Staff
I feel very fortunate to have my present staff working with me. They are dedicated, compassionate, and knowledgeable. They are here because they find reward in helping owners and their pets.
– Dr. Carolyn Nemmers
Veterinarians
I was raised in Dubuque, Iowa in a hands-on environment with companion and farm animals. I know that the foundation for my respect and appreciation of animals started then. I received my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University in 1987. I spent the next 22 years working emergency and regular daytime practice. In December of 2009, I bought Wauconda Animal Hospital. It has been a whirlwind of busy since then, but what keeps me grounded on a daily basis are the animals, both my own and yours. I have a passion for client education and preventative medicine.
I think one of the most satisfying things for me is to see a pet’s health improve, and to see the happiness this gives their owners. I feel honored to be able to do this kind of work, to make a difference in the lives of the pets and their humans.
When I am not at work I enjoy gardening, reading, and spending as much time as possible outdoors with my dog and the cats and chickens, as well as the human members of my family.
I grew up in Wauconda, and began working here at the hospital as a kennel assistant. I have always wanted to work with animals, and this experience furthered my commitment to pursue veterinary medicine. I received my DVM degree from University of Illinois in 1995. In 1997 I began working at Wauconda Animal Hospital.
I believe the human-animal relationship is one you feel in the soul. They provide us with so much more than just companionship. My role as a veterinarian is to be their advocate.
Outside of the clinic I spend my time with family and friends. I am married to Joe and we have two daughters, Emme and Willow, who keep us on our toes. We also have a dog named Mac and a cat named Lucas, as well as several fish.
