Billie K. Winter
Owner & D.V.M

Dr. Billie is the owner of Companion Pet Care. She graduated from the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Prior to that, she earned a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and a PhD in Bioengineering from the University of Washington.
She did cancer research for several years before deciding to become a veterinarian. She has special interests in oncology and feline medicine, but she loves working with dogs and other small mammals, too!

Dr. Winter and her husband live in Vermont, and have two children  (Will and Anna), three dogs, eight cats, two parakeets, two guinea pigs, and numerous tropical fish.  In her spare time, she plays clarinet with the St. Johnsbury Town Band and the Northeast Kingdom Community Orchestra as well as playing the piano and occasionally directing the choir at Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Barre. Dr. Winter loves to design and make jewelry, is fond of knitting and crocheting, and reads novels whenever she has a chance. She also spends lots of time chauffeuring the kids to all their lessons and sporting events!

Eva Goetz
D.V.M

Dr. Eva is originally from the Midwest, but went to vet school in New Zealand. After receiving her Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) from Massey University in 2008, she worked briefly in Ireland and England before returning to the U.S. She initially worked at the emergency clinic in Littleton, but after starting her family, she traded night shifts for day shifts at Companion and has been a part of the team since 2013. Her professional interests are soft tissue surgery and ultrasound.

Outside of Companion, Dr. Eva enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors with her family, trail running with her Border Collie, and talking the ear off anyone who asks for veterinary advice.

Becky Proud
Staff Supervisor

Becky is the senior member of our technical staff and is our Staff Supervisor. She has been with us since 1996. In fact, she was on hand the day we first opened our doors in Littleton. Becky is regarded by her peers as the ‘MVP of CPC’. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her animals and hanging out with friends and family.

Molly Reynolds
C.V.T

Molly started in October of 2020 and is the newest member of the CPC team, but feels like family already. She obtained an associate’s degree from Vermont Technical College in 2017 and became certified. Molly is a compassionate and dedicated technician and takes interest in customer service. Outside of work she enjoys spending time and doing agility with her dalmatian, Moo. She may also occasionally be seen with her husband and their other dog, Piggy. 

Emma Gooden
C.V.T.

Emma has occasionally lent us a helping hand in the past, and officially became part of the team in November of 2023. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Equine Industries from UMass’ Stockbridge School of Agriculture. She has over 15 years of experience in veterinary medicine and passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam in 2020 after qualifying to take it through On-the-Job Training. She is currently taking online courses through Ashworth College to officially obtain her Veterinary Technician degree. Emma loves all aspects of her job, especially client education and patient care. While she loves all animals, cats and horses hold a special place in her heart. Outside of work, Emma enjoys spending time with her horses and competing with her Morgan, Charade. She also has recently discovered a love for fitness and you can often find her walking her dog, Rip, or working out. Emma has a small business making custom tumblers and etched glasses. When she does have a few free moments, she snuggles with her kitties Bobo, Cricket, Rory and Tilly while reading a good book.