Meet our team

Veterinarian

Dr. Theresa VonAlmen, a proud Northwest Ohio native, has been serving the local community as a veterinarian for nearly a decade. A graduate of the University of Findlay and The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. VonAlmen is now realizing her lifelong dream of opening her animal hospital in Waterville.

As she works tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this vision to life, Dr. VonAlmen is eager to share her journey with you and looks forward to providing the highest quality veterinary care for your furry family members.

When she’s not caring for animals, you can find her enjoying the serene beauty of the Maumee River, where she feels most at home. At home, she’s accompanied by her two Labrador Retrievers—a yellow lab named Dixie, an old soul, and a chocolate lab named Duchess, the mischievous, laughter-inducing member of the family.

Get ready, Waterville—Dr. VonAlmen can’t wait to welcome you and your pets to her new clinic!

Registered Veterinary Technician

Cody Koch, an Ohio native from Sandusky, has been in the veterinary profession since 2016 and became an RVT in 2018. With a degree in Zoology from Kent State, where he also played baseball, Cody is passionate about animal nutrition and behavior. He values WAG for its supportive environment, which allows him to help advise clients on making healthy decisions for their pets. Cody is FearFree certified loves working in a clinic that prioritizes creating a positive atmosphere for both clients and their pets. Outside of work, Cody is the proud owner of three dogs: Cosmo, Lily, and Daisy.

Registered Veterinary Technician

Kylee, a small-town Ohio local, has been working in the veterinary field for four years and officially became a veterinary technician in 2024. Kylee is Fear Free certified and passionate about providing low-stress care. She enjoys the hands-on opportunities WAG gives her to grow and practice her skills as a new technician. Her professional interests include rehabilitation, nutrition, and equine medicine where she’s always looking to expand her knowledge and skills. Outside the clinic, Kylee stays active in her community by volunteering with her local fire department. At home, she shares her life with a full crew of animals including two Labs named Riggs and Rue, a Corgi named Ricky, a horse named Jax, and a donkey named Jenny. In her spare time she loves riding her horse and spending time on the river with her dogs.

Clinical Administrator

Katie Welker, an Ohio native and Clinical Administrator at WAG, is drawn to the business side of veterinary medicine and loves being part of a team that supports the growth of new practices. At WAG, she finds fulfillment in helping the hospital thrive while providing excellent service to clients. Katie’s passion for supporting WAG’s success goes hand in hand with her personal journey of fostering children with her husband, which brings an added layer of compassion and commitment to her role. She appreciates being a part of a team that is focused on both professional growth and fostering a caring community. Katie is also the proud owner of three cats: Meow-Meow, Martin, and Mark.