Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic

Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Rapid City, SD . The professional and courteous staff at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Rapid City, SD and surrounding areas.

Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
  • Mon-Fri: 7:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Sat: 7:00AM - 5:30PM
  • Sun: 7:00AM - 5:30PM
  • After Hours: 605-342-7498
  • 24 Hour Emergency Care
  • Penny Dye, DVM

    Penny Dye, DVM

    Dr. Dye has practiced veterinary medicine at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since 1988 after graduating from The Ohio State University.  Special interests include  small animal internal medicine and surgery.  She also enjoys laparscopic surgery, endoscopy, and orthopedic procedures.

    When not at work she fills her time helping out at the ranch where she and her husband Jack raise Angus cattle and Quarter Horses.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1988
  • Kami Ireland, DVM

    Kami Ireland, DVM

    Dr. Kami Ireland majored in biology at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska and received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1997.  She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2001 from Iowa State University and has been practicing at Dakota Hills since her graduation.  While she has several professional interests and skills, Dr. Ireland is especially interested in small animal internal medicine.
     
    Dr. Ireland is very thankful to have the opportunity to practice veterinary medicine in the community where she was raised.  In her free time she enjoys spending time at her parents' ranch, raising and training barrel racing horses, and spending time with family and friends.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2001
  • Curtis Stonecipher, DVM

    Curtis Stonecipher, DVM

    Dr. Stonecipher has been at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since 2000.  He is an Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine graduate.

    Being raised in the Rapid City area, Dr. Stonecipher is excited to be able to practice in his hometown.  Hunting, his children's sports activities, and being a Bronco's fan occupy his spare time.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2000
  • Nichole Logan, DVM, MS

    Nichole Logan, DVM, MS

    Dr. Logan is a 2003 graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine and received her Master of Science from Colorado State University in 2006 after completion of a residency in equine reproduction.  She is also certified in acupuncture.  Prior to moving to Rapid City, Dr. Logan was employed in Australia where she worked on a large Thoroughbred breeding farm.  Her areas of focus include stallion and mare reproduction, high risk pregnancy assessment and treatment, internal medicine, neonatal foal care, and preventative health and welfare.  Dr. Logan is especially interested and experienced in treating and breeding mares that are difficult to get in foal.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
    Education:
    MS Equine Reproduction
    Specialties:
    Equine Reproduction
  • Dr. Karissa Ketzner, DVM, MS, DACVS

    Dr. Karissa Ketzner, DVM, MS, DACVS

    Dr. Ketzner graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004.  She completed internships in equine medicine and surgery in 2005 and 2006 at the University of Illinois.  In 2010, Dr. Ketzner became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons after completion of her equine surgical residency at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine.  She is the author and co-author of several equine veterinary journal publications.  Dr. Ketzner specializes in diagnosing and treating equine lameness and all aspects of equine surgery including orthopedics, arthroscopic, airway, soft tissue and colic.  She also has interests in internal medicine, dental care, and preventative health and welfare.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 18, 2011
    Education:
    Board Certified Equine Surgeon
    Specialties:
    Equine Surgery and Lameness
  • Kendra Hanks, RVT, Clinic Administrator

    Kendra Hanks, RVT, Clinic Administrator

    Kendra is the Clinic Administrator at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic and has been working here since November 1997 when she began as a veterinary assistant.  Kendra worked as a veterinary technician for DHVC for 10 years and Veterinary Technician Manager for about 8 years.  Kendra received her Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology from National American University in Rapid City, SD.  She has been a registered technician since June 1998.
     
    Kendra likes working on the ranch, riding horses, scrapbooking, and spending time with her husband, three children and her pets.  Her pets include 2 dogs, Ditch and Rukus, and 2 cats, Jax and Trapper, as well as a few horses.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 02, 1997
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Becky Eite, Administrative Assistant

    Becky Eite, Administrative Assistant

    Becky is the Administrative Assistant at DHVC.  She was born and raised in Kirtland, Ohio.  Becky moved to the Black Hills in 1981 with her parents.  She has two sons, 2 grandchildren & a dog, Harley the Schnauzer.  She enjoys horseback riding, getting out on the motorcycle, reading, listening to music and spending time with her husband Rod, family and friends.  She has been with Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since June, 2003.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2003
  • Michelle Lutheran, R.V.T

    Michelle Lutheran, R.V.T

    Michelle has worked at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since April 2001 and has been the Veterinary Technician manager since January 2008.  Michelle graduated from National American University with an Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology and has been a registered technician since June 2001.
     
    Michelle is an active member in the Society for Behavior Technicians.  She has been interested in  and has studied pet behavior since graduating from tech school.  Michelle uses the behavior skills she's learned in the clinic by  helping owners with their pet behavioral problems.  She also enjoys teaching puppy classes at DHVC.  Michelle strives to teach positive training and helps owners with even the most difficult puppyhood behaviors.  Michelle frequently fosters for the Black Hills Boxer Rescue.

    Michelle enjoys camping, fishing, riding horses and motorcycles as well as spending time with her dogs.  She also owns a variety of reptiles.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 24, 2001
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Kathy Commerford, R.V.T

    Kathy Commerford, R.V.T

    Kathy received her Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology from National American University in Rapid City, SD.  She has been a registered technician since June, 2003.  Kathy has been working at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since September, 1999.
     
    Kathy enjoys competitive equine sports and working on her ranch.  She also enjoys other outdoor activities such as camping and fishing.  Kathy also enjoys helping teach puppy classes at DHVC.
    Years in Practice:
    Sep 24, 1999
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Erin Smith, R.V.T

    Erin Smith, R.V.T

    Erin is a graduate from National American University.  She completed the Veterinary Technology program in May 2004.  Erin has worked at DHVC since May 2002 and has been a registered veterinary technician since May 2004.  She has a special interest in surgery and diabetes.

    Erin has a black Lab named TJ and three cats named Pete, Marti and Oliver.  She enjoys various outdoor activities including hunting, fishing and playing softball.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2002
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Katrina Wagner, R.V.T

    Katrina Wagner, R.V.T

    Katrina is a graduate from National American University's Veterinary Technology program.  She spent time working in equine specialty practice, at Louisiana State University as an equine anesthesia technician, and also at a small animal referal facility before coming to DHVC.  Katrina has been at DHVC since September 2003 and is our Inventory Manager.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2004
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Cristi Semmler, B.S., R.V.T

    Cristi Semmler, B.S., R.V.T

    Cristi was born & raised around Hermosa, South Dakota. She graduated from Colorado State University in 2002 with a B.S. in Equine Science and from Ridgewater College in 2004 with an A.A.S in Veterinary Technology. After internships at Littleton Large Animal Clinic & Minnesota State University, she spent time in Colorado where she worked in both private practice & an emergency clinic as a C.V.T.  In 1998, Cristi received a certificate in Equine Sports Massage Therapy and in 2011 she became a member of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management.

    Cristi has been with DHVC since February 2007 and loves working the emergency shift!  Her hobbies include portrait and landscape photography, taking her dogs to the park, horseback riding and helping her family on their ranch.  Her furry family consists of a dog and 3 cats.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2007
  • Hannah Pruss,RVT

    Hannah Pruss,RVT

    Hannah has been a technician with Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since March 2007.  She graduated from National American University's Veterinary Technology Program.  Hannah is an avid participant in endurance rides and spends much of her spare time riding her horses or her motorcycle.
    Years in Practice:
    Mar 07, 2007
    Education:
    AAS in Veterinary Technology
  • Juley Born, Technician

    Juley Born, Technician

    I've been working here since the summer of 2008 as an assistant. I am currently going to school to be a technician and hope to have an emphasis in Equine. I own 2 horses of my own that I train and show and have a golden retriever named Moose!
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2008
  • Shannon Quigley, RVT

    Shannon Quigley, RVT

    Years in Practice:
    Jul 18, 2011
    Education:
    AAS Veterinary Technology
  • Haley Murphy, Technician

    Haley Murphy, Technician

    Years in Practice:
    Jun 18, 2012
  • Dawn Christensen, Receptionist

    Dawn Christensen, Receptionist

    Dawn is a receptionist at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic and has been working here since July, 2002.  She was born and raised in Rapid City, SD.  
    Dawn is married and has an adorable little boy and four cats.  She enjoys reading, gardening, and traveling.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2002
  • CeeCee (Charito) Thompson, Reception Manager

    CeeCee (Charito) Thompson, Reception Manager

    Hi, I'm Cee Cee. I have a great little boy, Gabrien, who keeps me on my toes and laughing all the time.  I have two Golden Retrievers, a Boston Terrier and two cats. I enjoy all animals, singing, exercising and being outdoors.  I have been with Dakota Hills since January 2005.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2005
  • Laura Carstens, Receptionist

    Laura Carstens, Receptionist

    Laura has been an employee at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic since March 2006.

    Years in Practice:
    Mar 28, 2006
  • Jessie Orth, Assistant

    Jessie Orth, Assistant

    I am a 2011 graduate from National American University's Veterinary Assistant program.  I have two amazing daughters and we have "Shila," a blue heeler mix; 2 cats, "Lego & Bonsi;" 6 mice, "Ninja, Cherrio, Sparrow, Assasin, BB & Cricket;" and a Praying Mantis.

    My daughters and I love the Black Hills and hiking with the dog is one of our favorite outdoor activities.  I have wanted to work with animals my whole life and every day at DHVC is the BEST day!  I see new and exciting cases every day and I really enjoy the people I work with and the care my own pets receive at Dakota Hills!

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
  • Chelsea Steen, Assistant

    Chelsea Steen, Assistant


    Years in Practice:
    Jun 20, 2005
  • Julia Roberts, Boarding Manager

    Julia Roberts, Boarding Manager

    My name is Julia Roberts, but not the famous one!  I moved to Rapid City from Starkville, MS in December of 2009 and began working at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic in May of 2010.  I also began taking classes at National American University to follow my dreams of one day becoming a veterinary technician and so far it has been going very well.  My goal is to graduate college and to one day open my very own family animal rescue.

    In my spare time I try to relax a bit, hit the books, and spend some quality time with my furry friends, Puma, Willow, and Katoomba.  I also enjoy fishing, hiking, dirt bike riding, singing, and my all time favorite... leaving fun, inspirational notes for my fellow co-workers to find when the work day seems a bit stressful!
    Years in Practice:
    May 14, 2010
  • Kristen Mayer, Boarding Assistant

    Kristen Mayer, Boarding Assistant

    Kristen has worked at Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic as a boarding assistant since June 2011 after moving here from North Dakota.  When Kristen has a few minutes of free time, she spends it riding her horse, Riley, or playing with her mischievous dogs, Demon & Titus.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011

  • Nicole Blumenthal

    Years in Practice:
    Jan 11, 2013
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  • Chelsea Thompson

    Years in Practice:
    May 02, 2013
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  • Katie Weiner

    Years in Practice:
    May 02, 2013
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