Fox River Animal Hospital / Our Team

Our Team...	Dan Shepherd, DVM Dr. Shepherd opened Fox River Animal Hospital in July 2001, he had previously been a veterinarian in a small animal practice in Moline, Illinois for 7 years. Dr. Shepherd is a 1991 graduate of Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Shepherd has a particular interest in senior wellness and preventive medicine. To keep on top of current therapies and topics in Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Shepherd attends conferences, and seminars frequently. He recently completed continuing education classes regarding fungal diseases, feline house soiling, dentistry, and a wet-lab on pain management. When not at the practice, Dr. Shepherd enjoys spending time with his wife, Amy and two small children. Ava (7) and Matthew (4) and baby Joseph born July 2009 can often be seen racing around the hospital at top speed. The Shepherds enjoy mountain biking, taking walks with their children and camping when they get the chance! Dr. Shepherd is a member of the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association, the American Association of Feline Practitioners, the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Veterinary Information Network.
	Amy Short, CVT Practice Manager Amy opened Fox River Animal Hospital in 2001 with her husband, Dr. Shepherd. She is a native of central Illinois and holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Augustana College. Amy received her certification as a veterinary technician in 2004. In her spare time Amy enjoys spending time with her family and "starting" craft projects. The Short-Shepherd family is crazy about their PETS which include: 4 cats (Strider is shown here), a dog, 3 birds and turtle (Amy got her turtle for her 8th grade graduation!) Amy is a member of the Wisconsin Veterinary Technician Association and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America.
	Sandy LaViolette, CVT Office Manager Sandy is a very familiar face at Fox River Animal Hospital. Sandy joined the team in the Spring of 2002 as a receptionist. She held that position until Spring 2005 when she took the position of stay at home mom and office manager for Fox River. Sandy can be found here in the afternoons and on Saturdays. In her spare time Sandy enjoys camping, hiking, sailing and boating. She also loves spending time with her little boy Garrison (4), Lauren (2), and new baby Derrek born in May 2009, her husband Dave and their dog, Lacy, and cats, Snickers, Bagheera, Precious, and Qui-Gon!
	Lynn Walters, CVT Lynn (holding Jynx) has been with Fox River since 2006. She has a Bachelor's degree in Education from UW OshKosh. Lynn attained her certification in veterinary technology in 2009. She works closely with Dr. Shepherd caring for our patients in the exam rooms and when they are hospitalized. Lynn is a movie fanatic and she has a very extensive library of DVD's. Lynn does not currently have any pets because she lives in an apartment, but she grew up with a large menagerie including horses and dogs. Congratulations to Lynn and Mark on their wedding in June 2009!!!
	Kristina Peterson Veterinary Assistant Kristina is originally from New London and she has a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Education from UW Steven's Point. Kristina can be found working with Dr. Shepherd in exam rooms as well as assisting in the treatment of our patients in the treatment and surgery areas. In her spare time Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband, Matt, baby Halle, their dog Tucker (very handsome don't you think?) and her kitty Prego.
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