Meet the Staff

Shanna

Practice Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician

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

 Practice Manager/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

Licensed 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. ​

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.

Taylor

Veterinary Receptionist

Taylor was born and raised in Bozeman, Montana. She grew up surrounded by animals and currently lives with her dog, Scooby and her cat, Cloud.  In her free time she can be found reading, journaling or traveling with friends.

Krystan

Veterinary Assistant

​Krystan, a native of western Washington, relocated to Sidney, MT in 2018 to complete high school. Following graduation, she delved into Animal Science at Miles Community College, now nearing completion of her Bachelor's at Montana State University. Off-duty, she revels in playing with her dogs, Stark and Capone, home projects, and cherished moments with loved ones.

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Nyssa

Veterinary Assistant

Nyssa grew up in Corvallis, MT on her families farm and greenhouse operation. She is currently perusing a degree in animals science at Montana State University, in hopes of attending veterinary school in the coming years. She wants to eventually do large animal rural medicine. When not working you will often find her spending time outdoors out on the lake, snowboarding at Bridger or spending time with her dogs and her black angus cows back home. ​

Ryley

Veterinary Receptionist

Ryley is originally from rural Pennsylvannia where she was raised on both a dairy cattle and beef cattle farms. She moved to Montana to pursue a degree in animal (pre-vet)  science and microbiology to eventually to vet school and become a mixed practice veterinarian.  In her free time, she loves spending time outside, hunting, camping, and kayaking with friends. 

Miranda

Veterinary Assistant

​Miranda is originally from Montana. She graduated with a Degree in Equine Science from UMW in 2018. Miranda has a quarter horse named Windy, as well as a corgi Callie and an aussie Amy. In her free time she enjoys hiking, trail riding, camping, and spending time with her 2 dogs and horse.  ​

Lauren

​L​icensed ​Veterinary Technician

​Lauren grew up in Southern California, but has a deep love for Montana after having lived here since 2018. She graduated from MSU with a degree in Animal Science and a Pre-Vet Certification in May 2023, and plans to continue her life here. She has been in vet med since 2016 and is currently pursuing her technician license. She grew up with a plethora of unique animals including reptiles and birds of prey. Her current household consists of 5 desert tortoises, 1 bearded dragon, 2 hawks, and a sweet puppy named Dahlia. When she is not working, you can likely find her somewhere along the water, whether it’s fishing, floating, or just soaking up the sunshine.