Meet the veterinarians
About Dr. Hannah Timpe
I grew up in Maple Plain, Minnesota, which is a small town about 40 minutes outside Minneapolis. My parents have a hobby farm, and I was fortunate to grow up with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, rabbits, and even a turtle. I’ve always loved animals and cherished the special human-animal bond we share. I also have always loved science and solving problems.
I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, and during that time, I also studied abroad at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. I then moved back to Minneapolis and completed veterinary school at the University of Minnesota.
As a small animal general practitioner, I enjoy client education, preventive medicine, dentistry, and dermatology, and I also enjoy geriatric pet and end-of-life care.
Unfortunately, I have had to say goodbye to many pets during my life. Growing up on a hobby farm, my parents taught me that experiencing the end of a pet’s life is part of caring for them. We owe it to our pets, who have given us so much love, to help them pass peacefully. Before I was a veterinarian, Lap of Love helped my family say goodbye to one of our dogs, Lacey, and it was such a special experience for her to pass at home where she was most comfortableLosing a pet is extremely difficult. It never gets easier and is the hardest part of having pets, but I truly feel that helping them pass peacefully is a gift. I find it rewarding to be able to support people during such a difficult time and I try to make this sad experience as peaceful as possible for the pet and their family.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading mystery novels, spending time with my family and dog, being outside, baking and cooking, and going out to new restaurants with friends.
About Dr. Ashleigh Rhoades
I was raised in Phoenix, Arizona with my dogs, cats, guinea pigs, snakes and even a rat here and there. As long as I can remember, I have loved animals and needed them to be a part of my life. Even though Phoenix was a large city, we were very close to the desert environment which meant different types of wildlife animals. Helping wildlife animals in need also became a big part of my childhood and helped drive me toward a career with animals.
However, that career didn’t start in veterinary medicine. I spent a lot of time working with zoo animals and wildlife before deciding that being a veterinarian was my calling. I attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in hopes of one day becoming a wildlife veterinarian. However, during my internship working with cats and dogs, I was reminded of how important our household pets can be. Every animal in the world is special, but our pets are a huge part of our FAMILY.
The hardest part starting out in the veterinary profession was the thought of putting an animal to sleep. I quickly learned that this task was not a burden, but a gift. As an emergency veterinarian for many years, I have had the privilege of helping lots of animals and this includes helping end an animal’s suffering in the last moments of their life. The struggle to make the tough decision in the final moments will always be the hardest part of the human animal bond. It is not something that gets easier with time and it is my honor to be able to help families say goodbye when this time comes.
About Dr. Danielle Hagenbuch
I have always found it easy to connect with animals, and I knew I would become a veterinarian long before I could pronounce the word. I was born in Clovis, New Mexico, but I spent most of my childhood in Las Vegas, Nevada after my dad was transferred by the Air Force. Most people don’t realize how beautiful Nevada’s desert ecosystem is, and I was fortunate to be surrounded by interesting wildlife throughout my childhood. I also had many pets, including dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits. They quickly became part of my family, and reinforced my desire to pursue veterinary medicine.
I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, where I gained experience teaching animal anatomy and assisting on the university farm. I was part of the first graduating class of the joint Utah State University-Washington State University veterinary program.
Following graduation, I worked in general practice, helping pets live long, happy, and fulfilled lives. I developed a passion for working with older pets, keeping them comfortable and happy during their final years. I am very interested in using a variety of methods to manage pain in senior pets and am currently training in veterinary acupuncture.
I still remember the loss of my first dog, a yellow Lab named Sunny. I was in first grade and running late to school on the day he passed, and I didn’t have a chance to say goodbye. I was heartbroken that I wasn’t there for his final moments. I am now dedicated to helping families and their pets say goodbye, while surrounded by love in the comfort of their homes.
During my free time, I enjoy time outdoors. One of the reasons I moved to the Pacific Northwest was the abundance of incredible trails, and I spend a lot of time hiking and backpacking, especially with my dog. I also enjoy swimming and hope to one day complete the swim race from Alcatraz to San Francisco. I’m not always on the go—I also love watching shows and movies while cross stitching.
About Dr. Hannah Timpe
I grew up in Maple Plain, Minnesota, which is a small town about 40 minutes outside Minneapolis. My parents have a hobby farm, and I was fortunate to grow up with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, rabbits, and even a turtle. I’ve always loved animals and cherished the special human-animal bond we share. I also have always loved science and solving problems.
I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, and during that time, I also studied abroad at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. I then moved back to Minneapolis and completed veterinary school at the University of Minnesota.
As a small animal general practitioner, I enjoy client education, preventive medicine, dentistry, and dermatology, and I also enjoy geriatric pet and end-of-life care.
Unfortunately, I have had to say goodbye to many pets during my life. Growing up on a hobby farm, my parents taught me that experiencing the end of a pet’s life is part of caring for them. We owe it to our pets, who have given us so much love, to help them pass peacefully. Before I was a veterinarian, Lap of Love helped my family say goodbye to one of our dogs, Lacey, and it was such a special experience for her to pass at home where she was most comfortableLosing a pet is extremely difficult. It never gets easier and is the hardest part of having pets, but I truly feel that helping them pass peacefully is a gift. I find it rewarding to be able to support people during such a difficult time and I try to make this sad experience as peaceful as possible for the pet and their family.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading mystery novels, spending time with my family and dog, being outside, baking and cooking, and going out to new restaurants with friends.
About Dr. Ashleigh Rhoades
I was raised in Phoenix, Arizona with my dogs, cats, guinea pigs, snakes and even a rat here and there. As long as I can remember, I have loved animals and needed them to be a part of my life. Even though Phoenix was a large city, we were very close to the desert environment which meant different types of wildlife animals. Helping wildlife animals in need also became a big part of my childhood and helped drive me toward a career with animals.
However, that career didn’t start in veterinary medicine. I spent a lot of time working with zoo animals and wildlife before deciding that being a veterinarian was my calling. I attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in hopes of one day becoming a wildlife veterinarian. However, during my internship working with cats and dogs, I was reminded of how important our household pets can be. Every animal in the world is special, but our pets are a huge part of our FAMILY.
The hardest part starting out in the veterinary profession was the thought of putting an animal to sleep. I quickly learned that this task was not a burden, but a gift. As an emergency veterinarian for many years, I have had the privilege of helping lots of animals and this includes helping end an animal’s suffering in the last moments of their life. The struggle to make the tough decision in the final moments will always be the hardest part of the human animal bond. It is not something that gets easier with time and it is my honor to be able to help families say goodbye when this time comes.
About Dr. Danielle Hagenbuch
I have always found it easy to connect with animals, and I knew I would become a veterinarian long before I could pronounce the word. I was born in Clovis, New Mexico, but I spent most of my childhood in Las Vegas, Nevada after my dad was transferred by the Air Force. Most people don’t realize how beautiful Nevada’s desert ecosystem is, and I was fortunate to be surrounded by interesting wildlife throughout my childhood. I also had many pets, including dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits. They quickly became part of my family, and reinforced my desire to pursue veterinary medicine.
I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, where I gained experience teaching animal anatomy and assisting on the university farm. I was part of the first graduating class of the joint Utah State University-Washington State University veterinary program.
Following graduation, I worked in general practice, helping pets live long, happy, and fulfilled lives. I developed a passion for working with older pets, keeping them comfortable and happy during their final years. I am very interested in using a variety of methods to manage pain in senior pets and am currently training in veterinary acupuncture.
I still remember the loss of my first dog, a yellow Lab named Sunny. I was in first grade and running late to school on the day he passed, and I didn’t have a chance to say goodbye. I was heartbroken that I wasn’t there for his final moments. I am now dedicated to helping families and their pets say goodbye, while surrounded by love in the comfort of their homes.
During my free time, I enjoy time outdoors. One of the reasons I moved to the Pacific Northwest was the abundance of incredible trails, and I spend a lot of time hiking and backpacking, especially with my dog. I also enjoy swimming and hope to one day complete the swim race from Alcatraz to San Francisco. I’m not always on the go—I also love watching shows and movies while cross stitching.
About Dr. Hannah Timpe
I grew up in Maple Plain, Minnesota, which is a small town about 40 minutes outside Minneapolis. My parents have a hobby farm, and I was fortunate to grow up with horses, chickens, dogs, cats, rabbits, and even a turtle. I’ve always loved animals and cherished the special human-animal bond we share. I also have always loved science and solving problems.
I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, and during that time, I also studied abroad at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. I then moved back to Minneapolis and completed veterinary school at the University of Minnesota.
As a small animal general practitioner, I enjoy client education, preventive medicine, dentistry, and dermatology, and I also enjoy geriatric pet and end-of-life care.
Unfortunately, I have had to say goodbye to many pets during my life. Growing up on a hobby farm, my parents taught me that experiencing the end of a pet’s life is part of caring for them. We owe it to our pets, who have given us so much love, to help them pass peacefully. Before I was a veterinarian, Lap of Love helped my family say goodbye to one of our dogs, Lacey, and it was such a special experience for her to pass at home where she was most comfortableLosing a pet is extremely difficult. It never gets easier and is the hardest part of having pets, but I truly feel that helping them pass peacefully is a gift. I find it rewarding to be able to support people during such a difficult time and I try to make this sad experience as peaceful as possible for the pet and their family.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading mystery novels, spending time with my family and dog, being outside, baking and cooking, and going out to new restaurants with friends.