Meet the Staff
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ShannaPractice 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. |
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Alyssa Practice Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician
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. |
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MelindaVeterinary 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, hiking, skiing and playing her guitar. |
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KrystanVeterinary 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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GillianVeterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Gillian moved to Bozeman in 2018 to attend MSU. She graduated with her BFA and by then had fallen in love with Montana. Gillian is currently studying at MSU for Animal Science. She has two pets, a calico cat named Bug and a ball python named Lumin. When not at work, Gillian enjoys reading, painting, playing with Bug, and looking for critters on hikes. |
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JustineLicensed Veterinary Technician
Justine is from central Montana but moved to the Bozeman area in 2019. She obtained her second degree in Wildlife and Ecology Management from MSU. She lives with an incredibly dog- like cat named Otter-Pop, however she most often refers to her as "Little Stinky." In her free time she quilts, reads, fishes and builds Legos with her partner, Wes. |
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Addy
Veterinary Assistant
Addy is a Montana native who moved to Bozeman in 2016 to attend Montana State University. She began at the clinic in 2019 and has a strong passion for helping animals. She has two dogs who she spends all of her free time with. Find her making coffees on the weekends and exploring the outdoors. |
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JenVeterinary Receptionist
Jen was born and raised in the Gallatin Valley. After nine years in the auto body industry, she made an amazing transition into the veterinary world. Jen is excited to be part of the Baxter Creek family, and is honored to continue to help the community. When not working she enjoys time with her husband, grown daughters, two cats and her ferret. |
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GraceVeterinary Receptionist
Grace is originally from Southern Indiana. She moved to Bozeman in 2020 to attend Montana State University. She received her B.S. in Equine Science in 2024. In her free time she enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing, baking and hanging with her three horses, Rosie, Romeo and Magnolia. |
