Our Story

Sunniside Veterinary Care is named after Sunni, Dr. Bartholomew’s childhood horse and constant companion. Inspired by the love and loyalty animals give us, the clinic’s mission is to provide modern veterinary care in a compassionate, family-focused atmosphere.

Our Mission

Provide the utmost compassionate care to faithful companions.

Create a welcoming, family-oriented clinic environment.

Offer an affordable, local alternative to corporate veterinary medicine without lowering patient care standards.

Young girl in a doctor's coat gives a stuffed animal a checkup

Meet Dr. Bartholomew

Dr. Bartholomew discovered her calling as a child when her pony, Patches, became sick. Helping the veterinarian care for him inspired her lifelong dream of becoming a vet.

Education & Training

B.S. Biology – Delaware Valley University (2011)
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (2015)
Certified in Acupuncture – Chi University, 2020
Fear-Free Certified

Experience

Worked in both large and small animal medicine locally, focusing primarily on small animal care. She blends advanced diagnostics and surgery with acupuncture and alternative modalities.

Personal Life

A Palmerton native, Dr. Bartholomew lives on a hobby farm with her boyfriend, six cats, two dogs, and three horses. They grow vegetables and run a small farm stand. She also plays clarinet in the Palmerton Community Band and enjoys gardening, skiing, horseback riding, and reading.

A Legacy of Love

The clinic honors Sunniside Up (“Sunni”), her childhood horse, who inspired the name and spirit of Sunni Side Veterinary Care.

Referrals

We accept referral ultrasounds from neighboring hospitals through Simplisound, LLC. Availability: Tuesdays & Thursdays (afternoons). Echocardiograms also available.