VETERINARIANS
Shawn Sanders, DVM
Dr. Shawn Sanders grew up on a small family farm in southwest Idaho. He received his bachelor’s degree from Boise State University and graduated from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. He worked in Utah and Oregon before coming to Laramie and purchasing Animal Health Center in 2012. He is an active member of local and national veterinary organizations. He also believes in being active in the local community and is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, active in his church, volunteers as a local Scoutmaster, and helps with the local 4-H and FFA. Shawn enjoys the variety of mixed animal practice and especially enjoys soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery and livestock medicine. Family is very important to Shawn. He and his wife, Heather, have six children, two dogs (Jack and Chloe), two cats (Buzz and Guido), pigs, sheep and chickens. They love Laramie and are happy to raise their kids in such a supportive community. Outside of work, Shawn likes to be outdoors. He enjoys traveling with his family, camping, fishing, and hunting.
Ashlee MacGlover, DVM
Ashlee grew up in western Nebraska and always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. She graduated from Nebraska/Iowa State Veterinary program in 2017. In 2018 she moved to Laramie with her husband, who was completing a PhD at UW, and joined Animal Health Center. She has special interest in small animal dentistry, ultrasound, and preventive care. She also enjoys working with horses and cattle. Ashlee and her husband welcomed a baby boy in the spring of 2023. Outside of work Ashlee enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, dogs, and horses.
Jennifer Knight, DVM
Dr. Jennifer joined Animal Health Center in June 2023. She graduated from Mississippi State College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. Prior to joining us here in Laramie, she practiced small animal medicine for 15 years in Tennessee. She also has spent time giving back to her community through her local Humane Society’s high volume spay/neuter clinic. At the clinic, Dr. Jennifer especially enjoys working up and managing internal medicine cases. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crocheting, knitting, and spending time with her husband and 2 children.
Sierra Amundson, DVM
Dr. Sierra was born and raised in Wheatland, Wyoming. She was surrounded by animals on the family farm and grew up hunting with her dad, fostering her love of animals and passion for conservation. She received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming in 2020 and attended veterinary school at Oregon State University’s Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in June of 2024. She has a particular interest in soft tissue surgery, pain management, and small ruminant and camelid medicine. Dr. Sierra is excited to re-join the Laramie community where she will show her new adopted dog, Martin, the beauty that the area has to offer! She also enjoys riding horses, hunting, reading, and paddle-boarding on her days off.
Reception
Andrea
Andrea is originally from Wisconsin where she was raised on her family’s dairy farm. While growing up, she was active in FFA, 4-H, sports, and music. Andrea and her husband, Larry, moved to Laramie in 2011 and she joined the Animal Health Center team shortly after as a receptionist. She now works as the office manager for the clinic. Andrea and Larry have 5 grown children and four dogs (Madden, Ivy, Sage, and Ramie.) Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, watching baseball, and spending time with her kids, family, and dogs.
Shelley
Shelley was born and raised in Thermopolis, Wyoming. While growing up, she competed in rodeo (barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying, and breakaway roping) and was the first female FFA president in her chapter. After high school, she married her high school sweetheart and they moved to Laramie, where they raised their 5 children (Chris, Jamin, Keith, Liana, and Stephanie.) Shelley and Steve now have 12 grandchildren. They have many animals including four draft horses (Milo, Moose, Misty, and Molly) that they both ride and drive, a miniature hereford (Herfie Belle), goats, chickens, a rabbit, ducks, 2 cats (Blue & Charlie), and 2 dogs (Bear & Willow.) Outside of work, Shelley enjoys travelling with family and playing with her grandchildren. She joined the clinic in 2019 as a receptionist and always greets clients and patients with a warm smile!
Bobbi
Bobbi grew up on her family ranch outside of Gillette, Wyoming, where they raised sheep and cattle. She got married in 1994 to her husband Scott and they moved to the Laramie Valley in June 1998. They managed the Diamond Tail Ranch near Glendevey, Colorado for 22 years, while also raising their two kids, Kane and Bailey. She is currently living in Laramie, running their own cattle operation, and working as a receptionist at Animal Health Center. Bobbi enjoys her interests of ranching, roping, and working with young horses.
Veterinary Technicians/Assistants
Emily
Emily has been with the clinic since 2002. She has special interest in emergency medicine, wound management, and bandaging. She, her husband and their daughter live on a local ranch where her husband works. They have two horses (Buddy and Chili), two dogs (Daisy and Macaroni) and a cat (Mr. Oreo). Outside of work Emily enjoys hiking, horseback riding, running, coaching youth sports, and competing in sprint triathlons.
Jessie
Jessie grew up on a sheep farm in a small rural town in south-central Wisconsin, where her dad works as the Shepherd for the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She moved to Laramie in August 2017, and started working with us as a veterinary technician in September. As a child she came to visit her Grandparents who lived in Laramie where her Grandpa worked as the sheep unit manager for University of Wyoming. Jessie has been raising sheep with her family for her whole life, and is very passionate about the agriculture and sheep industries. She has a special interest not only in large animal work, but also large and small animal reproduction, and small animal dentistry. She is an active volunteer for Albany County 4-H and FFA as the superintendent for the Albany County Fair sheep show. Jessie has two dogs (Dixie and Spencer) and co-owns a small flock of Targhee sheep.
Tia
Tia is a Wyoming native, who has been in Laramie for over ten years now! She graduated from Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology and obtained her national certification in March 2012. Her favorite parts of animal care are patient recovery, senior care, and working with fearful patients. When she is not at work, you can find her paddle boarding, spending time outside in the summer, and skiing in the winter! She’s a momma, as well as a dog mom to her 3 dogs: Luke, Maz, and Boba.
Blake
Blake was an emergency veterinary technician in South Dakota before moving to Laramie and starting a small family with his wife Ash and first born son, Broly. On his weekends he likes to skateboard, volunteering with Skate Laramie to teach lessons in the summer, as well as playing guitar and video games on the lazy days. Blake enjoys the company of his 3 cats, Ukabo, Horchata, and Shadow
Jess
Jess has been with Animal Health Center since January 2022. She grew up in Laramie on her family’s cattle ranch. Jess is currently working towards her degree in veterinary technology and becoming a certified veterinary technician. Here at the clinic Jess has a special interest in orthopedic surgery, reproduction services, and large animal work. Outside of work, Jess enjoys hiking, crafting, working on the family ranch, and spending time with her dog (Meadow) and 2 cats (Scotch and Fendi).
Bree
Bree was born and raised in Wyoming, where she grew up with a variety of animals. From a young age, she knew that she wanted to make animals a part of her career. She really enjoys working as a veterinary technician and has an interest in the large animal aspect of veterinary medicine. She is currently in the agriculture animal science program at LCCC, and in her free time, she enjoys engaging in many of the outdoor activities that Wyoming has to offer.
Destini
Destini joined Animal Health Center in October of 2023. Her special interests at the clinic include large animal medicine and equine reproduction. Outside of work Destini spends her time with her husband and son and together they care for their horses, dogs, and chickens. She also enjoys the outdoors, especially hunting and riding and training horses.
Francis
Hi! I’m Francis, the lead technician. I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming and have been in the veterinary industry for over 12 years. I have also worked at multiple clinics in different states. Ever since I was a child, I have always felt a strong connection to animals. After years of working in vet clinics, I have developed a passion for ER medicine. Knowing that I am able to be on the frontlines of saving animals is what gets me up in the morning. I feel that it is my calling to help any animal that comes my way.
As a proud dog owner, I have had pets of my own who have a hard time visiting the vet, which is why I always make sure to be gentle and caring with all the animals I come into contact with. It’s my duty to create a safe, stress free environment where your pet can get all the medical attention it needs.
Kennel Staff
Daniel
Hi! I’m Daniel, the Critter Cottage Manager. I have a strong passion for working and caring for animals. I believe that pets bring out the best in us which is why my house is always home to at least two or three dogs. There’s something special about having the responsibility to care for these animals who look to us for shelter and food. Working ten years in the service industry and making my way to becoming a manager taught me how to handle high stress work environments with the necessary calm and collected attitude needed to face challenges.
I feel at home working here because I got to experience first hand what it means to care for a pet that needed a lot of special medical attention. One of my dogs, Lucas, had trouble with mobility so I was constantly helping him by making sure he took all of his medications on time, took him to get treatments like hydrotherapy, and helped him move when he had trouble. I view all animals as loving creatures who deserve my kindness and respect. As long as I work here, I’ll make sure that your pet gets the right attention and love needed.