Our Mission

At Lotus Veterinary Clinic, we believe every pet deserves exceptional care and every client deserves clear communication and compassion. Founded in 2026, we look forward to growing alongside our community, always putting pets and their people first.

Our Veterinarian 

Dr. Rosario cuddling a cat during a wellness visit at Lotus Veterinary Clinic

Dr. Shakyra Rosario

Dr. Rosario’s passion for animals started in early childhood, growing up around horses and farm animals in her family ranch in Puerto Rico. After graduating from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002, she took up the challenge of performance medicine working with equine athletes in Puerto Rico’s racetrack.

Working in Oregon since 2008, she transferred her knowledge and experience, including her chiropractic certifications to small animals in 2017. It was in this setting that she fell in love with surgery and continued her advocacy for preventive care. She is passionate about developing relationships and having a team approach with owners for the care of our beloved pets/family members.

She values clear communication and targeted diagnostics and treatments to ensure optimal health and long, happy lives.

When Dr Rosario is not caring for her patients in clinic, she enjoys spending time with her 2 children, exploring the great outdoors, dancing, and functional fitness.

Our Team

  • A woman holding a dog on a rocky lakeshore with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.

    Ashlee Taylor

    Veterinary Assistant

    Ashlee Taylor has been a certified veterinary assistant for more than 14 years, bringing extensive experience in general practice, shelter medicine, and veterinary laboratory work. Her passion for animal care has grown through years of hands‑on work in diverse clinical settings, shaping her calm, skilled, and compassionate approach to supporting both patients and their families.

    She is Fear Free Shelter certified and is continuing her education with the goal of becoming fully Fear Free certified, reflecting her commitment to reducing fear, anxiety, and stress for every animal in her care.

    Originally from Arizona, Ashlee moved to the Pacific Northwest when her partner began medical school at OHSU—and quickly fell in love with the region’s natural beauty and welcoming community. Outside the clinic, she enjoys rockhounding, lapidary art, hiking, camping, kayaking, indoor gardening, and spending time with her dog Henry and her two cats, Nova and Kashmir.

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    Jasmine Cortez

    Veterinary Assistant

    Jasmine Cortez has been working in the veterinary field since 2021 and brings a thoughtful, client‑centered approach to every patient she supports. She has special interests in client education and surgery, and she is passionate about strengthening the human–animal bond by helping families understand their pets’ needs with clarity and compassion.

    As a bilingual advocate, Jasmine is dedicated to bridging language barriers in veterinary medicine so every pet owner feels informed, respected, and included. Her commitment to community runs deep — she is active in both animal‑focused and human‑service nonprofits, and she believes strongly in the power of accessible care.

    Jasmine’s long‑term goal is to attend veterinary school and pursue mixed animal medicine, continuing her work in service‑oriented environments. Outside the clinic, she can usually be found camping with her partner and their senior pup, or volunteering her time with local organizations.

Testimonials

  • Elli M.

    As a CVT, in this field for MANY years, I have worked with dozens upon dozens of veterinarians. The DVM opening this practice is by far in the top 5 doctors I have worked with. I wish her much success with her new practice. I guarantee this will be thee hot, new clinic that EVERYONE loves and recommends to their friends!

  • Dee W.

    I love Dr. Rosario! She has been so wonderful with my aging dog. My dog has diabetes and thyroid issues. Other vets told me she could only be treated by a vet specialist. I took her to a specialist who's charges were absorbent and my dog almost passed due to them adjusting meds incorrectly. Dr Rosario has been caring for her for several years now. My dog has been doing wonderful. Bonus is also much more cost effective then the specialist. If you are wondering if you should give Lotus Veterinary clinic a try I would say absolutely!

  • Suzy S.

    Visiting Lotus Veterinary Clinic with my nervous dogs was such a great experience! The staff handled my pets with incredible care and patience, and they explained everything they were doing during each step of the visit. They were also very prompt about getting back to me with test results and helpful follow-up suggestions. It was truly an all-around great experience for both me and my pets. Highly recommend!

  • Amber A.

    I cannot think of a better place to take your pet! Like most people my cats are a part of our family. I want the best care possible for them. Lotus Veterinary Clinic is just that! Loving, skilled, affordable care. The best in the Portland area!! Dr. Rosario is a fantastic and trusted veterinarian. I absolutely love everything about this clinic!

  • Ali S.

    I can't say enough good things about Lotus Veterinary Clinic. I brought my (very energetic) 10-month-old goldendoodle to the clinic to have him neutered. They were extremely accommodating of a wild puppy, and every person I met seemed so genuinely happy to see a new pup! I felt very confident prior to the surgery and felt even better after. They provided lots of information for recovery, what to expect, etc. Dr. Rosario was extremely kind and caring of my pup, which is the most important! They were EXTREMELY clear on cost. There were zero surprises when it came to surgery day. They went above and beyond to make sure I understood what I was paying, why, and answered any questions I had on pricing. Highly recommend!

  • Lisa H.

    Dr Shakyra Rosario was my horse vet for years prior to changing her focus to small animal. My poodle, Wilson is a senior dog. When became lame suddenly at an agility trial. Shak, was able to see Wilson the next day and developed a long term care plan. With her care and oversight, Wilson is back to normal activities and acting like a puppy again, he feels great! The team at Lotus Veterinarian Clinic went above and beyond to care for Wilson! I wholeheartedly recommend Lotus Veterinarian Clinic, my new Veterinarian Clinic!

  • Estelle B

    Our visit to Lotus Veterinary Clinic in Gladstone was, by far, the best veterinary visit we have experienced with our large German Shepherd, who is generally very upset at his vet appointments. Dr. Shakira Rosario’s knowledge and confidence seemed to be calming for our boy. He had no adverse reactions as she examined and handled him. Dr Rosario’s many years of experience in the veterinarian field is very evident. We really felt like she listened to us and considered our thoughts and concerns on our pet’s health. In addition, we found her entire office staff to be excellent at each of their positions as well as kind, caring, and very easy to work with. This is a great team in a beautiful, well managed new office.