Please Note: We will be closing early at noon on Tuesday, December 24th and will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th in observance of Christmas!

Our Team

APPOINTMENT

Dr. Victoria Winfield

Veterinarian

Dr. Victoria Winfield’s upbeat attitude and approachability served her well while attending Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine where she excelled in the rigorous small animal program. At Kansas State University, Dr. Winfield earned certificates of appreciation for her dedication to her patients and clients. Her strong communication skills and surgical prowess earned her an excellent reputation as an outstanding small animal veterinarian. Dr. Winfield enjoys spending time with her family and traveling in her free time. Dr. Winfield has two Labradors named Livvie and Riesling, along with guinea pigs, chickens, and a duck named Georgia. Her family recently adopted a much anticipated French Bulldog named Pickles!

Dr. Victoria Winfield

Veterinarian

Dr. Victoria Winfield’s upbeat attitude and approachability served her well while attending Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine where she excelled in the rigorous small animal program. At Kansas State University, Dr. Winfield earned certificates of appreciation for her dedication to her patients and clients. Her strong communication skills and surgical prowess earned her an excellent reputation as an outstanding small animal veterinarian. Dr. Winfield enjoys spending time with her family and traveling in her free time. Dr. Winfield has two Labradors named Livvie and Riesling, along with guinea pigs, chickens, and a duck named Georgia. Her family recently adopted a much anticipated French Bulldog named Pickles!

Dr. Hallie Olson

Veterinarian

Dr. Hallie Olson graduated from Colorado State University in 2008 with the intent to work on beef cattle only, however, she found that she loves challenging cases that working with dogs and cats allows. Her special interests are surgery and ultrasound. In her free time, Dr. Olson enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter working on their farm and ranch, reading mystery novels, and riding horses. Dr. Olson has two dogs named Ginger and Josie, one very spoiled house cat named Gracie, along with numerous barn cats, horses, and cattle.

Dr. Hallie Olson

Veterinarian

Dr. Hallie Olson graduated from Colorado State University in 2008 with the intent to work on beef cattle only, however, she found that she loves challenging cases that working with dogs and cats allows. Her special interests are surgery and ultrasound. In her free time, Dr. Olson enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter working on their farm and ranch, reading mystery novels, and riding horses. Dr. Olson has two dogs named Ginger and Josie, one very spoiled house cat named Gracie, along with numerous barn cats, horses, and cattle.

Dr. Audrey Christensen

Veterinarian

Dr. Audrey Christensen grew up on a farm near David City, Nebraska, where she developed a love of learning and was fascinated by biology and zoology. After completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Nebraska, she attended Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She graduated Magna cum Laude in May of 2015. As a small animal veterinarian, Dr. Christensen enjoys observing and enhancing the bond pet owners share with their critters. She also has a particular interest in soft tissue surgery. In her free time, Dr. Christensen loves to travel and spend time with her family. Dr. Christensen has a Doberman named Bourbon, a german shorthair named Korbin, a German Wirehair named Oats, and numerous cattle on her and her husband’s farm.

Dr. Audrey Christensen

Veterinarian

Dr. Audrey Christensen grew up on a farm near David City, Nebraska, where she developed a love of learning and was fascinated by biology and zoology. After completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Nebraska, she attended Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She graduated Magna cum Laude in May of 2015. As a small animal veterinarian, Dr. Christensen enjoys observing and enhancing the bond pet owners share with their critters. She also has a particular interest in soft tissue surgery. In her free time, Dr. Christensen loves to travel and spend time with her family. Dr. Christensen has a Doberman named Bourbon, a german shorthair named Korbin, a German Wirehair named Oats, and numerous cattle on her and her husband’s farm.

Dr. Allyson Hertig

Veterinarian

Dr. Allyson Hertig is a native of Kansas and joined Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital after graduating from Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. Her hobbies include skiing, scuba diving, soccer, and cooking. She has a pit bull named Tillie and a python named Petey.

Dr. Allyson Hertig

Veterinarian

Dr. Allyson Hertig is a native of Kansas and joined Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital after graduating from Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. Her hobbies include skiing, scuba diving, soccer, and cooking. She has a pit bull named Tillie and a python named Petey.

Alyssa

Practice Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alyssa brings to Companion’s Choice several years of service to the veterinary medical community and is a licensed veterinary technician. She excels at problem-solving and works hard to ensure clients have the best experience possible at our hospital. Building great team relationships is one of her strongest personality traits. Alyssa’s favorite part about veterinary medicine is surgeries and emergencies but she thoroughly enjoys building a relationship with pets and owners during their visits to Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital. Alyssa enjoys camping, fishing, working on the family farm, and spending time with her husband and children. Alyssa has a pointer named Hank, a mini Australian Shepherd named Roxy, an indoor cat named Fred, and several farm cats.

Alyssa

Practice Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alyssa brings to Companion’s Choice several years of service to the veterinary medical community and is a licensed veterinary technician. She excels at problem-solving and works hard to ensure clients have the best experience possible at our hospital. Building great team relationships is one of her strongest personality traits. Alyssa’s favorite part about veterinary medicine is surgeries and emergencies but she thoroughly enjoys building a relationship with pets and owners during their visits to Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital. Alyssa enjoys camping, fishing, working on the family farm, and spending time with her husband and children. Alyssa has a pointer named Hank, a mini Australian Shepherd named Roxy, an indoor cat named Fred, and several farm cats.

Laura

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Laura has been with Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital since receiving her degree and license in veterinary technology in 2013. As a seasoned licensed veterinary technician, she knows every aspect of the job inside and out. Her favorite part about her job is patient care, especially the neonatal and geriatric patients. She loves when a patient gets to go home healthy after coming to us with an illness or injury and she is an amazing foster mom each spring to multiple kittens that are brought to us by local shelters. Laura is a big feline fan and loves providing “catification” to all of our feline patients during their stay. In her free time, Laura loves traveling, camping, and scuba diving. Laura has two cats named Edna and Faith, and two dogs named Kiwi and Buddy.

Laura

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Laura has been with Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital since receiving her degree and license in veterinary technology in 2013. As a seasoned licensed veterinary technician, she knows every aspect of the job inside and out. Her favorite part about her job is patient care, especially the neonatal and geriatric patients. She loves when a patient gets to go home healthy after coming to us with an illness or injury and she is an amazing foster mom each spring to multiple kittens that are brought to us by local shelters. Laura is a big feline fan and loves providing “catification” to all of our feline patients during their stay. In her free time, Laura loves traveling, camping, and scuba diving. Laura has two cats named Edna and Faith, and two dogs named Kiwi and Buddy.

Danielle

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Danielle (D) joined our team in March of 2017. Her pleasant nature and constant smile put our patients and clients at ease, and her genuine thoughtfulness and caring are displayed in everything she does. She also adds to the fun and enjoyable atmosphere here just by being herself. Dee is a seasoned technician who brings her knowledge and experience to Companion’s Choice for the benefit of you and your kids with fur! In her free time, D enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time outdoors with her fiancé. They have a Rottweiler named Cajun.

Danielle

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Danielle (D) joined our team in March of 2017. Her pleasant nature and constant smile put our patients and clients at ease, and her genuine thoughtfulness and caring are displayed in everything she does. She also adds to the fun and enjoyable atmosphere here just by being herself. Dee is a seasoned technician who brings her knowledge and experience to Companion’s Choice for the benefit of you and your kids with fur! In her free time, D enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time outdoors with her fiancé. They have a Rottweiler named Cajun.

Sam G.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Sam G started in the Spring of 2020 as a veterinary technician intern. She has since become a licensed veterinary technician. Since her internship, we have watched her skills and confidence level soar as she has become an extremely caring, attentive, and talented LVT. In her free time, Sam enjoys playing fetch with her cat and spending time on the farm. Her dream vacation would be to Australia.

Sam G.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Sam G started in the Spring of 2020 as a veterinary technician intern. She has since become a licensed veterinary technician. Since her internship, we have watched her skills and confidence level soar as she has become an extremely caring, attentive, and talented LVT. In her free time, Sam enjoys playing fetch with her cat and spending time on the farm. Her dream vacation would be to Australia.

Terrin

Veterinary Technician Intern

Terrin joined the Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital team as a technician intern just this summer! She is currently attending the online Penn Foster Veterinary Technician program. Terrin enjoys anything outdoors, photography, Husker football, golf, and Halloween. Terrin also enjoys spending time with her two dogs; Dali, a yellow lab, and Remi, a golden retriever.

Megan

Veterinary Assistant

Megan was added to the Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital team as a veterinary assistant in the summer of 2019. She was an immediate asset to the team with her positive attitude and compassion for each and every patient. She very quickly picked up on the tasks assigned to our assistants and instantly started broadening her veterinary knowledge and skills. Megan’s favorite part about working at CCAH is the constant learning of new skills and she also has a special interest in pocket pets. Megan plans to pursue a degree and license in veterinary technology. Megan loves being outdoors camping, fishing, or hunting. She also enjoys painting in her free time. Megan has a chihuahua named Elvis and an Australian Shepherd named Wrigley.

Megan

Veterinary Assistant

Megan was added to the Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital team as a veterinary assistant in the summer of 2019. She was an immediate asset to the team with her positive attitude and compassion for each and every patient. She very quickly picked up on the tasks assigned to our assistants and instantly started broadening her veterinary knowledge and skills. Megan’s favorite part about working at CCAH is the constant learning of new skills and she also has a special interest in pocket pets. Megan plans to pursue a degree and license in veterinary technology. Megan loves being outdoors camping, fishing, or hunting. She also enjoys painting in her free time. Megan has a chihuahua named Elvis and an Australian Shepherd named Wrigley.

Kaylee

Veterinary Assistant

Kaylee started with us on our very first day at the new building! Kaylee does a great job helping anywhere that she can and is picking up on things quickly. It won’t be long and she will be starting rooms for the doctors all on her own! The staff have really enjoyed adding her to the team!

Kaylee

Veterinary Assistant

Kaylee started with us on our very first day at the new building! Kaylee does a great job helping anywhere that she can and is picking up on things quickly. It won’t be long and she will be starting rooms for the doctors all on her own! The staff have really enjoyed adding her to the team!

Elena

Elena

Boarding Coordinator

Elena grew up in North Carolina where she was surrounded by all sorts of animals her parents rescued. She attended college, majoring in Animal Science, with an emphasis in Veterinary Technology. Elena was a stay at home mom for many years, raising her kids surrounded by animals just like she was. Elena is excited to be once again working with animals as the Boarding Coordinator for Companion’s Choice Animal Hospital.
Dalton

Dalton

Kennel Caregiver

We were excited to have Dalton join the Companion’s Choice team in the winter of 2019. Dalton is very dedicated to caring for each animal during their stay at the clinic. He is quick to ensure they are as comfortable as possible and have everything they may need or want while boarding. Dalton enjoys listening to music, reading, and going camping in his free time.

Abigail

Abigail

Kennel Caregiver

Abigail is a local college student considering furthering a veterinary medicine career. She has previous experience working at a much larger boarding facility near her hometown. Her experience with furbabies has paid off, as she does an amazing job at caring for our patients staying with us! You may also see Abigail in an appointment in the main building as she also fills in for us as a veterinary assistant!
Mia

Mia

Kennel Caregiver

Bio coming soon!

Chloe

Chloe

Kennel Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Kaydince

Kaydince

Kennel Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Savannah

Savannah

Kennel Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Abby

Abby

Kennel Assistant

Bio coming soon!

Kerry

Kerry

Kennel Assistant

Bio coming soon!