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Our Practice

We are a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Rowlett, TX. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services. Our hospital has advanced equipment and technologies, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital x-ray, surgical suites, dental suites, and a pharmacy. We are committed to providing quality care at every stage of your pet's life. From routine preventive care to early detection and treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases, we have the expertise to provide the highest standard of care for your pet. We also serve Garland, Sachse, Sunnyvale, Mesquite, Wylie, Batch Springs, and Rockwall.

  • Dr. Troy Barton

    Medical Director + Veterinarian

    Dr. Troy Barton earned his veterinary degree from WashingtonState University through a combined program with Utah State University. Growing up in a military family, he lived all across the country and overseas including California, Maryland, Mississippi, Texas, Colorado, Utah, Washington, Japan, and Argentina. He and his wife, Katie, spend most of their time chasing around their 2 kids Ellie and Beau. Dr. Troy loves hiking, camping, fishing, country music, golfing, and watching Alabama Football (RollTide!). Most of all, he has a passion for helping owners understand how to best care for their pet from preventive medicine all the way through the end of life care.

  • Dr. Christina Gietema

    Veterinarian

    Dr. Christina Gietema grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where she also played volleyball for the Lady Mocs. She graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. Within weeks of graduating from vet school, she moved to Texas. Her favorite things in Texas are the State Fair, Canton First Monday Trade Days, and trying new restaurants. Most of her free time is spent at home with her pets and precious son Wyatt, who was born in April of 2020. Dr. Christina has two dogs, Annie and Little Tyke, and two cats, Millie and Oliver. Dr. Christina’s aspiration is to help every pet stay as healthy as possible to keep them with their families as long as possible. She looks forward to meeting you and getting to know your furry friends!

  • Dr. Stephanie Hiefner

    Veterinarian

    Dr. Stephanie grew up in McKinney Texas and completed her undergraduate studies at Texas Tech University (Wreck ‘em Tech!). Dr. Stephanie’s veterinary school journey took her to the Midwest where she attended the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and earned her doctorate degree. The day after graduation she moved back to her North Texas roots and lives with her husband and their rottweiler, Ruger, and Australian shepherd mix, Lily Mae. In her free time she enjoys hiking, days at the lake, and baking desserts. In the clinic, Dr. Stephanie aspires to provide high-quality individualized care for each patient and build trust-filled relationships with her clients. She looks forward to meeting you and caring for your furry best friend!

  • Dr. Isabel Freimuth

    Veterinarian

    Dr. Isabel Freimuth grew up in Dallas, Texas and completed her undergraduate studies at Clemson University in South Carolina, where she also rowed for the Tigers. She graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and did her clinical year at Oklahoma State University. Shortly, after graduation, she decided she wanted to return home and practice in the Dallas area. Dr. Isabel currently lives in Dallas with her two island-mutts, Remi and Pancake. In her free time, Dr. Isabel enjoys spending time with her friends and family, enjoying the outdoor activities that Texas has to offer, and occasionally venturing into her more creative side with painting and photography. In the clinic, Dr. Isabel aspires to provide high-quality care to each individual patient. Her passions are internal medicine as well as geriatric care.

  • Shelby McKenzie

    Practice Manager

    Shelby is Texas born and raised. She shares a home with her husband Trevor, their son Gauge and daughter Addilynn, along with their fur-babies Chloe, Rhett, Ace and Paisley. Shelby loves traveling and spending time outdoors with her family. She can’t wait to meet you and your fur-babies!

  • Emily Winahl

    Lead Veterinary Technician

  • Ebed Aguilar

    Veterinary Technician

  • Meredith Rogers

    Receptionist

    Born in Midland, Texas, Meredith is an Army Brat that was raised in Alabama, Kansas, and Texas. Her passion for animals started at a young age. She grew up with dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils, iguanas, fish, a guinea pig, a rabbit, and even a duck! She graduated from the University of Kansas and worked in the HR Consulting field for almost 10 years before she realized that working at a veterinary clinic was where her heart was meant to be. She can oftentimes be seen running around the clinic taking pictures of cute babies for our Instagram. Meredith lives in Rowlett with her boyfriend of over 13 years and their 4 dogs (PJ, Mookie, Rocco, and Winston). In her free time, Meredith enjoys off-roading, kayaking, eating snacks, napping, hanging with her dogs, petting every dog she sees, and volunteering with animal rescues. Meredith looks forward to meeting, photographing, and falling in love with your fur-babies!
  • Madison Hill

    Receptionist

  • Hannah Albiter

    Receptionist

  • Mckenzie Hile

    Receptionist

  • Savanah Tully

    Veterinary Technician

    Savanah Graduated from Rockwall High School. Her passion for animals started at a young age. She has 4 dogs- Yona, Nova, Bear, Remington and also one cat named Whiskey that rules the house. She loves going hiking, lake days and visiting new places. Savanah can’t wait to meet your fur babies!

  • Becca Zekert

    Veterinary Technician

    Becca has been working with animals since 2015. She was born in Colorado, but raised in Texas. She is obsessed with her dog Rambo, an American Staffordshire Terrier mix. In her free time she enjoys being outside with Rambo, reading and trying new restaurants. Animals are the best part of every day, and she can’t wait to meet yours!
  • Isaac Pinda

    Veterinary Technician

  • Amanda Wood

    Groomer

    Amanda has been grooming for over 16 years and is very passionate about animals. She is proficient in all breed grooming, hand scissored cuts, difficult dogs, and cat grooming. She has 2 sons, 4 dogs and 3 cats! Outside of work, Amanda and her family enjoy outdoor activities such as swimming, biking, and hiking.

  • Josefina Jaimes

    Groomer

    Josefina has been grooming for four years. She lives in Dallas with her husband and her daughter Aliya. She has two dogs- Odin and Jupiter, and one cat- Kitty Galore.In her free time, she loves spending time with her daughter at the park and going kayaking. Josefina aspires to learn Asian Fusion Grooming Style- and can’t wait to give your furry family member a spa day!

  • Nidia Romero

    Veterinary Technician

    Nidia lives in Dallas and dreams of one day owning her very own a Doberman Pinscher. She currently attends Cedar Valley College and is pursuing her Veterinary Technician License but hopes to one day become a veterinarian. She loves caring for our sick patients and helping them recover. At the clinic, you can find Nidia snuggling rescue kittens and puppies.

  • Ashley Ramos

    Veterinary Assistant

  • Meghan Duncan

    Veterinary Assistant

  • Sarah Bischoff

    Veterinary Assistant