Veterinarians
Dr. Dale Steele started the practice
in 1977. He is a graduate of Purdue. He started out treating all species
of animals, but as the practice grew, the large animal portion was dropped
to allow him to concentrate on family pets 100% of the time. He and his
wife, Jean, are active members of Cornerstone Christian Church. He is very
active with his 3 sons and their athletic, and college endeavors.
Dr. Steele with Socks
Dr. Scott Fifer joined Westwood in
1987 upon his graduation from Purdue. He originated from Indianapolis and
now resides in Brownsburg with his wife, Sara, and son and daughter. He is
co-owner of the practice. He is an avid wildlife enthusiast that enjoys
visiting the state parks looking for rare birds. Dr. Fifer also has 2 cats,
"Zoobie" and "Thomas".
Dr. Fifer and Zoobie
Dr. Dana Fehr joined Westwood in 2004.
She is a graduate from Purdue University's
School of Veterinary Medicine. Originally from Chicago, she now resides in
Indianapolis with her husband, Jeff, daughter Ava, son Tyler and 2 Weimaraners,
"Savannah" and "Aspen". Her hobbies include running with her dogs, ice
skating, and she is a Duke Fan (her alma mater.)
Dr. Fehr with Savannah and Aspen
Dr. Darren Steele joined Westwood in 2009.
He is a graduate from Purdue University. Darren grew up a Brownsburg
native and has now moved back with his wife, Sasse and boxer, Killian.
He enjoys many sports and cheers for the Colts, White Sox and Purdue.
 
Dr. Darren Steele with Killian
Veterinary Technicians
Elizabeth, BS RVT started at
Westwood in 1999 as an assistant. She then completed Purdue University's
Veterinary Technology Program and received her Bachelor's Degree in December
2003. She shares her home with her 1 crazy ferret, Indy and 2 kitties, Hazel
and Hank. Her other kitty
Freddy lives with her parents.
Elizabeth with Hazel and Freddy
Jamie, RVT
started at Westwood in August of 2001. She and her husband Dave have a
son Neil, a daughter Samantha and another little girl on the way. She has 1 boxer, "Quimby" and 2 cats, "Moe" and
"Tigger." Her interests are volleyball, softball, cross-stitching,
singing, and playing piano.
Jamie with Benton and Quimby
Katie,
RVT after finishing her externship, she started working full time
for Westwood in December of 2008. She graduated from International
Business College that same month. She enjoys spending time with her 3
dogs Lucy, Elly, and Reggie.
Veterinary Assistants
Megen has worked at
Westwood since July 2000. She is an assistant that helps the doctors and
technicians in all areas of the hospital. She and her husband, John share
their home with their 3 wonderful Boxers, "Lennox," "Mya," and "Ali Mo."
(Lennox not shown)
Megen with Ali, (Tyson) and Mya
Chris, started working for
Westwood in 2007. He has worked with animals for 10 years. He shares his
home with "Tristan" his welsh corgi mix and Keebler his dapple
dachshund (not shown).
Chris shown here with Tristan And Isolde (Keebler not
shown)
Office Manager
Debbie has been at
Westwood since 1993. The only children she has left at home are her "furry
children." Her daughter lives in Florida with her own family. She and her
husband currently have 3 adult Golden Retrievers. She breeds and shows
Golden Retrievers, and competes in the conformation ring and also does field
work and tracking.
Debbie with Cassie, Laser, Hannah and Connor (Tailor not
shown)
Puppy Class Instructor
Christy joined the Westwood front office in 2004.
She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Butler University. Prior to
Westwood, she was a Senior Keeper and Animal Trainer for the Indianapolis
Zoo for 4 1/2 years. She has special interests in Animal Behavior,
Training, and riding horses. She and her husband live in Pittsboro
with their three daughters. They live on a small farm with 4 horses, several chickens, "Charlie" a Border Collie and a cat that
routinely lives up to her name, "Lucky." She also now teaches
Puppy
Class here at Westwood on Tuesday nights.
Christy with Charlie
Front Office Staff
Darlene has worked in Westwood's front office since
March 2003. She creates all of the displays found within the clinic and
sews the bandanas, and catnip mice that are for sale at Westwood. She also
custom designs dog clothing for her family of Yorkies and to sell. She and
her husband, Dave, share their home with their 9 Yorkshire Terriers.
Darlene and her yorkies - Puddles, Jasmine, Gizmo,
Harley, Hutie, (Chevy, Tracker & Gidget, Gabi not shown)
Sarah has worked in
Westwood's front office since October 1996. Her hobbies are genealogy and
collecting rural art. She and her husband share their household with their
son, 2 bad cats, and several tropical fish.
Sarah on the job
Amber has worked in
Westwood's front office since 9/08. She is currently going to school
for psychology. She enjoys working with animals and spending time with
her dachshund Tegan.
Greeters
Penny Before
joining Westwood in April of 2002, Penny worked as a customer service
representative for a local boarding and grooming facility. She and her
husband live in Brownsburg with their 3 chihuahuas and 2
dachshunds. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, and attending
dog shows.
Penny with Sallie Mae, Louie, Mickey, and Petey
Sandi was born and
raised in Muncie, Indiana. She attended Ball State University.
Her and her husband Dave, moved to Indianapolis where they have spent most
of their married life. Animals were always a part of their family but
once they got their first Golden Retriever , their lives changed
drastically. In 1997, along with a friend, they formed GRRACE (Golden
Retriever Rescue and Community Education) that services the state of
Indiana. Along the way they somehow ended up with eight goldens that
they call their own. Pet Therapy is their main activity and any free
time is spend with their current six goldens at their home west of Indy
consisting of ten acres and a pond.
Sandi and Dave with Daizy, Cheyenne, Franklin, Champ, Gus,
Duffy, Fenway, and Ginger (Brodie & Reggie not pictured)
Kennel Staff
Jennifer
Chesala
Stephanie
Kristin
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