Meet Our Veterinary Team
Dedicated to exceptional care for pets and the people who love them.
Compassionate, Experienced, and Always Here for You
We believe that quality veterinary care starts with a compassionate and knowledgeable team. From our veterinarians to our technicians, each team member brings their unique expertise, dedication, and heart to every patient they serve. Whether you’re here for a routine exam or urgent veterinary care, you can trust that your pet is in capable, caring hands.
We proudly serve pet owners in Blaine, MN, and the greater Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area, offering advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, wellness care, and more — all delivered by people who treat your pets like their own.
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Jay Epping
Owner / DVM
Dr. Jay Epping graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001 and has been practicing at both the Blaine Area Pet Hospital and Coon Rapids Pet Hospital since then. His special interests include orthopedics and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Epping currently does veterinary-related consulting for such shows as Minnesota Bound and The History Channel’s Monster Quest. Outside of the office, if Dr. Epping isn’t fishing, he’s probably going fishing. He has two dogs, both Pudelpointers, Monte and Drax.
Dr. Patrick Harlan
Dr. Patrick Harlan graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2016 and started practicing in Southern California where he cultivated strengths in surgery and internal medicine. In 2021, he moved to the Twin Cities area with his wife and Minnesota-native, Hannah, whom he graduated with from veterinary school. They live in Plymouth with their chihuahua, Felix and their black cat, Loki. In his spare time Dr. Harlan likes to work with his hands; so you may find him in the pantry making artisanal dough for pizza or baguettes, or out in the yard tending to the garden & landscape. Despite all that he always finds an excuse to keep up his passion for film & cinema by lounging with his family for movie marathons.
Our Veterinary Technicians
Genna T.
Veterinary Technician
Genna started at our sister clinic, Blaine Area Pet Hospital, in 2019 as a receptionist and eventually trained as a technician. She came over to Coon Rapids in November of 2020. She has been in the veterinary field off and on since 2004 in various clinics, boarding, and grooming facilities. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her son and her two cats, Eli and Oscar.
Sienna F.
Veterinary Technician
Sienna has been a practicing Veterinary Technician since 2020. She has two cats named Norman Bates and Enola Anne. She loves giving clients and patients the best experience and service while at our clinic. In her free time, she loves photography, hiking, autumn activities, and spending time with friends and family.
Krystal B.
Veterinary Technician
Krystal has been a practicing Veterinary Technician since 2018. She has one dog named Lilo, a cat named Meeko, and a bearded dragon named Mushu. In warmer months, you will find her on the water, either paddleboarding or swimming. In winter months, she prefers to be inside painting, unless ice skating is an option.
Wendy N.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Wendy has been a Certified Veterinary Technician since 2011. She has two cats: Orchid and Yankee. Her favorite part of the job is anything involving phlebotomy procedures. In her spare time, she enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and playing her favorite games: cribbage and jigsaw puzzles.
Martina
Office Manager / Veterinary Technician
Martina has been a practicing Veterinary Technician since graduating from the Medical Institute of MN in 1987. She has rescued many pets over the years, with the most recent being Shaddow, a domestic short hair, and Paws, a mixed pup who was two days old.
Leighton T.
Veterinary Technician
Leighton started as a Veterinary Assistant in 2010 and worked her way up to a technician role. She has two dogs, Harvey and Daisy Mae, and a cat named Dahlia. She loves helping anxious pets feel more comfortable while receiving vet care. In her spare time, you can find her with her pets or friends and family at the dog park or at home.
Our Veterinary Assistants
Sarah B.
Veterinary Assistant
Sarah has been working with animals since the completion of her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of MN — Duluth in 2023. She has a dog named Sadie. She enjoys meeting and helping clients and patients. In her spare time, she loves photography, swimming, reading, and hiking with Sadie.