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.
Laura Riggle, Client Services Representative
Laura was born and raised in Northwest Indiana, and graduated from Purdue University Northwest with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication. Laura has always had a passion for helping people and animals and decided to pursue a career where she could do both. In her free time she enjoys going on walks, theatre, and reading books with her 2 cats, Barrel and Wally.
Megan Winegar, 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!
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.
Nadean Williams, Veterinary Technician
Nadean is currently studying veterinary technology through Penn Foster College. Her love for animals began in high school volunteering at the zoo and local animal shelters, where she decided to become a technician. Nadean has a special interest in learning about and helping exotics, and when she’s not at work she can be found with her rats (Gucci, Lemon, Toulouse, Fiona, Ollie, Coya, Trouble, and Luna) or her sweet kitty, Princess.
Steph Murphy, Veterinary Technician
Steph was born and raised in the Black Hills of South Dakota. She attended National American University to obtain her Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology and a Bachelor’s Degree in Management. She has a special interest in anesthesia and pocket pets. She has two dogs, Sadie and Oliver, and a cat, Barbara Walters. In her free time, she enjoys camping, crafting, board games, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Leslie Volles, Veterinary Assistant
Leslie is from Naperville, IL and is currently studying Animal Science at ISU. After graduation she plans to attend veterinary school. She has loved animals since before she can remember. As a child she was known for playing veterinarian with her stuffed animals. Outside of work she enjoys hiking with friends, working out, whipping something up in the kitchen, and spending time with her golden retriever, Nova.
McKenna Riess, Veterinary Assistant
McKenna is from Muscatine, IA and is working toward her degree in Animal Science. After graduation, she plans to attend veterinary school at ISU and work with livestock animals. She grew up with her grandparents’ farm animals and has loved them ever since. In her free time, she likes to cook, bake and hang out with her cat Betty who has recently learned how to sit.
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.