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Westonka Animal Hospital
& Laser Surgery Center
4861 Shoreline Drive
Mound, MN 55364
Phone: (952) 472-4900

"Where Smart Pets Bring Their People" Dr Jackie Piepkorn Photo

Doctor Jackie Piepkorn
Dr Jackie is a 1990 graduate of Iowa State University, College of Veterinary Medicine and a 1983 graduate of Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. She has been practicing veterinary medicine for more than ten years at Westonka Animal Hospital. Her areas of interests are in ophthalmology, endocrinology, and sports medicine for dogs. She is very involved with the canine athletes, the sled dogs and the hunting dogs. She was the 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and Year 2002 Chief Veterinarian for the John Beargrease marathon sled dog race which takes place along Minnesota's north shore of Lake Superior. Being an active member of the International Sled Dog Veterinary Medicine Association and the American Canine Sports Medicine Association has allowed her additional insight to the special nutritional and conditioning needs of these athletes.
You may email Dr. Jackie Piepkorn at: westonka@citlink.net

Dr. Craig Piepkorn Dr Craig Piepkorn Photo
Dr. Craig Piepkorn is a 1986 graduate of Iowa State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a 1982 graduate of Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. His areas of interest are dermatology, behavior, dentistry, and internal medicine. He is currently working on achieving board certification in Small Animal Practice. Best wishes Dr. Craig !
You mail email Dr. Craig Piepkorn at:westonka@citlink.net

Certified Veterinary Technician: Amy
Amy has been with the clinic on a part time basis since 1992. Amy has two boys and lives with her husband, Kurt in Hopkins. She is always willing to lend a helping hand.

Certified Veterinary Technician: Stephanie Stephanie lives near Victoria with her husband, Paul, her son, Christian, her daughter, Josie and her 4 legged friends Yukon and Dozer. She has been with Westonka Aninmal Hospital since '94. Stephanie loves all pets but has an extra special place in her heart for labrador retrievers
You may email Stephanie at: westonka@citlink.net

Bookkeeper: Julie
Julie lives in Maple Plain and keeps busy with her boys, her daughter and her pets.

Certified Veterinary Technician: Jill
Jill lives in Silver Lake with her husband Greg, her dogs King, Duke, and Humvee(adorable Springer Spaniels),and her cats Lady and Spike. In addition to her Springer Spaniels, Jill also has 2 labs named Azik and Akota. Jill has special fondness for Labradors! In her spare time she enjoys horses and reading books. Another hobby she enjoys is pheasant hunting with her dad and husband. She loves to watch the dogs as they flush up the pheasants. Jill has been working at Westonka Animal Hospital and Laser Surgery Center for 5 1/2 years!! Jill loves working at Westonka Animal Hospital, she could not ask for a better work environment and team members!!

You may email Jill at: westonka@citlink.net

Receptionist: Debbie
I became a Westonka Animal Hospital team member in December of 2001. I live in Mound with my son Rick and my dog "Mocha". Mocha is a smooth coated black and tan Miniature Dachshund. He is a big voice in a small body. Don't tell him he's small as he thinks he's a very BIG dog. I have been priveleged to have "been owned by" Basenji dogs since 1979. I am currently "between" Basenjis as my Gyasi passed away, but am looking forward to a new puppy sometime in my future.
You may email Deb at: westonka@citlink.net

Certified Veterinary Technician: Allina
Hi, my name is Allina. I have been a certified Veterinary Technician at WAH for over 3 years! I absolutley love my job and I really enjoy the people I work with. I have 3 cats at home: Priscilla, Taz, and Leo; I hope some day to have a dog. My favorite breed of dog is a Yorkshire Terrier. In my spare time I love to read, listen to music, scrapbook, watch sports and spend time with my family, friends and pets.
You may email Allina at: westonka@citlink.net

Certified Veterinary Technician: Melissa
Hello! My name is Melissa. I live in Mayer and have been a Certified Vet. Tech at Westonka Animal Hospital since April, 2005. I have one dog named “Burkley” who is a Lhasa-poo and he just lights up my life!! My parents also have 2 dogs which I like to consider mine and they are wonderful dogs as well! Their names are “Tucker” (a Bichon Frise) and “Gus” (a Brittany). My favorite interests consist of spending time with my family and friends, playing volleyball, making jewelry and taking pictures for fun in my spare time. I love being a team member at Westonka Animal Hospital because my co-workers are great and I also love meeting all of you and your pets!!.
You may email Melissa at: westonka@citlink.net

Veterinary Technician: Cylinda
Cylinda lives in mound with her husband Jason, her dog "Caffery", and her cat "Kitty". In her spare time she enjoys reading, pheasant hunting, and paintball. Cylinda has been working at Westonka Animal Hospital and Laser Surgery Center since December of 2006.
You may email Cylinda at: westonka@citlink.net

Our Hospital Cats!

Tiger Lily Tiny Tim Photo

Tiny Tim

Tiny Tim and Tiger Lily are definitely our cutest staff members! They were born in April of 1999 and have been at our hospital since they were 2 weeks old. They came to our hospital in need of medical attention. Sadly, when the two kittens were in their box with their mother they got their feet tangled in some string from their blanket. Their mother got the string off, but Tiny Tim was left missing a foot and Tiger's leg was badly twisted. We all became quickly attached to the two kittens, and needless to say they never left our hospital! Tim now gets around fine minus one foot and Tiger is able to walk normally, but if you look at her back leg you can see how it's twisted.

Tiny Tim and Tiger Lily have been more wonderful staff members than we ever could have imagined. They are both extremely friendly, loving, and great with children and other animals. They take a lot of pride in their work of making everyone smile. Next time you are at the hospital keep an eye out for these two and say hi (and they wouldn't mind a nice belly rub too)!

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Got a question that you can't find an answer to? Well, ask one of our certified technicians !! Simply email your question to: westonka@citlink.net

Job Opportunities
We are always looking for and are willing to make room for outstanding, client-service focused, individuals who are committed to personal and professional growth to join our team.
We use true team management philosophies. We will train you to do things that you never dreamed possible you could do.
If you are interested in applying for a challenging position at our clinic, please email us at: westonka@citlink.net.
or visit our web site that lists current openings at: WAH Job Opportunities

So that you get to know us better, our entire staff is committed to the following
Core Values:

in celebrating the love people have for their pets
the care we want = the care patients want
patients' interests come first, community interests second, client's interests are third, our's are fourth.
self improvement = care improvement
that we will not participate in unreasonable euthanasias*
in diagnosing before treating

^*For example, we will not euthanize for behavior problems unless that pet has completed and failed a behaviorial modification program directed by a veterinarian. Even then, we may chose to help that pet find a new home which may be a better fit for that pet rather than to euthanize it.

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