Charlton Animal Hospital

Dr. Hash grew up spending time on her great-grandfather’s farm in Nebraska, helping care for lambs, horses, and cows, and was surrounded by dogs and cats at home. Seeing what animals give back to the people who care for them is what led her to veterinary medicine, and it still shapes how she practices.

She earned her DVM from The Ohio State University, where she was inducted into the Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society for academic achievement. She has since trained in high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter surgery with the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance in Asheville, North Carolina, and in emergency and critical care at the Translational Medicine Institute in Fort Collins, Colorado — including small animal endoscopy, ultrasound, emergency surgery, advanced life-saving procedures, and exotic animal emergencies. Most of her clinical work to date has been in emergency medicine.

Dr. Hash approaches care as an advocate for each pet’s health and quality of life, working with owners to build plans across a spectrum of care that fit the pet and the person. She listens first, communicates transparently, and works to make every visit as low-stress as possible. Her advice to pet owners is simple: spend as much quality time with your pet as you can, build a real relationship with your veterinarian, and never be afraid to ask questions.

Outside of work, Dr. Hash is at home in the yard with her three dogs — Bandit, an Australian Shepherd mix; Cooper, a Great Pyrenees–Golden Retriever cross; and Pickles, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. She also shares her home with Figaro, a long-haired cat, five Australian White’s tree frogs, and a crested gecko. She gardens, keeps a growing houseplant collection, and thrifts. She is a member of the AVMA and VECCS.

Rebecca developed a lifelong love and appreciation for animals at an early age, growing up on a farm in North Brookfield. That passion led her to a career in veterinary medicine, where she has dedicated the past 25 years to caring for animals and supporting their families. She spent 15 years working as a veterinary nurse, general practice, ER, and Cardiology before transitioning into leadership and has now served as a Practice Manager for the past 10 years.

Her extensive experience, combined with her commitment to exceptional patient care and client service, helps create a positive and compassionate environment for both pets and their owners.

When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her three cats—Vintage, Squall, and Tilly (her foster fail). She also loves exploring the outdoors through hiking, kayaking, and white-water rafting, as well as making memories with friends and family.