Our team.
McKayla Peterson, DVM (Owner)
Dr. Peterson was born and raised in Gillette, Wyoming. She attended Eastern Wyoming College where she received a scholarship to play volleyball while achieving her Associate of Science Degree. She then transferred to the University of Wyoming and completed her Bachelor of Science Degree. She spent a veterinary-based semester abroad in Thailand where she worked on many different species, with elephants being her favorite animal to work on. She then moved to the beautiful Caribbean Island, St. Kitts, where she completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, and spent her clinical year at the University of Florida.
Dr. Peterson, and her husband, Kaleb, have two fur babies, their island dog, Dobby that was adopted from St. Kitts, and their three-legged cat Ginny, that was adopted on Dr. Peterson’s shelter medicine rotation at the University of Florida.
Dr. Peterson fell in love with veterinary medicine because she wanted to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. She especially enjoys soft tissue surgery, dentistry, geriatric/quality of life care (she loves the puppies but seniors hold a special place in her heart) and is certified in acupuncture. She hopes to create lifelong care for those special animals you call family, and help in all ways to the best of her ability.
Kaleb Kurtzer, Hospital Administrator (Owner)
Kaleb grew up in the small town of Sterling, Colorado, where the wide-open skies and tight-knit community shaped much of who he is today. Life on the Eastern Plains taught him early the value of hard work, perseverance, and family. From a young age, Kaleb was raised on a ranch, where long days were spent with his dad. Fixing fences, and feeding horses were daily routines. Including his dad’s first horse, Sajack!
Even though ranch chores kept him busy, Sterling also provided plenty of opportunities for enjoying the outdoors and creating memories with friends and family. Summers meant long days at the lake, where Kaleb developed a love for boating, fishing, and the simple peace that comes from being on the water. To this day, spending time on the lake is one of his favorite ways to unwind and recharge.
Another passion Kaleb picked up over the years is barbecuing. For him, barbecue isn’t just about the food—it’s about gathering people together. Whether it’s perfecting a smoked brisket, flipping burgers for friends, or trying out a new recipe, he enjoys the process of cooking outdoors and creating meals that bring others around the table. That same spirit of connection and community has always carried over into the other areas of his life.
Professionally, Kaleb excited to become hospital administrator alongside his wife, Dr. Peterson. Opening the animal hospital has been a dream of theirs. Together, they share a vision of providing exceptional care and building an environment where both pet, owner, and staff alike feel supported.