Compassionate Care for Pets and Their Families
Our Name
B & R Veterinary Clinic is named in honor of Dr. LaVon Hettich's childhood dogs: Bootsie and Reno. Growing up on a family farm in South Dakota, Dr. Hettich always knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Bootsie and Reno sparked her love of animals and inspire our personalized approach to pet care today.
From left to right: LaVon Hettich, Bootsie, and Reno. The dog in the back is her brother's dog Flannigan. October, 1976.
Our Staff
Our staff members come from all walks of life and are united through a shared passion for animals. Keep scrolling to find out more about the incredible individuals who make up the
B & R Veterinary Clinic team.
Dr. LaVon Hettich
Founder, Primary D.V.M.
A native of Java, SD, Dr. LaVon Hettich graduated from South Dakota State University and Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Hettich moved to Madison in 1987 and practiced in the area before founding B & R Veterinary Clinic in 1992. She is the first woman to own her own veterinary clinic in DeForest.
Dr. Hettich's skills include everything from general surgery and diagnostics to dermatology and wellness. With connections to specialists in the Madison area and over 30 years experience practicing veterinary medicine, you can be confident that your beloved pets will receive high quality care.
Pictured with her rescue dogs: Jazz and Hannah
Adam
Office Manager
Along with Dr. Hettich's other children, Adam began working at
B & R Veterinary Clinic soon after learning to walk. Through high school he continued working on the front desk and as a veterinary assistant before obtaining a bachelor's degree from the University of New Orleans. After working at various clinics and schools in Louisiana, Adam is back to serve as the office manager for B & R. You may find him on the front desk, on the phone, or talking about his two cats Rufus and Lacey.
Ashley
Veterinary Technician
I have lived in DeForest my entire life. I’ve known I wanted to do something with animals my entire life but decided on vet tech a few years ago. I am attending Madison College for the vet tech program and am working here for my clinical experience. I plan on graduating in 2024 and then work in a small animal practice such as this one. I have enjoyed my experience here so far. I have 2 dogs named Mario and Schnapps and a leopard gecko named Angel.
Pictured with my dog Mario.