Meet Our Team

Dr. Chris Rumore graduated from Notre Dame High School in Crowley, LA and the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. Dr. Chris is the head veterinarian at our practice. He is a small animal practitioner with special interests in abdominal surgeries and ultrasound diagnostics. While in his advanced ultrasound course, the instructor praised Dr. Chris for his natural and exceptional technical ability in diagnosis. He was impressed with Dr. Chris’s accurate medical assessments using the digital ultrasound machine. In addition, Dr. Chris enjoys practicing reproductive medicine including progesterone testing and cesarean sections. In his spare time, he enjoys working out at Red Lerille’s and following LSU sports. Dr. Chris shares his home with Lily, a black lab mix.

We are excited to announce the addition of Dr. Allison Briscoe Schatzle, our third full-time veterinarian, to Acadia Animal Medical Center, LLC! She completed her undergrad at LSU in Animal Science and Technology and graduated from Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. She grew up in the small community of Richard, LA. Coming from a family of farmers, she was active in 4-H and raised sheep, cattle, chickens, dogs, and cats. Dr. Allison has three dogs (Belle the Lab, Louie the Dachshund, Nova the German Short Hair Pointer). She was recently married to her husband Adam. Dr. Briscoe is a proud member of The American and The Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association. In her spare time, Dr. Allison enjoys reading, baking, and spending time with her family.

As a retired university economist, Nancy Rumore stepped into the role of owner of Acadia Animal Medical Center, LLC in 2020. She puts all of her efforts in the continuation of her late husband, Dr. Jim “Doc” Rumore, Sr.’s mission in providing the community with quality and affordable veterinary care. By expanding the building capacity, Acadia Animal Medical Center, LLC can better serve clients and their pets. In memory of Dr. Jim, Nancy has financed the construction of the third-year students’ classroom in the new Stephenson Pet Clinic at the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. It will facilitate the education of future veterinarians to serve their communities, as Dr. Jim once did. In her spare time, she likes to ride her horses, Moose and Sweet Mudslide and has several cats at home and in the barn. Her family includes Dr. Chris, Jim Jr, Kasey and granddaughters, Blythe and Grace.

Jamie Breaux is the Office Manager at our practice. Jamie organizes the practice and schedules all your boarding reservations. Often, you will find her assisting with surgeries, especially our c-sections. Jamie loves assisting with their deliveries and watching them grow throughout the puppy shot process. She assists the owner and the veterinarians on how to improve the performance and efficiency of the operations, organizes the technicians and the inventory. Jamie is a valuable asset to the practice. She is the mother of three children, one daughter named Averi and a set of identical twin boys Liam and Conley. In her spare time, she raises and breeds French Bulldogs with her mother. She also shares her home with a Tuxedo Cat named Maze.

Payton Zaunbrecher Fontenot can be found assisting the vets in the rooms for all your pet’s vaccinations and health needs. She also cleans your pet’s teeth as a dental tech. She has a heart of gold and truly loves animals. She is a little shy, but her sweetness and infectious laugh is contagious. Payton is a McNeese State University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in animal science. She is married to David Fontenot. Together, they share three fur pups and one feisty kitty named Tilley. They are also parents to an adorable little boy named David-Scott.

Our newest member to the team is Rami. She is from Lafayette, La and a graduate of Lafayette High School. Rami can be seen assisting the veterinarians in all appointments. She has a contagious smile and is a great new addition here. Her favorite part of her job is helping animals in need. Her favorite breed of dog is a Boxer. In her free time, Rami enjoys teaching youth volleyball, hiking, and traveling. Rami is also a dog mom to a pit/boxer mix named Ava Mae.

Leah is a graduate of Rayne High School and a lifelong resident of Branch, LA. She is currently enrolled at McNeese State University pursuing a degree in Pre-Vet. Her plans are to then transfer to Louisiana State University to complete her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Leah started off as our kennel tech but quickly moved up to working in her own rooms. She is the nicest person you will ever meet and will make an amazing veterinarian one day. She is the proud owner of a Husky named Tundra, a Belgian Mal Mix named Darcie, and a Lab named Daisy.

Macy is our groomer; she makes all your pets look so pretty. To see her incredible grooming, check our Facebook page or our website for the photos. She has a warm smile, is kindhearted and we adore her. Macy and her boyfriend BJ share two adorable sons, Hudson, and Rowen. They recently completed their family, with the addition of a precious baby girl, Hadley Kate. Macy has a Doberman named Wes and a cute Yorkie named Tuff.

Alayna Jagneaux is a Rayne High School graduate and completed her veterinary technician requirements through Animal Behavior College in 2021. She assists the veterinarians in the exam rooms and during surgical procedures. She also helps keep your pet’s teeth nice and clean by doing dentals. Her fondness for puppies is obvious as she displays a tender side for the little four-legged babies. Alayna and her boyfriend Drake share a Dachshund mix named Tucker. It is obvious that he loves her as much as she loves him. Look for Alyana’s sweet smile when you visit our practice.

Lizzie Daigle has grew-up in our clinic. She started as a kennel tech and worked her way up. She was with us part-time as she achieved her Associate of Science in Health Science from LSUE. She is a very valued member of our team. Lizzie and her long-time boyfriend Reid Dupont have four dogs and eight cats. Lizzie’s favorite part of her job is assisting with surgical procedures.

Phyllis Schultz has been with this practice since Dr. Jim “Doc” began his practice in a two-room building located by Rayne High 40 years ago. She has been with AAMC for so long she carried Dr. Chris on her hip more times than she can count. Phyllis continues to keep Doc’s name and memories alive by sharing her stories of him with us and our clients, and that is priceless to our clinic family and clients. She will assist you at our new checkout station and pet supplies store. Phil is a life-long resident of Branch, La. She is the mother of two children and two grandchildren. She also has a mini-Aussie named Comanche and a Ragamuffin named Cheyenne. In her past time, you can find her ANYWHERE Horace Trahan is scheduled to play.