About Us

Dr. Erik Haukaas earned his doctorate in 1990 from the University of Wisconsin. He joined Bay Area Animal Hospital in 1993 and he became owner in 1998. His favorite part of the job is meeting new pets and teaching new pet owners how to look after their new family members.

In his free time, Dr. Haukaas enjoys fishing, hunting, and going on adventures by exploring new areas with his family. Dr. Erik Haukaas shares his home with two flat-coat retrievers named Slate and Flint. The duo is their family’s companion on all outdoor adventures, and they excel at retrieving ducks and pheasants.

Amy graduated from Northwood Technical College in 1985 and became an integral part of Bay Area Animal hospital in 1998. Getting to meet new people and their beloved pets is what she likes most about working at the clinic. 

When she’s not busy working, Amy enjoys baking, cooking, and doing outdoor activities. She also sets aside quality time with family at their cabin. Their house is not a home without their two dogs, Slate and Flint, who are always up for an adventure riding in the truck and absolutely adore going to the lake.

After years of working as a veterinary assistant, Crystal began her career at Bay Area Animal Hospital in 2022. Her favorite aspect of practicing veterinary medicine is coming across various unique cases. Crystal chose a career in veterinary medicine because she loves the work she does and has always known that it’s the path she would like to take.

Away from work, she loves camping and relaxing by the lake. Above all, she adores spending quality time with her family. A very special member of their family is a German Shepherd named Luna. 

Biography coming soon.

Kaiden’s journey into the world of veterinary medicine began at Northcentral Technical College. Starting in the clinic’s FixaPet program and working as a kennel tech at a nonprofit rescue, Kaiden’s passion for helping and working with animals has only grown stronger over the years.

Outside of work, Kaiden leads an active and outdoor-oriented lifestyle. Whether it’s bowfishing, ice fishing, regular fishing, horseback riding, hiking with two beloved dogs Ruby and Oscar, waterfowl hunting, snowmobiling, oil painting, or gardening, Kaiden finds joy in activities that connect with nature and the outdoors.

Since joining Bay Area Animal Hospital in 2023 as a Veterinary Assistant, Kaiden has brought a deep-seated passion for veterinary medicine to the team. What Kaiden loves most about the field is its unpredictable nature; no two days are the same, which keeps the work exciting and fulfilling. Having known since grade school that a career with animals was the only path forward, Kaiden’s lifelong commitment to animal care shines through in every aspect of her work.

Sasha is a vibrant and ambitious senior in high school with a clear vision for the future. Aspiring to enter the field of nursing, Sasha is currently exploring various educational pathways to achieve this goal. Beyond academics, Sasha shares a deep connection with animals, a passion reflected in the companionship of a pet cat named Luna and a horse named Tiger. This love for animals is further highlighted by Sasha’s favorite movie, “A Dog’s Purpose,” which speaks to the profound bond between humans and their animal friends.

In 2023, Sasha joined Bay Area Animal Hospital as a Boarding & Daycare Attendant, bringing youthful energy and a genuine enthusiasm for animal care to the team. Outside of work, Sasha is musically inclined, playing both the clarinet and saxophone in school bands. Horseback riding is another cherished activity, allowing Sasha to combine a love for music and animals in a balanced and fulfilling personal life.

What Sasha enjoys most about working at Bay Area Animal Hospital is the opportunity to spend time with all the dogs and cats in the facility. This role not only aligns with Sasha’s affection for animals but also offers invaluable experiences that nurture a sense of responsibility and care, qualities that are essential in both the veterinary and nursing fields.

Emilia graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin Platteville in 2015. In 2018, she became part of Bay Area Pet Spa & Resort. The opportunity to collaborate and interact with her co-workers is what she enjoys most about work. 

When Emilia is not at work, she sets aside time for relaxing activities such as reading and gardening. She shares her home with rescue cats named Shelby, Willow, and Levi. All three of them love cozying up and taking space on her bed. 

Savannah started working for Bay Area Pet Spa & Resort in 2022. She firmly believes that the best part of her job is all the time she gets to spend with animals. 

Savannah loves the outdoors especially when spent with family. She has opened her doors to several types of animals. She has a “couch potato” Yorkie mix named Turbo and two outdoorsy labs named Hazel and Cooter. Harold, Sweet Pea and Reggie are her cats who love sunbathing and attacking her feet. Savannah also owns three chinchillas named Blue, Eeyore and Snoopy. On top of that, she also takes care of her rabbits, Fuz and Bandit.