Countryside Animal Hospital
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Contact Information
Trusted Animal Hospital in Waupaca, Wisconsin
At Countryside Animal Hospital, compassionate care comes naturally.
We believe great medicine starts with a cheerful heart. Our small but dedicated team takes pride in treating your pets like family, offering everything from wellness care to surgery with warmth, skill, and a smile. Located in Waupaca and proudly serving the surrounding rural communities, we’re here to support every stage of your pet’s life.
Full-Service Animal Care in Waupaca, Wisconsin
We offer a full range of services to keep your pets happy and healthy—from wellness exams and dental cleanings to surgery, boarding, and more—all delivered with the same friendly, personalized care we’d want for our own animals.
Veterinary Surgery
We provide safe, advanced procedures with compassion and care, ensuring the best outcomes for your pet.
Pet Dental Care
Dental care keeps your pet healthy and helps prevent pain, infection, and long-term health issues.
Preventative Medicine
Our preventative care helps catch issues early, so your pet can enjoy a longer, healthier life by your side.
Boarding
Our comfortable boarding services ensure your pet receives care and plenty of love while you’re away.
Try Our Self-Serve Pet Bathing Room!
Skip the mess at home! Our self-serve bathing room is equipped with everything you need to wash your pet comfortably. It’s a convenient, cost-effective way to keep your pet clean—and it’s available to everyone, no appointment required.
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Meet Our Team
Get to know the friendly faces who care for your pets like their own.
Dr. Heidi Gareau
Veterinarian
Dr. Gareau has over 20 years of experience as a veterinarian and grew up on a dairy farm. She graduated from Michigan State University and enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, especially educating and building relationships with clients to help them make informed decisions. At home, she has three dogs (Walter the Puggle, Stella the Brittany, and Mr. Bruce Pugsworth the Pug), two cats (Twitch and Ms. Pennylane), and a Russian tortoise named Boris. Outside of work, she enjoys skiing, camping, traveling, hiking, playing cards, and spending time with her two sons.
Dr. Kirsten Zellmer
DVM
With nearly 30 years in the field, Dr. Zellmer brings a wealth of experience and a practical, common-sense approach to patient care. She earned her degree from the UW School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison, WI, and focuses on finding the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. She shares her home with an English Cocker Spaniel named Tilly and a cat named Ember. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, hiking, paddleboarding, camping, home projects, and weeding.