Meet the Staff

Shanna

Practice Manager

Shanna came to Baxter Creek Vet in June of 2013. She is originally from Kent, Ohio. She started working in the veterinary field as an assistant in 2000 and earned her degree in Veterinary Technology in 2006. During her college years, Shanna worked summers in Yellowstone National Park and discovered a great love of this area and decided to work towards moving here permanently. In her free time she enjoys hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and skiing.

Alyssa

 
Licensed  Veterinary Technician
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​Alyssa is originally from the San Diego area and moved to Montana in 2012. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science from MSU in May of 2016. She has an extensive background with horses, from showing them competitively to using them for ranch work. Alyssa has a Palomino Quarter Horse named Boone, as well as two Boston Terriers, Mac and Rocco, and a French Bulldog, Radar. When she has some time to spare, Alyssa enjoys riding Boone, playing with her dogs, and exploring all that Montana has to offer. 

Madison

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Madison is originally from Illinois and moved to Colorado to pursue her passion to work with animals. She graduated from Colorado Mountain College in 2020 and is now a Certified Veterinary Technician. Madison and her boyfriend recently moved to Montana and are excited to start a life here.  In her free time she likes to spend time with family and friends, camping and exploring new places. 

Alex

Certified Veterinary Technician

​Alex is originally from Telluride Colorado.  She graduated  with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Theater Arts, and a minor in English writing.  She went on to obtain an Associates of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology.  Alex shares her home with Ralph, the world’s coolest cat, and Myrtle and Frank her two Bernese Mountain dogs that go with her on many outdoor adventures.  She also enjoys skiing, riding horses and floating Montana’s rivers. ​

Addy

Veterinary Assistant

​Addy is originally from Helena, Montana.  She moved to Bozeman in the summer of 2016 to pursue a degree in kinesiology at Montana State University.  She has since taken a break from school to pursue her love of animals.  Addy has a dog named Oakely.  In her free time you can find her hiking in the mountains, fishing or at the ski hill.

Melinda

Veterinary Receptionist
 
Melinda grew up in rural Pennsylvania.  After graduating from Gannon University, she moved west  with her husband.  Melinda  has been part of the veterinary community since 1994.  She joined Baxter Creek in 2017 and is very happy to be a part of the Baxter Creek family! In her free time she enjoys spending time with family,  gardening, biking, skiing and playing her guitar.

Cassanna

Veterinary  Assistant/Receptionist

Cassanna is originally from Spokane Washington.  She moved to Bozeman in 2019 for a change of scenery.  Cassanna enjoys being surrounded by animals and has four pets of her own;  Joey her dog, two bearded dragons and  a tortoise.  In her spare time you can find her on the mountain snow boarding. 

Reyna

Veterinary  Assistant/Receptionist

Originally from Minnesota, Reyna moved west and fell in love with the mountains.  She grew up on a farm and has always had critters of all kinds in her life.  From horses and cows,  to dogs and cats,  fish and reptiles. Reyna has a huge passion for working with animals and exploring the great outdoors. 

Jordyn

Veterinary Receptionist

Jordyn is originally from Alaska but lived in Snohomish, Washington for a few years where she competed in O-Mok-See events with her horse Stella.  She moved out to Bozeman for the snow and to study at MSU. You can find Jordyn riding horses, drawing, or hiking with her dog Dakota.

Elise

Veterinary Receptionist

​​Elise was born and raised in Bozeman Montana. She grew up with dogs, cats, chickens, and sheep; and has always loved animals. Outside of work she can be found reading, painting, or crocheting with the assistance of her two cats Laika and Cowboy.

Austin

Veterinary Receptionist

Austin was born and raised locally in Bozeman, Montana.  Austin has primarily worked in customer service and support roles.  From working in big box stores to small local businesses, he has spent time building rapport with the  people of his town.  In his free time, he plays tabletop games, and hikes with his two dogs, Taimi and Athena.