ABOUT
Our Practice
A premier veterinary clinic serving Central, Northern, and Western Illinois.
McKenna Veterinary Services was established in July 1997. We built a new clinic in Lowpoint in 1999 which was devastated by a fire in 2003. We rebuilt from the ground up and emerged better thanks to our loyal clients.
Our mission at McKenna Veterinary Services is simple, we treat every animal as if it were our own.
We pride ourselves on providing outstanding veterinary care by staying informed of relevant advances in veterinary medicine. We provide the best comprehensive medical care for animals, keeping in mind the needs of the animal and the client. We work hard to maintain a staff that works as a team to strengthen the invaluable bond that exists between an animal and its caregiver.
Most importantly, we prepare and utilize our team so that clients receive the best education regarding how to keep their pets happy and healthy.
Our Staff
Dr. Tom McKenna
“I take pride in that I treat animals large and small like they are my own.”
Doc grew up in on a small family farm in Northern Illinois. He went to University of Wisconsin-Platteville for undergraduate and graduated from University of Illinois School of Veterinary Medicine in 1997.
Dr. McKenna enjoys small and large animals equally and savors the challenges both present.
He enjoys farming, raising cattle, and cycling. He also spends his free time with family, playing pickleball, and snowmobiling.
Dr. Kelli Koetters
Dr. K graduated from the University of Illinois with a BS in Animal Science, then Quincy University with a Chemistry BA, and in 2009, graduated Western University of Health Sciences with a DVM.
Dr. K has worked in a veterinary clinic since she was 16. She has worked in all capacities from kennel cleaning, to receptionist, and also veterinary assistant.
As a veterinarian, Dr. K has practiced in equine ambulatory, corporate & private practices, and shelters & humane societies. Her preference is in mobile and feline medicine with a decided bias towards cat shelter medicine.
Dr. K said, “I am happy to have found McKenna Veterinary Services for the amazing staff and clients met so far, and the opportunity for exciting experiences.”
Holly
Holly has worked at McKenna Veterinary Service since August of 1998. Holly is the office manager, working in all aspects of the veterinary office.
Holly grew up in the Washburn area. She and her husband Brent live on his family farm outside of Washburn where they raised two daughters, Corry and Samantha.
She enjoys visiting and getting to know all of our clients and watching families grow. But mostly she loves that they entrust us to take care of their valued four-legged family members.
Gay Lynne
Gay Lynne has worked for McKenna Veterinary Service since November, 2003. She is the friendly face you see at the front desk, answering the phone, scheduling appointments, and much, much more.
Gay Lynne was born and raised in Roanoke. She married the love of her life, Dave, and has two daughters Alyssa and Carrie. Gay has one grandson, River, and she loves spending her spare time with him. Gay’s hobbies include sewing, camping and riding her horse. Gay has one dog, Dallas, a miniature Australian Shepherd.
Paulie
Paul Quiram was born and raised in the Benson area. Paulie is usually driving the semi from spot to spot but can also be seen around McKenna doing maintenance or running things at the farm. Paulie is an all-around nice guy!
Sheri
Sheri Jackson Stange is our Vet Technician. Sheri grew up in rural Bradford, IL and graduated from the Parkland College Veterinary Technician Program in 2002. She now resides in the Washburn area with her husband and two children. Their pets include a dog named Oliver and 2 sheep; Fluffy and Bella. Sheri transitions between the small and large animal sides of the clinic. In her free time Sheri enjoys baking, gardening, and spending time with her family.
Kayelyn
Kayelyn Claning is our vet assistant. She has worked for McKenna vet since April 2021. Kayelyn was born in Toluca but raised in Washburn where she resides. She is attending Penn Foster online Vet tech school. Kayelyn is one of seven children. In her free time, she loves to go fishing and spend her time outdoors or hanging with family and friends.
Kayelyn says her favorite thing about working for McKenna Vet is meeting all the fur babies!
Cassie
Cassie lives on a farm in rural Magnolia with her husband Chris, 2 dogs Mea and Jethro and their cat Jim Bob. They have 3 children Krista, Matt and Myranda, 3 grand dogs and 5 grandchildren.
Cassie retired from the US Post Office. She works for us part time. She owns and runs the Pizza Shed outside Lake Wildwood in Varna, so in her spare time you will find her making pizzas!
“in-house therapist” (AKA our office Red Labrador)
Ruby
Ruby loves to greet everyone that walks through the door. Her highlights of the day are when kids come to visit and when UPS brings her treats.
Ruby likes to play with puppies when they come in and help with socialization skills. She also helps mend broken hearts and likes to put a smile on the many faces that walk through the door.
Ruby has been with McKenna Veterinary Service since November, 2017.
We now have an online store. This means that we can continue to supply you with quality products sourced directly from the manufacturer and have them shipped right to your front door with no shipping charges.*
*Free standard shipping applies to all orders over $38.
