About Us
Meet our staff of experienced veterinarians and technicians.
Our veterinary clinic is fully accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association based on a quality review of our veterinary practice methods, pet health care management, facility and equipment in addition to a stringent evaluation of more than 900 standards in patient care, client service and medical protocols. Only 12 percent of small animal hospitals in the U.S. have achieved this accreditation.
Our Veterinarians and Staff
- Holly Cogswell, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine & Practice Owner
- Aziz Chughtai, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Sharyn Esposito, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Stefanie Tande, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Ashley Wallace, Practice Manager
- Charity Young, Certified Veterinary Technician
- Christina McGruder, Certified Veterinary Assistant
- Kelley Holmes, Customer Care
- Kristine Peirce, Certified Veterinary Technician
- Shaina Aguilar, Customer Care
- Stephanie Burton, Certified Veterinary Technician
Holly Cogswell, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine & Practice Owner
Dr. Cogswell has owned and led Aurora Animal Hospital since 2003. A graduate of Colorado State University, one of the world’s leading veterinary schools, she also completed an externship at the prestigious Angel Memorial animal hospital in Tokyo and received her Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture from CSU.
Caring and experienced, Dr. Cogswell is a veterinarian whose life-long love for animals pushes her to care for your pets as passionately as she does for her own.
A Colorado native, Dr. Cogswell looks after a furry family including kitties Ling and Scout and mutt Chico.
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Aziz Chughtai, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Chughtai a graduate of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University and he also holds a Masters of Public Health degree.
Innovative and thoughtful, Dr. Chughtai brings great care for the well-being of his patients and their owners in all that he does.
Dr. Chughtai shares his home with kitties Lao-Tzu and Siddhartha
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Sharyn Esposito, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Esposito has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1996 after graduating from Colorado State University’s veterinary school of medicine. She completed an externship at the Kaytee Avian Research Center, has been published in Popular Pet magazine, and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Cavey Care Rescue.
Experienced and passionate, Dr. Esposito brings our animal hospital’s mission of “Innovative Medicine, Compassionate Care” to life every day.
Originally from Ohio, Dr. Esposito nurtures a BIG family including dog Tashi, kitties Trapper, Turtle and Kitty, bearded dragon Rex, blue and gold macaw Gilligan and umbrella cockatoo Ziggy…plus three horses and ten chickens!
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Stefanie Tande, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Tande earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree from Tufts University in Boston after earning a degree in Biochemistry from Case Western Reserve University. She completed an internship at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital before joining our team.
Caring and enthusiastic, Dr. Tande is gifted in her knowledge of current veterinary practices and has special interests in preventative care, dentistry, geriatric care, internal medicine and soft tissue surgery.
A native of North Dakota, Dr. Tande lives with kitties Lao-Tzu and Siddhartha.
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Ashley Wallace, Practice Manager

A devote animal lover, Ashley keeps our practice running efficiently so your experience with us us smooth and reliable. She’s committed to your satisfaction.
A Colorado native, Ashley’s brood includes dogs Tiger and Diver and Olive Oyl the kitty.
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Charity Young, Certified Veterinary Technician
A graduate of acclaimed Bel-Rea Institute with an Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology, Charity is passionate and caring.
Charity moved to Colorado from Alaska and lives with dogs Titan, Jasmine and Chance, and kitties Lexi, Cheeto and Bandit.
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Christina McGruder, Certified Veterinary Assistant

A recent graduate of Bel-Rea Institute, Christina started with us as an intern and she’s joined us as a Veterinary Assistant.
A Colorado native, Christina’s family includes Bella the dog and Smokey the kitty.
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Kelley Holmes, Customer Care
Kelley’s compassion for animals and passion for customer service will welcome you when you visit us. She’s responsible for making sure your visit is smooth and a great experience.
A Colorado native, Kelley also cares for Cyrus the dog, Ru the bunny and leopard geckos Puka and Zulu.
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Kristine Peirce, Certified Veterinary Technician

A graduate of leading Bel-Rea Institute with an Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology, Kristine is energetic and compassionate.
A California native, Kristine gets her ‘critter fix’ every day at work instead of at home.
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Shaina Aguilar, Customer Care

Shaina’s enthusiasm for customers and love for animals will greet you when you visit us. She’s responsible for making sure your visit is smooth and a great experience.
A Texas native, Shaina has a full house with dogs Maya and Maggie and kitties Andy and Mariah.
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Stephanie Burton, Certified Veterinary Technician
A graduate of prominent Bel-Rea Institute with an Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology, Stephanie is calm and experienced.
A Colorado native, Stephanie enjoys home with Rory the cat and Bailey the dog.
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