D. Isabel Cole, D.V.M., is a native of Rockford, IL. She earned her DVM from the University of Illinois in 1979 and opened Lipton Animal Hospital in 1981. Dr. Cole is especially interested in small animal opthalmology and the health problems facing the geriatric pet and is certified in veterinary chiropractic. She is active in state and local veterinary organizations, as well as being a master naturalist, and volunteering as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate.

Ellen Kuchenbrod, D.V.M., originally from Wisconsin, received her DVM from the University of Illinois in 1977 and joined Good Friends Animal Hospital in 1983. Dr. Ellen Kuchenbrod is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist and is also educated in the use of herbal medicines and nutritional supplements. She is the advisor to the student chapter of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, and frequently speaks at their meetings. She serves as a reviewer of case reports for the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. She is also very active in the Boy Scouts, serving on the Executive Board of the local council.

Arrin M. Price, DVM is a native of Princeville, IL (a small town about 30 minutes northwest of Peoria). She earned her DVM from the University of Illinois in 2011. Dr. Price joined Good Friends Animal Hospital in October of 2011.  She has worked with injured wildlife at the Wildlife Medical Clinic and has an interest in exotic and wildlife medicine. Her hobbies include drawing and painting.