Staff

Abby Kidd – Practice Manager

Abby has been part of the PPVC family since 1997.  She has grown up in this clinic working in all areas until she was promoted to manager in 2006.  She resides in Paw Paw with her husband, 2 children, 3 dogs, and 3 cats. Abby enjoys anything outdoors, spending time with her family, doing agility and dock diving with her dogs, and traveling.

Dawn Slavings – Office Manager
Dawn joined the PPVC family in 1998. When not at the office she can be likely be found at one of the many sporting events her kids participate in. Dawn loves spending time with her family and traveling. She resides with her family in Lawrence with 1 dog and 2 cats.

Laura Grehl – Licensed Veterinary Technician
Laura has been part of the PPVC family since 2005. She resides in Paw Paw with her family and their 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 horses. Laura enjoys spending time with her family, showing her horses, and attending car shows.

Kayla Barton – Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kayla joined the PPVC family in 2018. Outside of the office Kayla enjoys hanging with her family and friends, spending time with her dogs, watching TV, and sitting around the bonfire.

Jessyca Belen – Licensed Veterinary Technician
Jessyca joined the PPVC family in 2019. She enjoys painting, re-doing furniture, decorating, swimming, and exploring the outdoors with her husband, 2 children, 1 dog, 3 cats, and 10 chickens.

Tonya Wilson – Veterinary Assistant
Tonya has been a part of the PPVC family since 1998. When she is not here you can find her camping, traveling, and spending time with her family. Tonya lives in Paw Paw with her husband of 42 years and together they have 2 daughters and 6 grandchildren.

Stefan Baker – Veterinary Assistant (Future Veterinarian – MSU CVM Class of 2021)
Stefan has been at PPVC since 2014. As the grandson of Duane Baker and the nephew of Ann Marie Baker, he is following in his family footsteps and will soon graduate from MSU with his DVM degree. Stefan enjoys golf, tennis, rollerblading, and hanging out with his cat, leopard gecko, and tortoise.

Matthew Brusach – Veterinary Assistant
Matthew has been a member of the PPVC family since the day he was born! Matthew is a student at Western Michigan University studying business. When not studying or working at the office, Mathew enjoys building and playing guitars.

Sara Holden – Veterinary Assistant
Sara has been part of the PPVC family since 2007. Sara loves spending time in nature and being present with her fur kids. When not working at the clinic she keeps very busy with dog boarding in her home. Sara has a special interest in hospice and palliative care and loves learning about energy healing modalities for our animal companions. She lives in Oshtemo with her animal companions and her dear, tolerant husband Tim.

Aries Borton – Veterinary Assistant
Aries joined the PPVC family in 2014. When not at work or studying, Aries can be found outdoors. He loves hiking, kayaking, biking, and video games. Aries lives with his family and their 2 dogs, 1 cat, and 1 rat in Paw Paw.

Heather Barton – Veterinary Assistant
Heather has been part of the PPVC family since 2017. In her spare time Heather loves spending time with her family and her animals. She can often be found baking delicious desserts or making beautiful crafts. Heather lives with her family and her dog and 5 cats in Three Rivers.

Katie Labar – Veterinary Assistant
Katie joined the PPVC family in 2018. Katie loves to be outdoors and can often be found kayaking, riding dirt bikes, rock climbing, or deer hunting. She loves to travel and spend time with her family. Katie resides in Paw Paw with her dog and 2 rabbits.

Springe Horner – Receptionist
Springe has been a member of the PPVC family since 2009. When not at work she enjoys kayaking, fishing, playing with her nephews, and reading. Springe resides in Paw Paw with her husband, son, and their 2 dogs, 1 cat and 1 rat.

Adrianna Leblang – Receptionist & Veterinary Assistant
Adrianna joined the PPVC family in 2013. Adrianna lives in Paw Paw with her husband and their golden retriever, turtle, and cat. Adrianna enjoys cooking, reading, and scrapbooking.

Madi Day – Receptionist
Madi has been a member of the PPVC family since 2013. She lives in Kalamazoo with her boyfriend and their dog Wilbur and their 2 cats Lilly and Baloo. Madi is a student at Western Michigan University. When not studying or working, Madi enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Jessica Weitekamp – Receptionist
Jessica joined the PPVC family in the spring of 2019. Jessica enjoys traveling, working on her cars, flying with her dad, and remodeling her house. She lives in Texas Corners with her husband, 2 kids, 1 dog and 1 cat.

Megan Karalash - Veterinary Assistant

Megan joined the PPVC family in 2020.  Originally from Chicago, Megan attended school at Western Michigan University where she met her husband and settled down in Paw Paw after graduation.  Megan is a current Veterinary Technician student on schedule to graduate in 2022.  She has 2 dogs and 2 cats and also helps foster for Adopt a Friend For Life.  Megan enjoys hiking, kayaking, and exploring new places when traveling.

Brittney Dixon - Veterinary Assistant

Brittney joined the PPVC family in 2020.  She is a current Veterinary Technican Student at Baker College.  She keeps very busy between work and school.  In her free time she enjoys being outside, especially up north riding her quad.  She has a dog named Denver, 2 cats Tuxedo Graham and Luna, and a Beta fish named Flash.  

Taylor Proskey - Veterinary Assistant 

Taylor joined the PPVC family in 2008.  She enjoys playing soccer and loves spending time with her husband and their son.  They have 4 fur babies -  2 coonhounds Annabelle and Jethro, and 2 cats Cali and Chloe.