Eagle River Animal Hospital

We are a full service small animal hospital serving Eagle River, Wisconsin, and the surrounding Northwoods for over 20 years.

We have invested in modern diagnostic and therapeutic equipment to assist our patients in living an optimal state of health. Since each patient is unique we often recommend special tests or procedures in order to come to a definitive diagnosis as soon as possible.

Whether your pet needs routine health care or critical care such as surgery our staff is at your service... 24 hours a day.

1720 Hwy 45 N
Eagle River, WI 54521
Phone: 715-479-7090
Fax: 715-479-5083
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Mon: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Tue-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm
Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Sun: by Emergency Only
After hours call 715- 479-7090

Caitlin Savagian, DVM

Dr Savagian is a May 2008 graduate of the University Of Wisconsin School Of Veterinary Medicine.

She was raised in Germantown, WI, where she was active in raising, training and racing the family sled dogs. She received her Bachelors degree from Beloit College where she met her husband Shane DeMoss. They are the proud parents of a little girl, 3 dogs and two cats.

Dr. Savagian has a strong interest in canine sports medicine and the special needs of the canine athlete, ophthalmology, surgery and preventative medicine.
Christina Schwanke, DVM

Dr. Tina Schwanke graduated from Phelps High School in 1999 at which time she began working at the practice as a student. She went on to graduate from Edgewood College in Madison with a bachelor's degree in biology. She graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2009 after completing her fourth year clinical rotation at the University of Wisconsin.

Dr. Tina has a strong interest in anesthesia, surgery,and emergency and critical care medicine. In her free time, she enjoys planning her next get away to southern, more tropical climates. She resides in Eagle River and is married to Tim Schwanke, a native of Eagle River. They share their home with two naughty kitties, Bernice and Laverne and two french bulldogs, Rosy and Gucci.
Amy Flom, DVM

Dr Amy Flom is from Port Washington, Wisconsin.She started her veterinary career at a clinic there as a assistant and receptionist. Dr. Flom is very passionate about quality care and feels pets are family and deserve the same respect and care as any family member. She earned her veterinary degree at the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine.
Janet Knutson, Practice Manager

Home - lifetime resident of Eagle River, WI
Early interests - Showed horses western pleasure and English equestrian in high school; worked at a dairy and horse barn in college; had an interest in colt training and took course in farrier work
Education - Graduate, Northland Pines, Eagle River, WI 1992 Graduate UW-River Falls with a degree in Animal Science Currently taking Veterinary Management series through Purdue University
Veterinary/Animal History/Work - ERAH in high school and college; worked for Hill Crest Animal Hospital in Hudson, WI Arbor Ridge Pet Clinic in Madison, WI, and All Creature Care in Madison, WI
How long at ERAH - Started working at ERAH in high school at age 15... for a total of 19 years!
Community involvement - Raised over $3,700.00 for team training for the Leukemia Society; have run over 25 marathons and 2 triathlons
Personality - Grew up in a family of 12 so I've learned to "Wait your turn and be tolerant".
Goals - I would like to participate in team training again and would like to become a certified veterinary practice manager.
Personal philosophy - Always give your best, finish what you start and treat others as you wish to be treated
Family, children and pets - Married to Jeff Knutson since 1992; Son, Liam; we share our home with 2 dogs, 1 cat and 1 horse
Hobbies, outside interests - running, hiking, fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and horseback riding.
Misty Husby, Lead Receptionist

Home town - Sugar Camp, WI
Family - Husband, Ron; daughter, Sydney; 2 dogs - Mya and Willow
Hobbies, outside interests - spending free time with family, fishing, kayaking, skiing, outdoor activities

Education:

Three Lake High School and Nicolet College
Carol Gilomen, Certified Veterinary Technician

Home town - Eagle River, WI
Veterinary/Animal History/Work - I have always worked in the veterinary field
Community involvement - own Radio Shack in Eagle River, WI since 2002
Goals for the future - Grow old with my husband and children
My philosophy - Animals come first!
Family, children or animals - Husband, Ed; Son, Grayson; Daughter, Lacey; 2 cats, 3 dogs, 2 horses, 2 rabbits
Hobbies, outside interests - 4-wheeling, trail riding horseback, family time, friends

Education:

College, Madison, WI /Certified Veterinary Technician since 1990
Carol Burgy, Veterinary Assistant

Home town - Colorado and Rhinelander, WI
Early interests - Vet/animal and non-vet/earlier work - I have always had a love for animals. My daughter also shared that interest and was showing horses at 3 years of age. She received a degree in Equine Science.
Animal History/Work - Veterinary Assistant since 1986 and Humane officer for 2 years
How long at hospital - Forever!
Community involvement/awards - Community Service Award from the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc; Relay for Life - American Cancer Society
Personality - compassionate animal lover
Philosophy of practice or life - Be kind to one another, do good, then go home.
Family, children or animals - 2 children, 1 dog, 2 cats, 1 horse and 1 naughty donkey
Hobbies, outside interests - Riding my horse, enjoying time with family and friends and my animals
Eva Hall, Veterinary Assistant

Home - Eva grew up in Michigan's beautiful upper peninsula where she spent her entire childhood and early adult years.
Interests - Eva has always been very passionate about animals. Starting at about the age of 4 she said she wanted to be a veterinarian. Her childhood was spent happily surrounded by dogs, cats, her pony, a variety of
rodents and other assorted farm animals.
Education - K-12 was spent at Watersmeet School. State College of Beauty Culture in Wausau, WI. Certified nursing assistant; completed numerous Animal Science courses.
Veterinary Work - Dunn Animal Hospital in Rhinelander, WI (5 years) Volunteered at various animal shelters and animal welfare and rescue work .
How long at ERAH - Since 1999
Community involvement - Guardian member of the ASPCA. Yoga certification. Master yoga training with Parayoga.
Personality - Fun loving, easy going and loves to laugh.
Additional goals - Continue to work with animals and animal communication and increase her knowledge in this field. Eva plans to continue with her yoga training and teaching. She would also like to attain the distinction of Master Gardener.
Eva's philosophy of life - To tread lightly on this Earth. Do not expect that someone else or a material object can make you happy - true happiness comes from within.
Family and pets - Eva lives with her significant other, Gordon, surrounded by Mother Nature and her wonderful furry friends consisting of five dogs, Asia, Sunny, Merlin, Colie and Wally; four cats, 2 rats, 1 guinea pig, 3 rabbits, 6 goats and don?t forget the fish
Hobbies, outside interests - Gardening, canoeing, camping, yoga/meditation, photography, collecting books, reading, quiet walks in the woods with my dogs. Eva also has a strong interest in the metaphysical and paranormal.
Debbie Lorenz, Receptionist

Home town - Grew up in Milwaukee, WI, and raised a family in Saukville, WI. Now resides in Eagle River, WI
Interests - Grew up with lots of critters - dogs, rabbits, gerbils, birds and horses. Always loved animals
Education - Graduate of John Marshall High School
Veterinary experience - At Eagle River A. H. since July, 2009; 13 years experience as a veterinary receptionist in Port Washington, WI
Personality - Make people laugh and have a "Glass is half-full attitude"
Family, children or animals - Married to Willie for 23 years; 2 sons, Sean and Cody; 2 Golden Retrievers - Sami and Libby, 2 cats - Bella and Buddy
Hobbies, outside interests - fishing, boating
Candy Grambow, Veterinary Assistant

Candy is from Arbor Vitae, WI. and has had experience in the Veterinary field since 1999.
She is certified as a Veterinary Assistant via correspondence course at Thompson Direct and Humane Law Enforcement through University of Columbia. She energetically maintains continuing education in her fields of study as well as her special interests as a Veterinary team member.
She currently maintains WI memberships in. WACAI (Wisconsin Animal Control Association, Inc.),BRATS (Badger Rescue Animal Transport System),Wisconsin Dog Rescue and AWARE-WI
Candy is very passionate about animal rescue, client education and has special interests in animal nutrition, Flea/Tick Prevention, Animal Behavior and Dog Rescue.
Her future goals include opening a boarding kennel and animal rescue.
Philosophy of life... KARMA!
Candy currently shares her home with her dog "Panda" (German Shepherd/Vizla/Bedlington Terrier/Briard/Welsh Springer)and cat "Gus" Domestic shorthair
Hobbies, outside interests...Volleyball, softball, pet sitting, boating, waverunning
Linda Whitehead, Receptionist

Grew up in - Menomonee Falls, WI
Early interest in animals - Always had a compassion for animals since I was young.
I would push my cat around the yard in a buggy dressed in baby clothes!
Education - Graduate of Menomonee Falls High School
Computer courses at Nicolet Technical College, Rhinelander, WI
Veterinary/Animal History/Work - I worked for 25 years at a private hunt/fish club as a secretary and
bookkeeper. I also helped with birds, big game animals, fish and dogs.
How long at ERAH - 9 years!
Community involvement - I was active with my children in school and community events such as fundraisers, parades and concessions; participated in choir, Sunday school, library committee and women's missionary.
Personality - Humorous, but quiet, courteous and responsible
My philosophy - Taking one day at a time and thanking God for each and every day. Whatever you do - do the best you can!
Family, children and pets - Married, two children;
daughter and son-in-law and two grandchildren in Colorado; and a son in Florida; and three dogs.
Hobbies, outside interests - gardening, walking with my dogs
Sean Lorenz, Patient Care Assistant

Home - Grew up in Saukville, WI and now lives in Eagle River, WI
Education - Port Washington High School
Work - Lorenz Mowing & Services; pet sitting business
How long at hospital - Since Spring 2010
Hobbies - Collecting and watching movies, boating and snowmobiling; playing the trumpet.
Pets owned - 2 dogs Mandy and Libby; 2 cats Bella and Buddy; and Mindy the Gecko
Allison Grafwallner, Assistant

Home town... Born in Wauwatosa, WI, lived in Hales Corners, WI from the age of 5-7 and then moved to ER until the present
Early interests - Vet/animal and non-vet/earlier work - While in high school I developed an interest in veterinary medicine and pharmacology
Education - Graduate 2009 Northland Pines High School, Eagle River, WI, Currently a student at Concordia University, WI
How long at ERAH - 3 years
Achievements, memberships, community involvement - Relay for Life, Pre-pharmacy club
Personality - I try to make the most out of life situations
Future goals - Pursue my Doctorate of Pharmacology
Philosophy of life - I believe in Bob Barker's philosophy 'Control the pet population. Have your pet spayed or neutered today!'
Family, children or animals - Dog (Greta) German Wirehair, Cat (Mittens) Domestic shorthair
Hobbies, outside interests - Playing sports, camping, fishing, writing poetry
Lauren Hughes, patient care assistant and receptionist

Home Town - Eagle River, WI
Interests - Horses, therapeutic riding, college campus activities, quality time with friends
Education - Graduate of Conserve School in 2007, currently at UW-River Falls Class of 2012; Animal Science Equine Major and Chemistry Minor
Veterinary/Animal Work - Great Northern Riding Club for 12 years, Volunteer at Pine Lake Pastures, a therapeutic riding and rescue program,
Interned for two months at Meridian Equine Hospital in Meridian, TX in 2008.
How long at ERAH - Started in August of 2007 as kennel help and currently a veterinary technician and receptionist
Special achievements, memberships, community involvement - Dean?s List at UW-River Falls; President (Pre-Vet Club); Rodeo Club Member; Volunteer at Pine Lake Pastures - therapy riding and rescue horses
Personality - I try to find the good in everything and everyone. I am very care free, social and have a sensitive nature.
Goals - Obtain my DVM; work in teaching hospital, and spend time dedicated to animal shelter medicine.
Favorite quote - "The best doctor is the veterinarian. He can't ask his patients what is the matter - he's got to just know." Will Rogers
Family, children or animals - Brother, Brett; 3 cats, Honey, Butterscotch and Rolly
Hobbies, outside interests - Writing poems, horses and horseshows with my GNRC girls, involved in college organizations, spending time with friends and family, movies
Savanna Smith, Patient Care Assistant

Savanna came to work for Eagle River Animal Hospital her senior year at Northland Pines High School. She is currently pursuing a career in Criminal Justice and plans on attending a Veterinary Technician program. Savanna hopes to combine her passion for animals with a career in Criminal Justice.