Meet Our Staff

I  have worked in Minnetonka veterinary clinics since ninth grade. I received my DVM from the University Of Minnesota College Of Veterinary Medicine in 1990 and my MBA in 2009 from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management. I have been the primary care provider and Medical Director at Minnetonka Animal Hospital since 1994. Dr. Leilani and I have owned the practice since 1998.  I am committed to the values of the American Animal Hospital Association – providing excellence in companion animal care.  I love taking care of dogs and cats from the time they are puppies and kittens until their senior most years.  It has been exciting seeing more rabbits and other small mammal patients as they become important family members.  

Outside of work, I enjoy hiking in the woods, photography, swimming, participating in a local CSA, and native landscaping to attract butterflies and other pollinators.   It has been rewarding to provide a feeding ground and have dozens of monarchs in our clinic gardens.  The interaction between the butterflies themselves and competition with bees is fascinating to me.

I grew up near Scranton, Pennsylvania, where I first developed a love and respect for animals. I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA, with the goal of pursuing a job in laboratory science, but soon realized I missed the daily interaction with people and pets. I graduated from the University of Minnesota Veterinary School where I developed a special love for felines and became a certified “cat lady.” (Although I love all furry critters!) My veterinary interests include dentistry, geriatric care/pain management, and feline medicine.

I currently reside in Minneapolis with my four cats - Mr. Pants, Gary, Gabby, and Seymour, as well as my ever growing plant collection. In my free time I enjoy gardening, reading, painting, and planning my next adventure.

I went to undergraduate school at the University of Minnesota and then obtained my DVM from the University of Wisconsin College of Veterinary Medicine. During my time in veterinary school I found a love for alternative medicine and also earned my certification in acupuncture from CHI University. Since then, I have also studied Chinese herbal medicine and food therapy. I hope to continue to expand my integrative medicine knowledge. My favorite part of being a veterinarian is the relationships I am able to create with clients and their animals.

I currently live in Delano with my husband and two young daughters who keep us very busy! We enjoy spending time outdoors doing things like camping, fishing, and hiking!

I grew up in the Twin Cities area and started my career in the veterinary field in 2016. My background as a vet technician includes general medicine, emergency/critical care, and specialty surgery. 

I have two Persian cats, as I have a fondness for the smooshed face animals. I love to travel and am an avid scuba diver. My favorite animal in the world is the shark. In my free time, I like going to my cabin in Wisconsin, fishing, and swimming.

Kellie joined our team in 2022 when they moved here from DC.  They have more than two decades of experience in veterinary medicine including rescue, emergency, internal medicine, surgery, holistic, integrative, and general practice. Kellie is also a Reiki master and routinely performs healing sessions for animals and people. In their free time, Kellie can be found spending time with their wife, four cats, and dog.  Kellie is passionate about the ocean, Harry Potter, gardening, crystals, microbreweries, and the Green Bay Packers. 

I have spent my entire life in Minnesota so far and have been with the MAH staff since the end of 2022. I am now working full time in the clinic and am also in school working towards becoming a CVT. 

I have 2 rescues at home, a beagle mix (Moki) and a boxer (Indie) as well as 2 chinchillas (Oli and Abu). When I’m not at work I like to read, have game nights with friends, as well as hike and camp with my dogs. 

I grew up in Eden Prairie, graduating from EP High, and am currently working to get my Vet Tech degree. For the last three years, I have worked as a triage member in animal emergency medicine and am excited to join the Minnetonka Animal Hospital team.

I have two rescues at home - a dog named Cedar and a cat named Simba (though he thinks his name is Bemo) - and two ball pythons - Basil and Sage. In my free time, I enjoy taking Cedar to the lake, reading, hiking, going to concerts, and playing video games.

I have lived in Minnetonka my whole life and graduated from Minnetonka High School in 2022. I currently attend Union University in Jackson, TN, studying biology and chemistry with the plan of going to veterinary school after I graduate. I have been working at Minnetonka Animal Hospital since the summer of 2023 as a veterinary assistant and absolutely love it.

I have three senior pets at home- two cats, Delilah and Sadie, and one guinea pig named Oracle. I have owned guinea pigs since I was 10 and they hold a very special place in my heart! Although I love all furry creatures, exotic and wildlife medicine is what I am most passionate about. In my free time, my favorite thing to do is to spend time outside, whether that is hiking, hammocking, or boating. 

Jane has returned to MN to be closer to her family and we are so happy to have her with us! Having lived in NY, IL, CO, MA, WY, ID, OR, WI, and MT, she's covered the contiguous time zones - a few times - managing marketing plans, fundraising, non-profits, and a number of small businesses. Her B.S. in Communications from Northwestern University, with an emphasis in Organizational and Interpersonal Communication Studies, has shaped her career path and business acumen. Her past job experiences are as varied as the places she's lived - with work in public television, sailing, micro-breweries, editing, libraries, early-childhood education, and several non-profits. She has two sons in their early 20s who are finding their paths while the proud mom watches.

Jane grew up a cat person but is now a big-dog convert. Teddie, a rescued golden retriever, is her latest addition. Animals have always been a part of her life. She uses this life experience welcoming and assisting our clients, furry and otherwise, here at MAH. When not at work, Jane enjoys travel, cooking, reading, films, and trivia. Outdoors skiing and snowshoeing in winter - beaches, lakes, and hikes to waterfalls in summer.