Kelsi Burnhauser 

Veterinary Assistant 

Kelsi joined the Cross River team in April of 2021. She grew up riding and working at barns in the local area. She knew she wanted to pursue a career working with horses and earned a bachelor’s degree from Centenary University in Equine Studies in 2019. She enjoys her role here as she continues to learn from our doctors and gain experience. In Kelsi’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her horse, Karsyn who has been her companion for more than ten years.

Kim Speziale 

Veterinary Assistant 

Kim is a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania and has had horses and dogs in her life from the day she was born. She has successfully competed hunters on the local, zone, and national circuits both as a junior and as a young adult. Kim has a unique connection with her horse and her work as a vet tech for Cross River has allowed her to pursue her passion for caring for horses.

Lacey Warner

Office Manager

Lacey grew up a local in Pennsylvania and has been around horses her entire life. She developed a passion for all animals at a very young age and has owned horses, cats, and dogs her whole life.  Lacey grew up in 4-H and continued with her love for horseback riding through college by joining the ESU Equestrian Team where she earned her bachelor’s in Business Management. Lacey grew up riding both English and Western disciplines and spent a few years showing in Hunt Seat Equitation but now she enjoys her time with her OTTB. She spends her free time either with her two beloved dogs or with her horse Mickey. Lacey is excited to be a part of the Team at Cross River Veterinary Service and enjoys serving all of our clients for hopefully a long time to come.

Gina Rupp

Retired Office Manager

Cross River Veterinary Service wants to wish Gina a heartfelt congratulations on your retirement. This was not an easy change for Cross River as so many of our clients and staff have come to love you. Gina was the office manager for Cross River Vet Service for over 20 years. She founded the position for Cross River and helped the practice become successful behind the scenes. We wish you all the best in your retirement Gina!