Meet the Team at Pine City Animal Hospital
At Pine City Animal Hospital in Pine City, MN, our experienced veterinary team treats your pets with the utmost respect and strives to exceed your expectations at every visit! From routine check-ups to specific times of need, we’re here to provide the personalized attention your furry companions deserve.
Meet Our Team Members
Your Trusted Veterinary Team in Pine City, MN
Veterinarians
Dr. Gene Webster, DVM
Veterinarian
Hi! I am Dr. Webster and I purchased the Pine City Animal Hospital from Dr. Russ Troolin in August 2006. I am from Beavercreek, Ohio, and graduated from The Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, in 1997. Immediately after graduation, I was commissioned as an Army Captain in the Veterinary Corp with an initial assignment at Ft. Lewis in Tacoma Washington. I was the base veterinarian at Ft. Lewis for 2 years at which time I also trained Special Forces soldiers on foreign animal diseases and worked in the human hospital anesthetizing ferrets for the pediatric airway life support class. I was then stationed in Okinawa, Japan, for 4 years and loved it! Not only was it an excellent clinical experience but the scuba diving was breath taking and there is no better place for sushi. When we left Okinawa, I got out of the Army as a Major and went to Detroit, Michigan, to work at the Animal Emergency Center. I really enjoyed the challenge of the cases but found emergency life to be tough on the family and sleep patterns. After a couple of years of searching for a practice to buy, we settled here in Pine City.
Pine City has been a great move for myself, wife and 4 kids. We have been very pleased with the education the kids are receiving and their opportunity to participate in sports, music, and drama. My wife is an artist. I also enjoy sports photography. Our family loves the outdoors–hiking, camping, rock climbing, skiing, etc. I look forward to meeting you in the clinic.
Dr. Jeanne Chambers, DVM
Veterinarian
Jeanne has been in the practice for 22 years. She attended Washington State University. She prides herself the most in enjoying a discussion of preventative medicine with her clients. For instance, what can she do to maximize the health and longevity of their pet. This usually involves diet, disease prevention, regular bloodwork, preventing obesity, mental and physical stimulation. In her free time, she enjoys gardening in Summer, needlework in the winter, visiting her mom (age 88) any time, seeing a movie with her boyfriend, and beekeeping with her boyfriend as well.
Dr. Jenna Frank, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Jenna grew up in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. She pursued both her undergraduate and veterinary degrees at the University of Minnesota, focusing on animal science, neuroscience, and marine biology. Joining the esteemed Pine City Animal Hospital team in 2023 after completing her veterinary school, Dr. Frank’s professional interests lie in dentistry, internal medicine, and radiology/ultrasonography. At home, she shares her abode with Luna, a delightful mini Australian Shepherd, and the lovable duo of Rufus and Rosie, her two-family basset hounds. When not caring for animals, Dr. Jenna enjoys immersing herself in the great outdoors through hiking, camping, indulging in pottery-making, and even exploring the depths of the underwater world through scuba diving. Let’s give Dr. Jenna a warm welcome to our team! 🐶❤️
Dr. Katie Sandel, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Katie Sandel was raised in Apple Valley, MN. She moved out of Minnesota with her Marine husband for several years, and finally came home to Minnesota after being away for 9 years. While she was away, she received her undergraduate degree from Fort Valley State University in Veterinary Technology. Dr. Sandel received her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota in May of 2023. Dr. Sandel enjoys clinical pathology, and preventative medicine. Dr. Sandel has three young kids, which enjoy playing hockey. She has two dogs, bloodhound named Charlie, who provides endless wrinkles. Also, Semi, a Labrador mix, who was hit by a semi-truck as a stray where he received his namesake. She has two cats Meeko and Sitka, and many chickens. In Dr. Sandel’s free time she enjoys gardening, crocheting, watching the kids play hockey, and enjoying the countryside.
Leadership
Dr. Shayla Mihelich, DVM
Medical Director
Shayla has been in the practice for 11 years. She attended Iowa State University. She prides herself in enhancing the human-animal bond, especially during end-of-life care. It’s very important to her to help clients feel better about making hard decisions. In her free time, she likes knitting, baking, spending time on the lake, riding motorcycles, and she is active with the community theater.
Brittanie Dahl
Practice Manager
Brittanie has been in the practice for 5 years a veterinary technician and 1 year as a practice manager. She attended the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s in Animal Science and a minor in Fisheries and Wildlife. She rescued her first dog, a Pomeranian Rasha, in 2009 and it peaked her desire to help all animals and led her to a career in veterinary medicine. She prides herself in educating clients about their pet’s needs, treatments, and preventative measures to help maintain a healthy lifestyle for both pets and their owners. When she is not at work, she spends as much time with her family as she can. Her husband and her met at Pine City High School and currently reside here with their daughter and 3 pets: a Labrador, Ava, and two cats, Iridessa and Opal. In addition to the daily excitements of raising a strong-willed two-year old, they do enjoy camping, crafting, visiting zoos/aquariums, starting new home projects, and attending local events.
Technicians
Rebecca Piersdorf
Lead Veterinary Technician
Rebecca had been in the practice for 5 years. She attended Minnesota School of Business. She prides herself in trying to do whatever she can to make every patient’s visit less stressful and more enjoyable. She uses minimal stress-handling techniques and a go-slow approach to make her patients more comfortable. In her free time, she has a dog training business. She also trains and competes in dog sports with her German Shepherd, Fae. Rebecca loves arts and crafts as well as most things musical. She also enjoys board games, video games, and playing Dungeons and Dragons with her friends.
Abby Chiles
Veterinary Technician
Abby has been in the practice for 3 years. She graduated from Iowa NIACC, University of Central Missouri, and is currently in Veterinary Technician School at Colby C.C Online. Abby prides herself in continuing to learn/grow in the animal care field to provide the best care possible for the patients, as well as providing as much client education as possible. In her free time, she loves to hang out and relax with her boyfriend and cats while watching a good show. She also loves to go to the movies and go on walks as well.
Chelsea Samuelson
Veterinary Technician
Chelsea has been in practice for 3 years. She attended Bemidji State University and is now attending Iowa State the University of MN Veterinary School. She prides herself in taking school very seriously to provide her knowledge to patients/clients. In her free time, she enjoys racing and riding motorcycles and hanging out with her dogs.
Anna Schiller
Veterinary Technician
Anna has been in the practice for 7 years. She attended the University of M Crookston. She prides herself on being connected to animals and caring for them. Helping clients and patients feel comfortable and well cared for during their visit is important to her. She is always looking for ways to improve the way she practices veterinary medicine and continue her knowledge in the field. In her free time, she enjoys taking on a challenge and learning a trade she has never tried before! She dabbles in arts and crafts, playing piano, outdoor activities such as running, swimming, camping, hiking, hunting, and fishing. One of her favorite things to do is to go back to her childhood farm and lend a helping hand.
Deborah Skalicky
Veterinary Technician & Client Service Representative
Deborah has been in the practice for 34 years and 31 years at PCAH. She attended the University of MN Waseca. She prides herself in working with her clients and pets over the years is something she has truly loved. Keeping open communication is so important in all aspects, from beginning to end. Client education is a team effort that she enjoys being apart of in any way. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, cooking/baking, and all outdoor activities: camping, biking, canoeing, wheeler rides, and skiing.
Veterinary Assistants
Genoa Gregg
Veterinary Assistant
Genoa has been in the practice since 2017. She is currently studying biology at Wartburg College, IA while submitting veterinary school applications for the fall of 2023. She prides herself in communicating with clients and working as a team with her coworkers to solve problems to better the health of our patients. In her free time, she loves reading a lot of books, watching movies, listening to music (especially her vinyls), doing makeup, and shopping for antiques.
Client Service Representatives
Naomi Hatch
Client Service Representative
Naomi has been in the practice for 5 months. She attended Century College. She prides herself in being able to do her part to make things run as smoothly as possible. She might not be able to help pets directly, but it is satisfying to do her part of the puzzle. In her free time, she enjoys baking, gardening, kayaking, and camping.
Alixandria Einberger
Client Service Representative
Alixandria has been in the practice for a year and a high school graduate. She prides herself in providing care for both clients and patients. She loves the relationships she has created and always loves seeing the regulars and maintaining those relationships, as well as any communication to educate to the best of her knowledge. In her free time, she is a very outdoorsy person. She likes to hunt, fish, and go trapping. She also loves to go horseback riding and loves spending time at the barn. She loves to spend time with her dogs and her family.