Our Team

Meet our talented doctors and staff!

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Dr. Tanya Merritt

Dr. Tanya Merritt

Large Animal Veterinarian

Bio coming soon.
Dr. Jon Hucker

Dr. Jon Hucker

Large Animal Veterinarian

Bio coming soon.
Dr. Danielle Hively

Dr. Danielle Hively

Small Animal Veterinarian

Dr. Danielle Hively is a small animal veterinarian at Lester Prairie Vet Clinic. Dr. Hively joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2015. She attended vet school at the University of Minnesota. While she loves all things related to veterinary medicine, she most enjoys the time she gets to spend with clients discussing the care of their pets. Dr. Hively lives in Cologne with her husband, two daughters, and her son. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her kids and is on a fishing league with her husband.
Dr. Erin Burke

Dr. Erin Burke

Large Animal Veterinarian

Dr. Erin Burke is a large animal veterinarian at Lester Prairie Vet Clinic. Dr. Burke joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2024. She attended vet school at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Burke’s favorite thing about her job is getting to meet and make relationships with all of the farmers. Dr. Burke lives in Waconia with her boyfriend, her dog Stitch and her cat Pepper. In her free time, she enjoys trying out new restaurants, cross country skiing and spending time with her friends and family.
Dr. Alex Gander

Dr. Alex Gander

Large Animal Veterinarian

Bio coming soon.
Kelly

Kelly

Practice Manager

Bio coming soon.
Amanda, CVT

Amanda, CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Amanda is a Certified Veterinary Technician and joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2020. She graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College in 2017. Amanda’s favorite thing about her job is getting to know all of our clients and being a part of their pets’ lives from beginning to end. Amanda lives in Glencoe with her husband and four fur babies; Indy, Kimber, Cardi and Knox. In her free time she enjoys working out, dancing, hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her husband, pets and friends.
Cami, CVT

Cami, CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Cami is a Certified Veterinary Technician and joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2020. She graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College in 2013. Cami’s favorite thing about her job is closely monitoring your pets under anesthesia and all things laboratory! Cami lives in Howard Lake with her husband, her daughter, her son and her 5 cats; Diesel, Mitch, Sophie, Jasper and Phillip. In her free time she enjoys reading, listening to music and hanging out with her husband and her kids.
Nikki, CVT

Nikki, CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Nikki is a Veterinary Technician and joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2021. She graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College in 2021. Nikki’s favorite thing about her job is nursing sick patients back to health and getting to see them leave the clinic happy and healthy. Nikki is originally from Breckenridge, MN but now lives in Hutchinson. In her free time she enjoys working at the animal shelter, going to concerts and helping out at her boyfriend’s farm.
 Hattie, CVT

Hattie, CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Hattie is a Certified Veterinary Technician and joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2024. She graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College in 2017. Hattie’s favorite thing about her job is engaging with pets and their owners, dental cleanings and client education. Hattie lives in Hutchinson with her husband and four fur babies; Rosie, Moose, Finn, Rip and her chickens. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, fishing, biking and gardening.
Shauna, CVT

Shauna, CVT

Certified Veterinary Technician

Shauna is a Certified Veterinary Technician and joined Lester Prairie Vet Clinic in 2024. She graduated with an AAS degree in Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College in 2019. Shauna’s favorite thing about her job is getting to help your pet from beginning to end during their stay to make sure they receive the best care while here. Shauna lives in Winsted with her fiance and her two dogs; Opal and Sadie. In her free time she enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with her family.
Dani, CSR

Dani, CSR

Client Service Representative

Dani is a Customer Service Representative and joined Lester Prairie Vet in 2018. Dani’s favorite thing about her job is getting to interact and assist with all of our clients. Dani lives in Lester Prairie with her husband, her son, and her pets; Izzy, Kali, Storm, Buddy, Boots, Dallas and Cinco. In her free time she enjoys training horses and spending time outdoors.
Susie, CSR

Susie, CSR

Client Service Representative

Susie is a Customer Service Representative and joined Lester Prairie Vet Clinic in 2022. Susie’s favorite thing about her job is getting to meet all the cute patients! Susie lives in Winsted with her two dogs; Willow and Baron. In her free time she enjoys gardening and fishing.

Caring for the pets of Lester Prairie, MN and the surrounding communities

As a community-focused veterinarian in Lester Prairie, MN, we offer compassionate, high-quality care for both small and large animals. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Location

18743 Babcock Ave
Lester Prairie, MN 55354
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Contact Info

Phone: 320-395-2421
Fax: 320-395-2155

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Hours

Mon: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun: Closed

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Please note: Our business hours are Mon/Thurs 8am -6 pm, Tues/Fri 8am - 5pm, Wed 8am - 4pm and Sat 8am -12pm