Dr. John Gustafson did his undergraduate work at the University of Wisconsin with a a BS in microbiology. 

He finished a double masters degree in virology and veterinary science before getting his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University.

Upon returning to Madison, he completed a PhD in veterinary science and has practiced small animal medicine since 1985.

Dr. Gustafson and his wife Chris live in rural southwest Wisconsin with their critters, Killian, (red doberman), Ellie Mae, (golden retriever), and three cats, Nellie, Mike and Mouse.
 

Diana Halverson grew up in Verona and had a love for animals all of her life.  Even though she lived in town, her dream was to become a farmer or a veterinarian.  She was active in FFA and would take in any sick or injured animal and nurse them back to health.  She rode with Dr. Lemanski - the local large animal vet. and learned a lot of “Hands-on” experience. Diana gave college a try to pursue and interest in Vet. science.

In 1982 she had the opportunity to work at a small animal clinic in Madison.  Needless to say, she loved the work, the patients and the clients that she stayed for a little over 22 years!

Diana and her husband Steve have a dairy / beef farm. They have 2 little girls that share their Mom’s passion for animals. They have been raised knowing the reality of life and death. They both have a beautiful faith that all of their loved animals are “Made into Angles” when they die.

Besides the cattle and way too many barn cats, the Halverson’s share their home with two Australian Cattle Dogs “Snapper and Girzzly”, a “Born Again” barn cat “MA MA”, and two goldfish “Zippy and Cotton Candy”.  Steve just purchased an adorable Heeler Puppy to help with the livestock. His name is “Nipper”.