Our Experts
By working together with us, help your Pet
Live a happier life
Every day we evaluate, cast and fit dogs with braces at our four casting and fitting facilities. Our hands-on experience and foundation in human orthotics enable us to answer all your questions and fabricate the most effective and highest quality brace for your pup.
Morgantown, PA Team
Co-Owner
Clayton Blunk
Clayton is the senior practitioner at My Pet’s Brace, having been with the team since 2014. He started his hands-on training at My Pet’s Brace after graduating from Temple University with a degree in mechanical engineering. His love of animals and volunteer experience at the University of Pennsylvania’s Working Dog Center helped him realize he needed to use his education and skills to help pets and their families live happier lives. A few years ago, he was converted to a cat person and he has two Scottish Folds, George Michael and Phoebe.
As of January 2021, Clayton joined Jim as Co-Owner of My Pet’s Brace.
Co-Owner
Anna Spangler
Anna joined the My Pet’s Brace team in 2015. She was drawn to the company due to her love of animals. She grew up on a dairy farm with lots of cats and various farm animals as pets and continues to live on a dairy farm to this day. She graduated from Villanova University with a degree in Marketing, Management and International Business. Anna aims to educate veterinarians and pet families around the world about our custom leg braces and how we can work together to help pets live happier lives. At home, Anna enjoys spending time with her rescue dog, Peaches, and cat, Tyson.
As of January 2021, Anna joined Jim as Co-Owner of My Pet’s Brace.
Clinical Practitioner
Ray DeFilippis
Ray is a certified orthotic fitter with over two decades of expertise in the human industry. His career in orthotics began in 1999, specializing in fitting and fabricating custom braces from head to toe. Ray’s dedication to excellence extends to his current role, where he provides tailored orthotic solutions for pets, leveraging his vast experience and commitment to ensuring proper fit and functionality. His family’s beloved chihuahua recently passed. While waiting for the right time to welcome another pet into their home, Ray enjoys woodworking, cooking, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Clinical Practitioner
Silvia Murgu
Silvia graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Bucharest, Romania with a master’s degree in small animal clinical sciences. She moved to the United States a few years ago and has been working as a veterinary technician and a certified laser therapist. Now trained at our clinic in orthotics, she is looking forward to helping pets improve their mobility with the help of a custom brace. In her free time, Silvia enjoys traveling with her husband, listening to music, reading books and spending time with her loving cat, Leo.
Clinical Practitioner
Alyssa Thompson
Pittsburgh Team
Clinical Practitioner
Katie Mirobelli
New Jersey Team
Clinical Practitioner
Nancy Smith
Texas Team
Clinical Practitioner
Chris Pujol
Office Manager
Megan Pujol
Megan Pujol has successfully balanced the roles of a dedicated mother to three daughters and a career in real estate. Drawing upon her wealth of experience and fueled by her deep affection for animals, Megan embarked on a new venture alongside her husband to establish and manage the My Pet’s Brace office in Texas. With a genuine love for animals and a knack for creating extraordinary experiences, Megan brings her passion to the forefront, providing exceptional care and support to furry companions in need. Megan loves the quirky Austin area and the amazing tacos. When not busy at work, she relishes long walks with her cherished pups, Harley Jane and Baylee.