Dr. Soule earned her Bachelor of Science at the University of Notre Dame in 2000. While there, she was actively involved in the marching, concert and jazz bands playing her trumpet. She next went to the University of Minnesota and got her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. Right after graduation, she began work at a clinic in Bloomington. She was there for seven years. She started working for Minnehaha Animal Hospital and Pet Doctors near the end of 2011 and became the new Owner of Minnehaha Animal Hospital in April 2020. Her special interests include feline medicine, soft tissue surgery and internal medicine.
At home, she has two cats Madeline (Maddy) and Rick. In her free time she enjoys listening to and playing music and camping (well really glamping!).
Dr. Jacinda joined the Pet Doctors team in July, 2018. Dr.Jacinda grew up in nearby New Hope and attended St. Olaf College before achieving her veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota. After graduating, she entered private practice and had the opportunity of working with many talented doctors in many states across the U.S. While she enjoyed spending time in different parts of the country, she is thrilled to return to her home state of Minnesota.
Dr. Jacinda’s professional interests include challenging medical cases, particularly the management of endocrine diseases. She also enjoys working with dedicated pet owners to develop the best treatment plan for their furry companions. Dr. Jacinda has a goofy Golden Retriever mix named Gabby, as well as two tabby cats named Jimmy and Mr. Whiskers. While not at work, she enjoys spending time with her two school age children.
Dr. Kevin Thorsgaard joined the team at Minnehaha Animal Hospital & Pet Doctors in February 2013. Kevin grew up in Bloomington, and earned a Biology degree at St. Olaf College in Northfield, where he learned it was possible to combine his interests in science, medicine, and animals into one rewarding career. He attended the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 1990. Since then, working in private practices in the Twin Cities has given him the opportunity to meet thousands of people and help them take care of their special pets.
Kevin enjoys the challenge of solving medical mysteries, providing excellent preventative care, performing a variety of surgical procedures, and working closely with owners to give their pets the happiest, longest life possible.
He enjoys most outdoor activities and travel, especially with his wife of 25+ years, their two children, and Shelties Chip and Diego.
Dr. Feldsien is the founder and owner of Synergy Veterinary Specialists. With more than 20 years of veterinary experience, working as a general practitioner, anesthesiologist, and a surgeon in large University and Referral Hospitals, she realized the benefits of a more direct relationship between Surgeon and Primary Care Veterinarian.
A native of Australia, Dr. Feldsien obtained her Veterinary Degree from Murdoch University in 1997. From the very beginning of her career Dr. Feldsien knew she wanted to be a surgeon, however felt it was important to understand the bigger picture. Her journey began in small animal primary care practice in Australia and the United Kingdom.
Dr Feldsien partners with Pet Doctors to provide our clients and patients personalized care for complex and orthopedic surgeries.
Julia joined our team in 2020. She finished her pre-vet degree at the U of M but after working at Pet Doctors and seeing the different job opportunities she decided to get her degree as a Veterinary Technician. She has finished her Veterinary Technician degree and will take her CVT test in 2023. Even though a “young” technician she has demonstrated a skill level and communication ability that is far above a new graduate. We are excited to promote her to a leadership role!
Julia and our clinic cat, Bruce, really hit it off and he now resides with her. She is also a very “doting” cat and dog Aunt! In what little free time she has, Julia enjoys reading.
Katie joined our team with experience at another veterinary clinic. She is interested in getting a degree in mental health/well being and preventative medicine.
What Katie enjoys most about working in veterinary medicine is creating relationships with clients and patients. What she likes about being on the Pet Doctors team is the welcome she received from all the staff and she is unafraid to be herself with her co-workers.
Katie has a few pets – a dog named Beckham, a cat named Francis, a Bearded Dragon named Rosalie and some fish.
Outside of work she enjoys Matcha, astrology, the color pink and making people laugh!
Photo and Bio coming soon
Photo and Bio coming soon
Emily is one of the first smiling faces that will greet you at Pet Doctors. She began working at our partner clinic, Minnehaha Animal Hospital, in 2015. Prior to this, Emily has held several customer service-related positions and is a long-time volunteer for the Minneapolis Public Schools and local youth hockey and lacrosse organizations. Emily holds degrees in English and Art History from St. Olaf College. She had always been a “cat” person until she added Lucy, a loving Australian Shepherd mix that she found through a rescue group in 2007.
Emily is a lifelong resident of Southwest Minneapolis and resides with her husband and two grown children. When she is not working, she likes to garden, go camping, isten to live music and play any sort of game with her family.
Patti has been in the veterinary profession for over 40 years in a variety of positions and in 2016 was awarded the MN Veterinary Practice Manager of the Year. She received her CVT in 1987 and has worked as a veterinary technician, lead CVT, office manager and practice manager. In 2019 Patti achieved her CVPM certification (of which there are <1000 nationwide). Patti finds great satisfaction in this industry and has spoken to veterinary and technician groups often over the years encouraging them to choose this career. In 1996 Patti rescued her first parrot, Higgins, and that ignited a passion in her that she (and her family!) never anticipated. Her work with parrots took her to Colorado for a period of time but family brought her back to Minnesota in 2012. She is delighted to use her management skills working with the awesome teams at Minnehaha Animal Hospital and Pet Doctors.
She currently shares her home with a flock of 6 parrots, 2 cats and one [very tolerant] husband.
Dr. Soule earned her Bachelor of Science at the University of Notre Dame in 2000. While there, she was actively involved in the marching, concert and jazz bands playing her trumpet. She next went to the University of Minnesota and got her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. Right after graduation, she began work at a clinic in Bloomington. She was there for seven years. She started working for Minnehaha Animal Hospital and Pet Doctors near the end of 2011 and became the new Owner of Minnehaha Animal Hospital in April 2020. Her special interests include feline medicine, soft tissue surgery and internal medicine.
At home, she has two cats Madeline (Maddy) and Rick. In her free time she enjoys listening to and playing music and camping (well really glamping!).
Woody was found on the street. Luckily, someone picked him up and brought him to us. We contacted his owners via his microchip, but they were not in a position to take him back and asked us to find him a new home. During his initial medical exam, his blood work revealed he was hyperthyroid, which is treatable but requires daily medication for the rest of his life.
Our intention was to get him regulated on his meds then find him a good home (we had volunteers!) but he quickly wormed his way into our hearts and has been a fantastic clinic cat. He ignores other pets and stays out of the way of us conducting our business here.
Note the “sneer” look – one of his adorable characteristics is his lack of canine teeth, removed in a previous dental procedure. So he will always have that funny look on his face!