Rick O'Malley joined Pine Plains Veterinary in 2002, but began working in animal care in 1991 at the Dutchess County SPCA. He assists with preparing patients for surgery, helping out in the lab and kennel. He gets along with his employers and coworkers, and enjoys the relaxed yet professional environment of the clinic. Rick has an easy-going personality and has 2 mixed breed dogs and 3 cats [citation].