Get to know the Northwoods Animal Hospital team!
We have assembled an expert team of veterinary professionals to bring you the best possible healthcare for your pet. We have a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that is clean, comfortable, and efficient.
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Minocqua

Dr. David Theuerkauf, Managing DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Theuerkauf is originally from Menominee, Michigan, where he grew up in a large family working on the family farm. He attended Michigan State University, receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1985. He has enjoyed practicing veterinary medicine for Northwoods Animal Hospital after joining the team in 1987. He appreciates the multiple facets that general practice offers with particular interests in ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, and preventative medicine. Dr. Dave and his wife Audrey have three children, and they all enjoy the year-round outdoor activities the Northwoods has to offer.

Dr. Brian Theuerkauf, Associate DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Brian Theuerkauf is originally from Minocqua, Wisconsin, and is Dr. David Theuerkauf’s son. He attended the University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in the spring of 2021. His primary interests are in internal medicine, preventative medicine, and soft tissue surgery. Brian and Hannah moved to the Northwoods with their cat, Moe, where they enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and year-round activities.

Dr. Chelsea Delzer, Associate DVM
Veterinarian

Laura F.
Practice Manager
About Laura
Laura joined the Northwoods Animal Hospital team in 2013 and took on the practice manager position in 2020. She enjoys the many aspects of working in the veterinary field, especially the animals and the team that cares for them. Laura loves to spend time with her husband, son, and two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys scuba diving, biking, hunting, and anything outdoors.

Karen S.
Personnel Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician
About Karen
Karen started her profession as a licensed veterinary nurse in Colorado in 1998. She studied veterinary medicine at the University of Washington - Madison and moved back to Wisconsin in 2007 with her family, where she joined Northwoods Animal Hospital in 2008. Karen appreciates every part of her career and has a passion for progressive medicine, quality care, client education, and pain management. She also grew to enjoy all aspects of the business while taking on various roles. She loves spending time outdoors year-round, downhill skiing, water sports, wildlife, and doing art in her free time. The majority of her time is spent with her son, teaching him about the world and exploring it through nature!

Angie T.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
About Angie
Angie is a licensed veterinary nurse with a degree in veterinary technology. She joined the team at Northwoods Animal Hospital in 2013 and has a passion for veterinary medicine. Angie loves spending time with her husband, three sons, and all their animals including dogs, horses, cats, and chickens. In her downtime, she enjoys horseback riding, camping, downhill skiing, and four-wheeling.

Eric H.
Veterinary Technician
About Eric
Eric has been with Northwoods Animal Hospital since spring 2016. Eric enjoys building good connections with both clients and patients alike. In his spare time, he enjoys getting out to fish with his son and playing volleyball as much as he can, as well as spending time with his family and their two dogs.

Becca D.
About Becca

Angela B.
Veterinary Assistant
About Angela
Angela has been in the veterinary field since 2006. She moved with her family to the Northwoods in early 2019 and has been working for Northwoods Animal Hospital since January 2020. She enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and cat named Georgie.

Kristin K.
Veterinary Assistant/Customer Service Representative
About Kristin
Kristin has worked in the veterinary field since 2013 and is currently studying to get her Wisconsin license in veterinary nursing. She loves playing with her dog Rosie, being out on the lake, and watching the Packers play on the weekends.

Angie H.
Customer Service Rep
About Angie
Angie has been with the Northwoods Animal Hospital team since 2008. She is the team's lead receptionist and technician assistant. Angie moved here from Merrill in 2007 with her husband and two children. They also have two Labradors named Timber and Willow. In her free time, she enjoys being outside, spending time with her family, kayaking, and fishing.

Anyssa D.
Customer Service Rep
About Anyssa

Amy Z.
Customer Service Rep
About Amy

Jan R.
Groomer
About Jan
Jan has been grooming pets for 22 years and has been with Northwoods Animal Hospital since 2003. In her free time, she enjoys riding a Harley with her husband, off-road jeeping, and walking in the woods with their two dogs.

Tiffany D.
Groomer
About Tiffany
Tiffany enjoys spending time with her two daughters and two dogs. She also enjoys volunteering at Catkins Animal Rescue.
Eagle River

Dr. David Theuerkauf, Managing DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Theuerkauf is originally from Menominee, Michigan, where he grew up in a large family working on the family farm. He attended Michigan State University, receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1985. He has enjoyed practicing veterinary medicine for Northwoods Animal Hospital after joining the team in 1987. He appreciates the multiple facets that general practice offers with particular interests in ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, and preventative medicine. Dr. Dave and his wife Audrey have three children, and they all enjoy the year-round outdoor activities the Northwoods has to offer.

Dr. Brian Theuerkauf, Associate DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Brian Theuerkauf is originally from Minocqua, Wisconsin, and is Dr. David Theuerkauf’s son. He attended the University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in the spring of 2021. His primary interests are in internal medicine, preventative medicine, and soft tissue surgery. Brian and Hannah moved to the Northwoods with their cat, Moe, where they enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and year-round activities.

Deb L.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
About Deb
Deb grew up in Minnesota and moved to the Wisconsin Northwoods in 2009. She graduated from Argosy University in 1994, a fact that makes her feel old! Besides working as a licensed veterinary technician, she also has seven years of teaching veterinary technology under her belt. Deb is the resident "crazy cat lady," and her passion is taking in orphan kittens and bottle raising them. She lives with her husband, a yellow Labrador named Cleo, and two cats called Cyrus & Olive. In her free time, she enjoys fishing, bowhunting, quilting, and reading.

Sharon Z.
Customer Service Representative
About Sharon
Sharon began working at Northwoods Animal Hospital as a receptionist after moving here from Minnesota in 1996. After 20 years in our Minocqua location, she now works in our Eagle River clinic and covers the Manitowish Waters clinic as needed. She attended the University of Washington-River Falls for equine management and business. Sharon describes her position as her dream job because of her love for pets and their people.
Manitowish Waters

Dr. Chelsea Delzer, Associate DVM
Veterinarian

June L.
Licensed Veterinary Technician