David Thilges, Practice Manager
Dave attended Iowa State University where he earned a B.S. in Animal Ecology in 2006. He worked as an ecologist in the Chicago suburbs where he helped manage the restoration of native wetlands. After he and Dr. Lisa decided to open Prairie View Animal Hospital, he decided to make a career shift in which he would better utilize his managerial skills, as well as allow him to work closely with pets and their people. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, following ISU Cyclone sports, and spending time outdoors with his family.
Lane Perry, Client Services Representative
Lane moved from Burlington, IA in 2013 to attend the Aveda Institute of Cosmetology. After spending a few years in the industry, he decided to pursue his passion for animals. He worked at an animal shelter for two years. He has a dog named Bofur, two cats Biddy and Lil B, and two rabbits Barnabas and Bunnicula.
Delaney Muse, Client Services Representative
Delaney was born and raised in Des Moines and was known by everyone around her to love all kinds of animals. She graduated from the University of Iowa in 2020 with a degree in finance and then decided to follow her lifelong dream of working at a vet clinic. She enjoys being a positive, friendly face at the front of the clinic, greeting and helping pets and their owners. Outside of work, Delaney loves doing puzzles, roller skating, and cuddling her two cats, Mac and Dennis.
Megan Winegar, Registered Veterinary Technician
Megan graduated from Iowa State University in 2018 where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, and she’s currently studying to receive her Veterinary Technician degree. Growing up on a small-town Iowa farm led her to her love for animals of all shapes and sizes at an early age. Megan loves to cheer on the Cyclones, watch movies and concerts, and spend time with her friends, family, and her ornery Labrador, Captain!
Julie Owens, Registered Veterinary Technician
Julie started her career in Veterinary Medicine in 2001 graduating from DMACC with an AS degree and a certificate of Veterinary Technology. Following that she graduated with an AAS degree and became a R.V.T from Cedar Valley College in 2013. She has a passion for dentistry and pain management. Born and raised near Des Moines, Julie enjoys kayaking, hiking, concerts, watching tv and spending time with her family and 2 cats.
Shyanne Siems, Veterinary Technician
Shyanne is currently studying veterinary technology through Penn Foster after switching majors from psychology. She has special interest in allergies and pain management/control. She was born and raised in Northwest, Iowa, where her love of animals began at a young age. When she’s not working she can usually be found taking photos, learning new recipes, watching Friends, or reading Edgar Allan Poe. She has a dog, Tuxie Mae, and three cats, Gracie Jean, Wanda, and Fanny Fae.
Kassi Helmold, Veterinary Technician
Kassi studied Statistics at the University of Northern Iowa and soon after discovered that working with animals was her true calling. She began volunteering at local animal shelters and then made the decision to be a veterinary technician. She has two dogs named Angus and Penelope, a corn snake named Ron, and a little parakeet with a big personality, Delilah.
Dani Owens, Veterinary Technician
Dani has been in veterinary medicine since 2009. Over the course of her career, she has gained experience in kennel management, general practice, anesthesia/surgery, oncology and emergency medicine. Born and raised in Des Moines, she enjoys kayaking, fishing, relaxing and spending time with her wife and son. She has two DSH cats named Cali and Keystone.
Liberty Dexter, Veterinary Assistant
Liberty is from Pilger Nebraska, and will be a senior at Iowa State University, majoring in Animal Science on the pre-veterinary track. She has always known that she wanted to work with animals from a young age. She has a passion working with beef cattle, and even raises them back home. In her free time she likes reading, hiking, and painting. She has two cats Loki and Buddy, and she can’t wait to add more furry friends to her home.
McKinley Kash, Veterinary Assistant
McKinley is from Clarence, Iowa, and is currently pursuing her Animal Science degree at Iowa State University. She plans to become a Mixed Animal veterinarian. She grew up on her family’s farm and developed a love for all kinds of animals. In her free time, she likes to read and ride horses.
Aubrey Clark, Veterinary Assistant
I am a Sophmore at Iowa State majoring in Animal Science on the Pre Vet track. I love to do anything that involves working with animals. In my free time I enjoy scrapbooking, crafting, puzzles, and hanging out with my friends. I have a chocolate lab, Maddox, and a cat, Pepper.