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 Peter Nichols, DVMDr. Nichols, a graduate of Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, moved back to Illinois in 1989 where he practiced along his father's side at Washington Veterinary Medical Clinic, established in 1962. After draining as much wisdom as possible from his father, and with a strong yearning for a place of his own, Dr. Peter Nichols created Germantown Hills Animal Clinic from an old lumber mill in November of 1991. In 1996, when Dr. Warren Nichols retired, young Dr. Nichols assumed ownership of both clinics. Since then, Dr. Nichols has completed the Executive Veterinary Program 2000, a masters business program for veterinarians, at University of Illinois and constructed a new hospital in Germantown Hills. The next challenge is to change from an associate member to a certified member of American Animal Hospital Association. Dr. Nichols is also the Veterinarian for Glen Oak Zoo. Dr. Nichols and his wife, Kelli, have two sons and one daughter: Austin, Grant and Abby; a black lab, Sarah; a black and white short hair, Nike; and new cat Noel! |
 Christine Slagel, DVMDr. Slagel is a 2002 graduate of University Of Illinois' College of Veterinary Medicine. Born and raised in Central Illinois surrounded by various dogs and cats, and sometimes cows and other assorted wildlife, she always aspired to become a veterinarian. She completed her undergraduate work at Illinois State University in Normal, IL. Dr. Slagel and her husband, Sean, have two dogs: Vince, a golden retreiver mix and Archie, a Husky mix; two cats, Scamp, a maine coon, and Josie, tortoise-shell; and a rat Ricki. |
 Amy Myers, DVMDr. Myers is a graduate of University of Illinois' College of Veterinary Medicine. She was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Myers has had experience working in the veterinary field for almost a decade while pursuing her dream to become a veterinarian. She worked at Wildlife Prairie Park taking care of a variety of wildlife and has volunteered at TAPS. Dr. Myers is the proud "mom" of Maddie, an English Bulldog, and two cats, Chelsea, a tortoise-shell, and Dex, a research cat she adopted from school. |
 Jennifer Strube, Practice ManagerJennifer has worked for Germantown Hills Animal Hospital since 1995. Jenni is very devoted to her work, as well as continuing her education in practice management. She has a B.S. in Biology from the University of Illinois, and a Bachelors degree in Secondary Education from Illinois State University. Her current goal is certification in Veterinary Practice Management. In addition to her son and daughter, Hudson and Harper, Jenni has two Minature Schnauzers: Bailey Boo and Ollie; a Chesapeake Bay Retriever Caisey, and two DLH cats: Riley and Maizey. |
 Shannon Wuellner, CVT (Veterinary Technician)Shannon received a Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from Illinois State University in 2002. She received her Associates Degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Parkland College in 2006 and graduated with high honors. Shannon adopted Sully a 2 year old Golden Retriever from PAWS. Heathcliff is an orange and white tabby cat that she adopted while in school. Heathcliff was a research cat that Shannon just could not resist. She also adopted a one-eyed guinea pig while in school. Shannon also has Doopy Doo, a Pit mix. |
 Katie Martin, Veterinary AssistantKatie moved here from Michigan, and started working at Germantown Hills Animal Clinic in August 2003, with 12 years experience in Veterinary Assisting. Katie rescued a mixed cat named Cubby and a yellow lab named Buster. In addition to the rescuees, a Siamese cat, Maya; and an African gray parrot, Sherman make up an interesting menagerie of pets at Katie's home. Katie and her husband, Mark, also have a son, Kevin. |
 Laurie Fussner, Veterinary AssistantIn October 2004, Laurie started working full time. She had been working here on a part-time basis for 10 years. Laurie had previously been a dental assistant. Laurie has two dogs: Dixie, a black lab, and Bailey, a chocolate lab; and a cat named Monkey. |
 Kelly Braun, Receptionist, Kennel AssistantKelly joined our team here at Germantown Hills Animal Hospital in July 2003. She is a local Metamora native, graduated from Metamora High School. She is currently attending Eureka College. Kelly has a pet poodle named Fluffy, a Lhasa mix named Ximines, a lab named Cloud, and a cat named Beethoven. |
 Kim Kiesewetter, Receptionist, Kennel AssistantKim enjoys attending her children's softball games and gardening as well as taking care of her pets Shyann, a beagle adopted from a neighbor, Kya, a puggle, Destiny, a cat Kim bottle fed as a kitty who is now 3 years old, and another cat A.J. |
 Jennifer Tarbet, ReceptionistJennifer's cheerful attitude is contagious. She began working for Germantown Hills Animal Hospital in August of 2004. Jennifer's husband is Howard, and they have an Akita named Jake that Jennifer adopted from Akita Rescue. |
 Brandi Truckenbrod, Receptionist, Kennel AssistantBrandi grew up on a farm making her an avid animal lover. Aside from her Blue Healer, "Toby", she also enjoys spending time with her two dozen head of Shorthorn Cattle and her two horses, "Dusty" and "Belle". Brandi is attending Illiniois Central College working toward her animal science degree. |
 Sarah Gehrig, Kennel AssistantSarah is attending ICC and enjoys running, swimming, shopping, going to the movies, and playing with animals in her spare time. She was born in Switzerland and visits yearly. Sarah has 3 cats: Tigger, a tabby; Tyson, a large, black, easily annoyed, long-haired cat who does not like men; and Rory, a sweet, black, playful cat. Rory likes to play with hair, hide socks under the couch, and sleep in the bathroom sinks! |
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