Our TECHNICIANS:

Brittany Schultz, CVT

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Brittany has been with Waunakee Veterinary Clinic since 2004 starting as a Veterinary Assistant.  She graduated from Madison Area Technical College in 2006 with a degree in Veterinary Technology.  She is a member of the Wisconsin Veterinary Technician Association and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America.  Her interests are in surgery and anesthesia.  

Brittany was born in Richland Center and grew up on her family's dairy farm.  She has always had a passion for working and caring for animals from cats to cows.  She currently calls Waunakee home where she lives with her husband James and the bosses of the house, her cats Budda and Belly.  When not working, she enjoys spending time outdoors, going to truck and tractor pulls, watching bull riding and playing with baby calves. Brittany and her husband have a young daughter at home (who all the staff love), named Ellye. 

Rael Gilmore, CVT 

Rael graduated from MATC in 2009 with a degree in Veterinary Technology.  She joined Waunakee Veterinary Clinic in May 2011 and is excited to be part of the team.  Her job interests are in lab work and surgery.

Rael was born in California, but grew up in Wisconsin and now lives in north Madison.  She grew up with dachshunds and now shares her life with her wonderful husband, Aaron and their two feline children: Lilly and Vinnie.  While not working, Rael enjoys listening to music, watching trashy TV shows, and cooking. 

Kim Sweno, CVT

Kim graduated in 2014 from UW River Falls with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science with a Vet Tech Emphasis and an Associates Degree from MATC in Veterinary Technology.  She became a part of the Waunakee Veterinary Clinic in August of 2016 and is thrilled to be a part of the team. Her professional interests include surgery and anesthesia.

Kim was born and raised in Waunakee, where she currently lives with her boyfriend Trevor and roommates (aka her parents). She has always had a love and connection for all animals, but most especially dachshunds. She has three miniature dachshunds at home Riley, Marley, and Ebony. In her free time she enjoys reading, playing soccer, and spending time outside.

Zach Zimbal, CVT

Zach graduated in 2014 from Madison College's Veterinary Technician program. Zach has been working in the veterinary field for 7 years.  He joined the Waunakee Veterinary Clinic in August of 2017 after settling down in the Madison area.

Zach was born and raised in Sheboygan Falls and later moved to Madison to attend school.  Growing up, Zach spent time caring for the family cats, dogs, and mink.  Zach currently has a Pembroke Welsch Corgi named Douglas.  Currently, Zach and his girlfriend Jolene are dog foster parents for a local shelter.  Aside from spending most of his free time with dogs, he enjoys watching Indy racing, video games and enjoying the outdoors. 

Haley Hellenbrand, CVT