Megan H
CCRA, CCFT, CVT in progress
Bio coming soon.
Becky
CVA, CCRA, CCFT, CCMT Head Veterinary and Dental Technician
Becky developed her passion for veterinary medicine during her childhood. Growing up in Knoxville, Iowa, young Becky began joining a local veterinarian on his patient appointments when she was just eight years old. Becky thoroughly enjoyed her one-on-one time with this generous veterinary professional; and by the time she was 15 years old, she had acquired valuable veterinary medicine knowledge. Even more importantly, Becky had realized that she was meant for a veterinary career!
When Becky began attending nearby Simpson College, she wanted to maintain her connection to veterinary medicine. Becky applied for a part-time job at Ingersoll Animal Hospital in 1980, and she has been a valuable part of the hospital’s care team for more than 30 years.
Throughout Becky’s time at the hospital, she has taken the initiative to improve her skills, which increases her ability to provide care for her clients’ treasured pets. Becky has become a Certified Veterinary Assistant and a Medical Laser Technician. She has also completed advanced training from the American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians. This dedicated, animal-loving lady keeps herself updated on the latest veterinary medicine advances, and she’s always ready to adapt to new technologies to better help her furry patients.
In Becky’s free time, she’s a seasoned distance runner who has completed several marathons. Becky, Tempo and Pacer, her miniature schnauzers, also compete in agility trials. She’s currently training Tempo and Pacer to be well-seasoned competitors! They are both still very much puppies and are more vocal than Becky would like, but they are making great progress.
When Becky began attending nearby Simpson College, she wanted to maintain her connection to veterinary medicine. Becky applied for a part-time job at Ingersoll Animal Hospital in 1980, and she has been a valuable part of the hospital’s care team for more than 30 years.
Throughout Becky’s time at the hospital, she has taken the initiative to improve her skills, which increases her ability to provide care for her clients’ treasured pets. Becky has become a Certified Veterinary Assistant and a Medical Laser Technician. She has also completed advanced training from the American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians. This dedicated, animal-loving lady keeps herself updated on the latest veterinary medicine advances, and she’s always ready to adapt to new technologies to better help her furry patients.
In Becky’s free time, she’s a seasoned distance runner who has completed several marathons. Becky, Tempo and Pacer, her miniature schnauzers, also compete in agility trials. She’s currently training Tempo and Pacer to be well-seasoned competitors! They are both still very much puppies and are more vocal than Becky would like, but they are making great progress.
Kacie
RVT, CCRN, CCFT
Kacie grew up alongside her first puppy, Max, who quickly became her best friend in the world. This was the beginning of her lifelong passion for animals! Ever since she can remember, Kacie has wanted to improve the lives of pets in whatever way she could—now, she’s able to use her skills as a Veterinary Assistant to do just that.
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Kacie moved with her family to Waukee, Iowa at a young age and has lived in the area ever since. She was still in high school when she started working at her first veterinary practice, and decided to further her education in the animal-care field after graduation. Kacie headed to Iowa State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in animal science, then signed on as a Veterinary Assistant here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital. She couldn’t be happier to continue her veterinary journey alongside the talented and compassionate clinic team!
Outside of her interests in the animal-care world, Kacie enjoys staying active in the great outdoors. She’s an avid boater, fisher, and camper, and also loves to golf.
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Kacie moved with her family to Waukee, Iowa at a young age and has lived in the area ever since. She was still in high school when she started working at her first veterinary practice, and decided to further her education in the animal-care field after graduation. Kacie headed to Iowa State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in animal science, then signed on as a Veterinary Assistant here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital. She couldn’t be happier to continue her veterinary journey alongside the talented and compassionate clinic team!
Outside of her interests in the animal-care world, Kacie enjoys staying active in the great outdoors. She’s an avid boater, fisher, and camper, and also loves to golf.
Shelbi L
CCRA, CVT in progress
Shelbi is a Des Moines native, and grew up spending many summer days at the Blank Park Zoo. She’s always been interested in the behavior and rehabilitation of animals, and knew that she would love to work hands-on to better the lives of the earth’s creatures. That’s why Shelbi decided to become a member of the veterinary profession!
Shelbi first joined the team here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital while starting college at Iowa State University, filling in during breaks and summer vacation as a Veterinary Assistant, until returning to the clinic full-time after graduating with her degree in animal ecology. She especially loves to learn new things on a daily basis, and also enjoys observing and helping with surgeries. Shelbi’s favorite part of her work is that every day is a little bit different—she’s constantly kept on her toes!
Outside of work, Shelbi likes traveling and spending time at home with her own pets. She shares her life with Nashville, a Golden Retriever/English Setter mix who loves to be pampered, as well as a spunky black cat named Manny.
Shelbi first joined the team here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital while starting college at Iowa State University, filling in during breaks and summer vacation as a Veterinary Assistant, until returning to the clinic full-time after graduating with her degree in animal ecology. She especially loves to learn new things on a daily basis, and also enjoys observing and helping with surgeries. Shelbi’s favorite part of her work is that every day is a little bit different—she’s constantly kept on her toes!
Outside of work, Shelbi likes traveling and spending time at home with her own pets. She shares her life with Nashville, a Golden Retriever/English Setter mix who loves to be pampered, as well as a spunky black cat named Manny.
Lyndsey
Veterinary Technician
Bio coming soon.
Olivia O
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Rylee
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Kyleigh
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Olivia B
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Tiffany
Patient Care Coordinator
Bio coming soon.
Adaly
Patient Care Coordinator
Bio coming soon.
Randi
Patient Care Coordinator
Randi’s lifetime passion for animals, and experience working with racetrack horses, has provided a strong foundation for her veterinary hospital work. By previously earning her Dental Assistant certificate, Randi gained basic medical knowledge that she uses in her Patient Care Coordinator position. When her clients and their beloved pets arrive for their appointments, Randi greets them with a friendly smile and a calm, efficient manner. She wants them to have a smooth, positive hospital experience; and just in case, Randi’s ready with her supply of dog treats!
Living outside Des Moines with her fiance Jason, Randi has quite a collection of dogs, cats, and horses. Randi thrives on being outdoors, and she takes every opportunity to ride her horses and bond with her dog. She also shares camping, fishing, hunting, four-wheeling, and road trips with Jason. Randi’s generally an early bird, getting up before sunrise, working hard on the farm and at the hospital, and turning out the lights well after the sun goes down.
Randi’s three horses have an insatiable appetite, as they eat all day and then escape from their pasture to gorge themselves on the other side of the fence. So far, Solomon, Tornado, and Lexy haven’t suffered any ill effects from their food fests. Randi’s dog Kilo loves playing with the horses, and she’ll hitch a ride on any moving vehicle, hopping into the truck or jumping on the four-wheeler. Finally, Randi’s two cats have found a way to entertain themselves inside the house. Kazz has learned how to completely unroll the toilet paper, and Trix has developed the fine art of sleeping all day.
Living outside Des Moines with her fiance Jason, Randi has quite a collection of dogs, cats, and horses. Randi thrives on being outdoors, and she takes every opportunity to ride her horses and bond with her dog. She also shares camping, fishing, hunting, four-wheeling, and road trips with Jason. Randi’s generally an early bird, getting up before sunrise, working hard on the farm and at the hospital, and turning out the lights well after the sun goes down.
Randi’s three horses have an insatiable appetite, as they eat all day and then escape from their pasture to gorge themselves on the other side of the fence. So far, Solomon, Tornado, and Lexy haven’t suffered any ill effects from their food fests. Randi’s dog Kilo loves playing with the horses, and she’ll hitch a ride on any moving vehicle, hopping into the truck or jumping on the four-wheeler. Finally, Randi’s two cats have found a way to entertain themselves inside the house. Kazz has learned how to completely unroll the toilet paper, and Trix has developed the fine art of sleeping all day.
Kryssa
Pet Groomer
Kryssa was only in the eighth grade when she started helping at a grooming facility operated by Kryssa’s own dog trainer. Over the years, she learned the ropes of the grooming profession hands-on—she hasn’t stopped grooming pets since. Now, Kryssa is Ingersoll Animal Hospital’s resident Pet Groomer!
Kryssa is originally from New Virginia, Iowa, and attended Kirkwood Community College to study pet grooming and small-business management. After completing her schooling, she signed on with a local animal hospital for a time before moving on to another nearby clinic, where she worked as a Veterinary Assistant while starting her very own grooming business during her off hours.
In the summer of 2018, Kryssa joined the Ingersoll Animal Hospital family and has been making the pets of the area look and feel their absolute best ever since. For her, nothing beats seeing the look on an owner’s face when they first see their freshly groomed companion—those moments make it all worth it for Kryssa!
When she isn’t pampering pets here at the hospital, Kryssa enjoys scrapbooking and spending quality time with her friends and family. She and her boyfriend, Josh, have a beautiful daughter named Ava and also share their lives with three canine companions: Angel, Kryssa’s rat terrier who used to compete alongside Kryssa in competitive 4-H shows; a Pit Bull named Arielle who is both a Canine Good Citizen and a certified therapy dog; and Triton the Pit Bull, also a Canine Good Citizen who loves performing his best tricks for treats.
Kryssa is originally from New Virginia, Iowa, and attended Kirkwood Community College to study pet grooming and small-business management. After completing her schooling, she signed on with a local animal hospital for a time before moving on to another nearby clinic, where she worked as a Veterinary Assistant while starting her very own grooming business during her off hours.
In the summer of 2018, Kryssa joined the Ingersoll Animal Hospital family and has been making the pets of the area look and feel their absolute best ever since. For her, nothing beats seeing the look on an owner’s face when they first see their freshly groomed companion—those moments make it all worth it for Kryssa!
When she isn’t pampering pets here at the hospital, Kryssa enjoys scrapbooking and spending quality time with her friends and family. She and her boyfriend, Josh, have a beautiful daughter named Ava and also share their lives with three canine companions: Angel, Kryssa’s rat terrier who used to compete alongside Kryssa in competitive 4-H shows; a Pit Bull named Arielle who is both a Canine Good Citizen and a certified therapy dog; and Triton the Pit Bull, also a Canine Good Citizen who loves performing his best tricks for treats.
Dr. N.T. Peterson
DVM, CCRT, CCRV, CVA, CVSMT, CAC, CCFT
Dr. Peterson has always felt a deep connection with animals. Whether she was bonding with her childhood pets, helping a client’s treasured cat to recover from an illness, or playing with her own affectionate dogs, she always felt that animals greatly enriched her life. To give back to these loving creatures who have such generous spirits, Dr. Peterson has dedicated her career to helping improve animals’ health, comfort, and quality of life!
Born and raised in Altoona, Iowa, Dr. Peterson received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1981. After briefly practicing in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Peterson joined Ingersoll Animal Hospital as an associate veterinarian in December 1981. In 2005, Dr. Peterson purchased the practice, and over the years she has been pleased with the hospital’s continued growth.
Dr. Peterson enjoys cultivating relationships with her clients and caring for their beloved pets. She loves the varied challenges she faces each day, and savors the rewards of seeing a much-loved pet recover and thrive again. Dr. Peterson especially likes to focus on dentistry, as a good dental cleaning and preventive maintenance can make a real difference in a pet’s life. She also appreciates new pain management and oncology treatments, and keeps up with the latest advances in those fields.
Dr. Peterson is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT), and received her certification from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in order to help both companion and performance animals improve their quality of life. She is also a Certified Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapist (CVSMT), having received her certification from The Healing Oasis. (Veterinary spinal manipulation is often referred to as veterinary or animal chiropractic.) In addition to her rehabilitation and chiropractic interests, Dr. Peterson is certified in veterinary acupuncture by The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society.
Dr. Peterson also has a keen interest in obedience work. She teaches dog obedience classes at the Des Moines Obedience Training Club; and she frequently enters obedience, agility, tracking, and hunt test competitions with her dogs. Dr. Peterson is also passionate about providing service dogs for military veterans. She serves as the veterinary advisor for the Puppy Jake Foundation, a group founded to accomplish this worthy goal.
Dr. Peterson and her husband John remain close to their two adult children. The couple’s daughter enjoys her museum education curator work, and their son attends college as a performing arts major. In her spare time, Dr. Peterson likes to stay active and always makes time for bicycling, volleyball, and perennial gardening. Dr. Peterson and her husband love to travel, and they count a memorable Zambian safari trip as a highlight of their lives.
This animal-focused couple shares their home with several furry family members. Takoda is an affectionate, fun-loving golden retriever who accompanies Dr. Peterson to work each day. Takoda also excels at obedience work, and has recently become Dr. Peterson’s third obedience champion. Zing, a beautiful Siamese mix cat, is a chatty feline who delights in showing everyone the location of his food bin.
Born and raised in Altoona, Iowa, Dr. Peterson received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1981. After briefly practicing in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Peterson joined Ingersoll Animal Hospital as an associate veterinarian in December 1981. In 2005, Dr. Peterson purchased the practice, and over the years she has been pleased with the hospital’s continued growth.
Dr. Peterson enjoys cultivating relationships with her clients and caring for their beloved pets. She loves the varied challenges she faces each day, and savors the rewards of seeing a much-loved pet recover and thrive again. Dr. Peterson especially likes to focus on dentistry, as a good dental cleaning and preventive maintenance can make a real difference in a pet’s life. She also appreciates new pain management and oncology treatments, and keeps up with the latest advances in those fields.
Dr. Peterson is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT), and received her certification from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in order to help both companion and performance animals improve their quality of life. She is also a Certified Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapist (CVSMT), having received her certification from The Healing Oasis. (Veterinary spinal manipulation is often referred to as veterinary or animal chiropractic.) In addition to her rehabilitation and chiropractic interests, Dr. Peterson is certified in veterinary acupuncture by The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society.
Dr. Peterson also has a keen interest in obedience work. She teaches dog obedience classes at the Des Moines Obedience Training Club; and she frequently enters obedience, agility, tracking, and hunt test competitions with her dogs. Dr. Peterson is also passionate about providing service dogs for military veterans. She serves as the veterinary advisor for the Puppy Jake Foundation, a group founded to accomplish this worthy goal.
Dr. Peterson and her husband John remain close to their two adult children. The couple’s daughter enjoys her museum education curator work, and their son attends college as a performing arts major. In her spare time, Dr. Peterson likes to stay active and always makes time for bicycling, volleyball, and perennial gardening. Dr. Peterson and her husband love to travel, and they count a memorable Zambian safari trip as a highlight of their lives.
This animal-focused couple shares their home with several furry family members. Takoda is an affectionate, fun-loving golden retriever who accompanies Dr. Peterson to work each day. Takoda also excels at obedience work, and has recently become Dr. Peterson’s third obedience champion. Zing, a beautiful Siamese mix cat, is a chatty feline who delights in showing everyone the location of his food bin.
Dr. T. J. Frye
Veterinarian
Dr. Frye received her veterinary career inspiration from an unlikely source. While attending Chadron State College in Nebraska, she happened to chat with an Iowa State University-educated professor. As it turned out, the professor was familiar with the University’s College of Veterinary Medicine; and he strongly encouraged this enthusiastic student to pursue a veterinary education at Iowa State. She listened to his advice, and after much hard work received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from this well-known institution. Since the early 1990s, Dr. Frye has been a vital part of the Ingersoll Animal Hospital care team, and she’s glad she chose a veterinary medicine career!
When Dr. Frye’s not caring for her clients’ cherished pets, she enjoys tending her garden and singing in her church choir. She frequently volunteers to teach classes at the Cyclone Country Kennel Club, and she often joins in Club activities as well. Libby and Torie, Dr. Frye’s beautiful golden retrievers, function as her team members in agility and obedience trials and hunt tests. Through observing the goldens during their varied training regimens, Dr. Frye has developed a keen interest in the animal behavior field.
Dr. Frye and her husband Casey have diversified the goldens’ skills, training them for upland hunting work. In favorable weather, the couple frequently piles the happy dogs in the car for another high-energy expedition.
When Dr. Frye’s not caring for her clients’ cherished pets, she enjoys tending her garden and singing in her church choir. She frequently volunteers to teach classes at the Cyclone Country Kennel Club, and she often joins in Club activities as well. Libby and Torie, Dr. Frye’s beautiful golden retrievers, function as her team members in agility and obedience trials and hunt tests. Through observing the goldens during their varied training regimens, Dr. Frye has developed a keen interest in the animal behavior field.
Dr. Frye and her husband Casey have diversified the goldens’ skills, training them for upland hunting work. In favorable weather, the couple frequently piles the happy dogs in the car for another high-energy expedition.
Dr. K.M. Kendall
Veterinarian, CVA
Dr. Kendall can recall being home sick as a child and watching as her family’s cats called a truce with one another to come lay with her on the couch. Animals have always been a part of her life, and she’s wanted to give something back to them ever since she can remember. Dr. Kendall’s innate desire to care for other beings, combined with her intense passions for biology and zoology, make veterinary medicine the ideal career choice!
A native of southern California, Dr. Kendall received her Bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of California-Santa Barbara, working part-time in veterinary clinics during her studies. She moved with her husband, Dan, to Iowa in 2002 to attend veterinary school at Iowa State University. After graduating in 2006, the couple decided to stay in the area, and Dr. Kendall began her veterinary career.
After six years in private practice, Dr. Kendall began working at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. While she adored her work there, she realized she missed forming personal, long-term relationships with clients and their pets. Dr. Kendall decided to return to small-animal practice and signed on here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital in the fall of 2015. She brings with her special interests in behavior, pain management, and new puppy and kitten visits. Dr. Kendall is also certified in veterinary acupuncture by IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society).
Dr. Kendall and her husband have a young daughter who is already shaping up to be as much of an animal-lover as her mother. The family shares their home with a cat named Milo, three dogs who go by Tucker, Tessie, and Ruby, a pair of pet rats, and two turtles.
When she isn’t caring for animals here at the hospital, Dr. Kendall enjoys canoeing, hiking, and sailing with her family. Whenever they can, the family likes to get out to the coast for some scuba diving or snorkeling.
A native of southern California, Dr. Kendall received her Bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of California-Santa Barbara, working part-time in veterinary clinics during her studies. She moved with her husband, Dan, to Iowa in 2002 to attend veterinary school at Iowa State University. After graduating in 2006, the couple decided to stay in the area, and Dr. Kendall began her veterinary career.
After six years in private practice, Dr. Kendall began working at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. While she adored her work there, she realized she missed forming personal, long-term relationships with clients and their pets. Dr. Kendall decided to return to small-animal practice and signed on here at Ingersoll Animal Hospital in the fall of 2015. She brings with her special interests in behavior, pain management, and new puppy and kitten visits. Dr. Kendall is also certified in veterinary acupuncture by IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society).
Dr. Kendall and her husband have a young daughter who is already shaping up to be as much of an animal-lover as her mother. The family shares their home with a cat named Milo, three dogs who go by Tucker, Tessie, and Ruby, a pair of pet rats, and two turtles.
When she isn’t caring for animals here at the hospital, Dr. Kendall enjoys canoeing, hiking, and sailing with her family. Whenever they can, the family likes to get out to the coast for some scuba diving or snorkeling.
Luther
Management
Luther arrived at Ingersoll Animal Hospital in the summer of 2010 after being picked up for attempted hitch-hiking on MLK, Jr. Blvd. He traded in his knapsack bindle, harmonica, and can of beans for a soft blue bed and litterpan. After a brief forray into the role of cuterebra (fly larvae) surrogate and foster parent, Luther quickly settled into a more clerical position in the reception area. His specialty is thorough reorganization of files across the floor, forming an elaborate system that he alone understands. Luther loves his new home, though he’s occassionally been heard playing “Hobo’s Lullaby” on a smuggled harmonica while drifting off to sleep.
Dr. Jake Hunerdosse
Veterinarian
Bio coming soon.
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