistant. She hopes to go to veterinary school one day. Before college, she was in the restaurant business for 5 years where she learned her customer service etiquette. During college, she interned at a zoo in Norristown, PA, where she learned animal behavior, husbandry, and medical terminology.
In her free time, Estefany enjoys spending time with her two precious Pit Bulls, Mocha and Simba. She also enjoys going to the beach, running, and traveling.
Athena McDuffie, Client Service Representative
Athena joined our team in May, 2020. She was born and raised in Long Branch. Before coming to work at the animal hospital, she worked at a family owned pizzeria for 16 years. Athena has 2 cats, Spook and Baby. She has always wanted to work with animals and loves the atmosphere at Long Branch Animal Hospital.
In her free time, Athena enjoys the beach, long walks and reading anything with history and mystery. She also enjoys watching football and her team is the Philadelphia Eagles. She is very family oriented and she recently got married and is enjoying every last bit of it.