PetDocks Veterinary Hospital

Our Staff
Todd Worrell, DVM Dr. Todd Worrell is a native of Goldsboro, North Carolina. He grew up and went to school in Columbus and Augusta, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia College of Arts and Sciences from 1991-1993 and attended the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine from 1993-1997. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Magna Cum Laude in 1997. Dr. Worrell moved to eastern North Carolina following graduation and worked as veterinarian at the Emergency Pet Service in Havelock, NC from 1997-1998. He worked as a relief veterinarian at many of the local hospitals and clinics from 1998-1999. Prior to establishing PetDocks Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Worrell worked as one of four veterinarians at Havelock Animal Hospital from 1999-2000. In June 2000, Dr. Worrell and his wife Dr. Allison Arnoult opened PetDocks Veterinary Hospital.
Dr. Worrell's professional interests include internal medicine, advanced pain management techniques, emergency and critical care medicine, and a variety of laser-assisted surgeries. His personal interests include exercising, playing guitar, and being involved in community service through the Morehead City Noon Rotary Club and as a member of the Carteret County Health Board.

Allison Arnoult, DVM Dr. Allison Arnoult was born in Daytona Beach, Florida. She completed high school in Irmo, South Carolina and received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Carolina. She attended the university of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine from 1993-1997 and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. Following graduation, Dr. Arnoult worked as an associate veterinarian at Havelock Animal Hospital in Havelock, NC from 1997-2000.
Dr. Arnoult's professional interests include exotic pets, internal medicine, and pediatrics. Her personal interests include photography, gardening, and reading. Dr. Worrell and Dr. Arnoult live in Morehead City with their two daughters. They also have 5 other "children" - 2 dogs ("Lilac", a 14 year old Lhasa Apso & "Sparky", a 3 year old Maltese) and 3 cats ("Mache", a 15 year old Himalayan, "Rodney", a 14 year old Black domestic shorthair, "Squirt", a 6 year old Orange Tabby domestic shorthair).

Brette Brooks - Professional Dog Trainer, Technician, Kennel Manager Brette joined the team at Pet Dock’s in March with a background in Animal Science and Dog Training. She attended N.C. State University where she obtained her BS in Animal Science. Upon graduation from N.C. State she attended Animal Behavior College where she became a certified dog trainer. With her education and job experience, Brette, is able to carry out various duties at Pet Dock’s. Brette is our boarding specialist, adoption counselor, behavior consultant and she even performs physical therapy on hip, ACL, patella and femur injuries. When she is not working she enjoys fishing, gardening and spending time with friends and family.


Tonya Livingston – Technician, Kennel Assistant Manager Tonya has spent ten years dedicated to the health and well being of animals. She spent nine years as a small animal technician and one year working with large animals as a technician. Tonya is our kennel technician and spends much of her time taking care of the pets who come to stay with us. She makes sure they are taken out, played with, and fed and receive whatever medical services they need while boarding. Her hobbies outside of work include gardening, swimming, hiking and spending time with her family.


Melissa Keith – Registered Veterinary Technician Melissa recently moved to Morehead City from Raleigh. She resides with her husband, three Labrador retrievers, three cats, two rabbits and a leopard gecko.
Melissa received her degree in Veterinary Technology in 2004 and has been working in the field as a registered Veterinary Technician since that time. She has a special interest in dentistry and exotic animals. Her hobbies include gardening, reading and activities with her dogs.

Sunni Floyd – Technician Sunni is a native of the Crystal Coast. She has been working in the veterinary field for almost 8 years. She has worked with small animals and feels privileged and honored to be allowed to care for other people’s pets. Sunni says “She loves what she does and feels very blessed to be able to do it.”
Sunni started working at PetDocks in August of 2007. She enjoys her work at PetDocks and feels the staff at PetDocks is a great team of friendly and dedicated individuals trying to make a better life for pets.

Heather Easterlin – Receptionist Heather joined PetDocks in July with seven years of veterinary experience under her belt. She came from a large veterinary hospital in South Carolina with a staff of 45 employees. While there, she gained knowledge as a receptionist, trained as a technician, and attended many continuing education classes. She also gained experience working as a surgical technician at a local spay/neuter clinic.
Heather recently got married and has a family that consists of a yellow Labrador, a Shepherd mix and a Chihuahua. They also have a tuxedo cat named Nature. In her spare time she enjoys horseback riding, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Heather Fort – Receptionist Heather moved to Morehead City from Indianapolis, IN and joined PetDocks in July of 2007. She previously worked at a private practice as a kennel assistant for two years and then as a receptionist for two years at a corporate veterinary office.
Heather and her husband have two “babies”, Sampson, a four year old black and rust colored Doberman who talks and gives you high fives and Shiloh a seven month old tan husky mix. During Heather’s free time, she tries to spend as much time with her husband as possible. She also LOVES the ocean, jogging and shopping.