Your local veterinarians in Sugarcreek, OH

Brandon was born and raised in Uhrichsville, Ohio. He received a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from The College of Wooster in 2010 and his DVM from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013. Dr. Michels practiced veterinary medicine in northern Wayne County, OH for three years before continuing his career at the Sugarcreek Veterinary Clinic in 2016. His professional interests include orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Outside of medicine, he enjoys woodworking, scuba diving, and outdoor activities. He and his wife, Elizabeth, were married in 2013 and have three children. They also enjoy spending time with their three dogs.

Jim is a 1990 graduate of the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, where he also earned a B.S. in Animal Science. Jim played basketball at Ohio State from 1983 to1986. He joined the veterinary team at the Sugarcreek Veterinary Clinic in 1990. He and his wife, Celeste have four children together, Lauren, Paul, Clay, and Joel. Jim enjoys gardening, boating and spending time with his wife and children and 2 dogs, Boone and Brinley.

Aaron grew up in Centerburg before attending Ohio State for both undergrad and Veterinary School. He joined the SVC team upon graduation in 2017. His professional interests include dairy medicine, especially milk quality and calf care, small animal medicine and equine medicine. He currently lives outside of Dover with his wife, two sons and three cats. In his free time he enjoys photography and hiking Buckeye Trail.

Anna grew up in Fresno on a livestock and crop farm. She is a 2021 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She also attended Ohio State for undergrad, receiving a Bachelors in Animal Science in 2017. Her professional interests include cattle reproduction, small ruminant medicine and advanced reproductive techniques. In her spare time her and her husband, Russ, enjoy hiking, camping, and spending time with their dogs, Hank, Brantley, and Kimber.

Hunter grew up in Dennison, Ohio. He went to Ohio State and graduated with his bachelors of Science in Agriculture in 2019. Then went to Veterinary School graduating in 2023. Hunter now lives in Coshocton with his wife and two deaf dogs; Oden and Opal. His professional interest include ruminant and equine medicine. In his free time he enjoys hunting, fishing , video games, and playing fetch with his dogs.

Megan grew up in Sugarcreek, Ohio and graduated for Hiland High School. She then attend the University of Findlay where she received her Undergrad. Then attended and graduated Vet school at The Ohio State University. Her Professional interests include soft tissue surgery, wound measurement, and herd health. In her free time she likes reading, video games, going out to eat and spending time with family.

Mackenzie grew up in Sebring, Florida. Where she attended The University of Florida for her undergrad degree in Animal Science, She then went to The University of Missouri College Veterinary Medicine where she graduated in 2023. Mackenzie's professional interests are vast- she wants to get into a little bit of everything! So far, she has loved developing her skills in ruminant medicine and reproduction, and small animal ultrasonography and dentistry. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, exploring her new home, and playing video games, along with spending time with her two kittens; Oliver and Ophelia.

Shelley graduated from Indian Valley North and attended Kent State Tusc. She graduated in 2011 and got her Associate degree in applied Science of Veterinary Technology. Shelley has been working for SVC since 2012. She has 3 children, 2 dogs and 3 rabbits. In her spare time she enjoys camping, spending time with her friends and family and crocheting.

Ashley graduated from Garaway High School in 2009 and started working at the clinic in 2016. She resides in Dover with her husband Clint, son Wesley and 3 dogs, Rocky, Chev, and Kash. In her spare time she loves spending time outside and enjoys time with her family and friends.

Sarah graduated in 2012 from Claymont High School and started working at the clinic in November 2022. She resides in Uhrichsville with her husband, Kevin, 2 daughters, Abby and Paisley and son, Hunter. In her spare time she loves to spend time with her family and 2 dogs, Oreo and Rex.

Faith Graduated from Garaway High School in 2021 while attending Buckeye Career Center taking classes in Sports Medicine & Dog Grooming. She was also a 4-H member at Tuscarawas County Fair for 10 years. She lives in Fresno with her fiancé Brandon and their 2 dogs; Willow and Mattie and 3 cats; Vega, Biscuit and Dolly. In her spare time she enjoys taking care of her plants, being with her furbabies, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.Faith Graduated from Garaway High School in 2021 while attending Buckeye Career Center taking classes in Sports Medicine & Dog Grooming. She was also a 4-H member at Tuscarawas County Fair for 10 years. She lives in Fresno with her fiancé Brandon and their 2 dogs; Willow and Mattie and 3 cats; Vega, Biscuit and Dolly. In her spare time she enjoys taking care of her plants, being with her furbabies, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Andrea has been working here at SVC since 2004. In her spare time she loves to attend truck and tractor pulls with her husband, Tim. She also enjoys working with flowers for special occasions and spending time with her cat Sylvester and 2 dogs, Gus and Gertie. Andrea was also in 4-H for 11 years, and a 4-H advisor since 2004.

Tammy has been on staff at SVC since 2008. She has four children, with a current extended family consisting of two horses, two dogs, and three cats. She graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at Kent State Tuscarawas in 2009. She says, "My passion for animals leads me to encourage a more rewarding bond with our animals through education and understanding."

Morgain grew up in Meigs County and attended and graduated in 2020 with an Associates degree in Applied Science at Kent State Tuscarawas. She did her practicum at SVC and fell in love with the practice and decided to stay. She now lives in New Phila with her cat, Possum and dog, Nellie. In her spare time she enjoys long walks on the beach with her cat, hiking, kayaking, board games and spending time with family and friends.

Lydia graduated from Garaway High School in 2017 and later graduated from the Veterinary Technician Program at Kent State University in 2020. She currently lives in Sugarcreek with her husband, Hunter and their 3 dogs, Harley, Diesel, and MoJo, cats, Cevin and Phiona, a bird named Fabioux, and 2 beta fish. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family and kayaking with her husband and their dogs.

Sienna graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 2019 and graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at Kent State Tusc in 2021. Sienna currently resides in Stonecreek on her family's dairy farm. She has two dogs, Milo and Miguel, and a cat named Maxx. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and sewing.

Grace graduated from Garaway High School in 2011 and graduated from Kent State Tuscarawas with a degree in Veterinary Technology in 2014. She has been in Veterinary medicine since 2011 working from the Kennel Tech to Veterinary Assistant to Registered Veterinary Technician. She lives with her husband, Eric and their 2 daughters. She often jokes her house is a menagerie of animals and her current crew includes; 2 dogs, 2 cats, 5 chickens, 7 rabbits. Grace is our weekend technician, as her full time job is being a stay at home mom. In her free time she likes spending time with family and hobbies include; gardening, fishing, target practice, and also running a bookstagram page and recently published her first children's book. She also enjoys being active in her church.

Grayson graduated from Buckeye Trail High School in 2019 and is currently enrolled in the veterinary Technology Program at Kent State Tusc. She lives with her husband, Nate and daughter Ella along with 4 cats; Gibby, Pip, Goose and Boots. She enjoys camping, hiking, baking, and reading.

Karlie graduated from New Phila High School in 2010. After school she attended Kent State University and graduated in 2019 with an Associates Degree of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology and Associate of Science. She is married to her husband, Jeff. In her spare time she enjoys riding her horses and spending time with her dogs. She has also been a 4-H adviser since 2015.

Brittany is a graduate from The Ohio State University and Kent State University. She has been in the veterinary industry for 5 years now. She lives with her husband, Josh and son Jamie, on the family grain farm where they also raise pigs and cows. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, two dogs, two cats, two horses, and being in the garden.

Mady graduated New Philadelphia High School in 2020. She resides in New Phila with her fiancé Kyle Schlabach, dog; Jewels and 3 cats; Trashbag, Jackie and Dory. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends, a good nap and hanging out with her foster pets.

Amy graduated from Tuscarawas Valley High School in 2018. She went to Tusc State Tusc for a year pursuing a business degree but decided to change her mind in the fall of 2020 and work with animals which has always been her dream. She is currently enrolled in the Vet Tech program at Kent Tusc. She started working at SVC as a kennel assistant in February of 2020. As of right now she lives with her parents, 4 cats, and 2 dogs. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering at the Tusc County Humane Society.

Charlotte is our clinic kitty. She enjoys helping out in the lab, getting into staff members lockers and causing panic while hiding and being stubborn. She is also very good at making us all smile when we are having a rough day.