Our people

Meet the team

A small crew that has, in some cases, been here for decades. They treat your pet the way they treat their own.

Dr. Lindi Kopecko, DVM

Veterinarian & Owner since 2024

Dr. Kopecko graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 and joined Spay and Neuter of SLC in 2014. She has performed well over 100,000 spay and neuter surgeries, including complicated pyometra and cryptorchid cases. Her career began in Jackson Hole and Palm Springs, where serving as Chief of Staff at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter sparked a lifelong commitment to preventing pet overpopulation. Outside the clinic she rides dressage with her horses Kuu and Tot, and shares her home with a houseful of cats and two dogs, Bixby and Juicy.

Dr. Virginia Clemans, DVM

Associate Veterinarian since 2020

Dr. Virg grew up in San Antonio, Texas and came to veterinary medicine after working in human medicine, graduating from Louisiana State University in 1994. She was Chief Veterinarian at Best Friends Animal Society, helped open a high-volume spay/neuter practice in Orem, and even drove and operated The Big Fix mobile clinic. A Utah resident for 25 years, she spends her free time with her husband and spoiled rescue kitty, Pearl.

Technicians & client care

Anikka

Veterinary Technician

Hi, I'm Anikka! I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, drawing, and gaming, and I share my life with two wonderful dogs and a growing collection of reptiles. My long-term goal is to become a veterinarian specializing in exotic animals. I look forward to meeting you and your companion and providing attentive, knowledgeable care.

Julie

Customer Service Representative

I treat every pet like the soul dog or cat they are and every client like my friend — and yes, I'll throw in a hug or a laugh if you need one. Forever a mom to anyone in need, humans or fur kids, I keep the front desk lively and my coworkers cracking up. I enjoy hanging out with family and friends, good food, and being an ally to our community.

Kerry & Rachael

Veterinary Technician / Customer Service

Kerry: I love all my boys, the gym, my job, and your bull terrier. Your other pets too. — Rachael: I started with Spay and Neuter in 2006 and came back in 2020. I have an associate's degree in animal science and applied technology, and I love working with animals more than anything. I live at home with my boyfriend, our four cats, and our parrot, and I spend my free time at horror movies and concerts.

Macy

Customer Service Representative

Hello, my name is Macy and I grew up with all types of animals — scaled, furred, and feathered. My dream is to be a vet for large and small animals. I spent 2.5 years at a doggie daycare before joining the clinic, and I can't wait to meet your fur babies!

Devin

Customer Service Representative (Remote)

Devin has worked for Spay & Neuter of SLC on and off since the summer of 1996, when he helped put together the kennels for the very first office at age 13. He has been a technician and office manager of our full-service clinic, and came back after an eight-year career as an LMT on the promise he would never be put in charge of staff again. Lil Bit is his immediate supervisor and watches him work from his shoulder.

Cassidy

Veterinary Technician / Remote Client Care

Hi, I'm Cassidy! I enjoy riding horses, spending time with my family, fishing with my husband, and loving my two wonderful dogs. I've been at Spay and Neuter for almost five years and love helping your pets feel comfortable, loved, and safe through the spay and neuter process — with a few cuddles along the way.

Brianna

Veterinary Technician

I'm Brianna! I look forward to welcoming you in and treating your fur baby as if they were my own for the day. When I'm not working at the clinic, you can probably find me at a concert or entertaining my own four-legged children.

Working here

We're always glad to hear from experienced technicians and client care staff who want to work in a high-volume, low-cost setting. Call the clinic or send a note through our contact page and ask for the office manager.

Ready to schedule?

Call or text the front desk to book a surgery date. New appointment replies may take up to two business days.

801-262-6414