Staff

Originally from Connecticut, Dr. Covino relocated to Naples, Florida, with his family in 1985. After graduating from St. John Neumann High School, he attended Iona College in New York State, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Professional Biology. Dr. Covino earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. As part of his studies, Dr. Covino was the lead researcher in a retrospective study on canine acute infected pancreatitis justifying the use of antibiotics in acute pancreatitis in canine patients. He chose to compete to obtain post-doctoral training through a national internship program. He matched with Oradell Animal Hospital, a 36,000 square foot, multi-specialty, 24-hour referral and general practice in Paramus, New Jersey. It was at Oradell that Dr. Covino gained vast experience in a 13-month rotating medicine and surgery program. His direct guidance and communication with specialists in internal medicine, surgery, radiology, emergency and critical care, behavior, neurology, cardiology and nutrition helped hone his skills. Daily rounds ensured that all cases, not just Dr. Covino's, were discussed and shared. In addition to the exposure of cases, he also began dating Dr. Jennifer Dewe-Mathews. After completing his internship, Dr. Covino relocated to Florida and has been practicing in the Naples area where he remained as an associate for more than 5 years. The experience that Dr. Covino gained triggered both the knowledge and competence to design and open a state-of-the art hospital, animal wellness center of bonita. Dr. Covino resides with his wife, Dr. Jennifer Dewe-Mathews, son Vincent, daughter Charlotte, American Staffordshire Terrier Olivia and 3 cats (Chicken, Nigel and Martini).

Jordyn was born in Naples, and has never lived anywhere besides beautiful Southwest Florida. Jordyn's love for animals started at a very young age, and lead to her enrollment into the Veterinary Technician Academy for two years during high school. After high school, Jordyn attended FGCU & FSW for Criminal Justice with plans of becoming a Humane Law Enforcement Officer. Jordyn started working as an veterinary assistant in 2010 and quickly became a technician because of her hard work and dedication. Jordyn is currently enrolled at FSW for Business Management, and hopes to one day be a Veterinary Practice Manager. Jordyn is known in our as the “Pet Whisperer,” since her singing has a natural calming affect on animals. Jordyn is also responsible for working with some of our local animal rescue groups and considers herself an pitbull advocate, as she feels that they are the most misunderstood breed. Jordyn’s work with rescues has lead to one of the greatest moments of her life, the day she adopted Albi from Wee Waggin Rescue! According to Jordyn; Albi is the sweetest, most loving dog with the greatest human-like personality. Albi makes Jordyn laugh everyday and loves to play basketball, run around in circles, and playing in water. In Jordyn’s free time, she enjoys the beach, campfires, going out with friends, and spending as much time with family as possible.

Shawna began her career in veterinary medicine fresh out of high school in Naples. She started at a small practice as a receptionist, but her love of caring for animals caused her to quickly take interest in patient care and work on her skills to become a technician. Over the last 10 years, Shawna has been a technician at both day practices and emergency clinics. She spent two years working in emergency and critical care medicine. In her spare time, Shawna enjoys spending time at the beach, four-wheeling, doing photography, and as she says “going on adventures!