meet the team!
Country Animal Clinic Team
Learn more about our amazing veterinarian team below!
Your Local Friendly Veterinarians
At the Country Animal Clinic, our team of highly skilled veterinarians are dedicated to providing the best possible care for your pets and look forward to meeting you and your pet soon!
Dr. Metzger
Dr. Metzger attended UC Davis for his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. And received his Veterinary Degree at the University of Pennsylvania in 1997.
Dr. Locke
Dr. Locke attended Indiana University for her undergrad degree. She received her DVM from Ohio State University. She has been working here at Country Animal Clinic since 2010.
Dr. Birakos
Hi, my name is Ashley Birakos and I’m a DMV at Country Animal Clinic. I went to UC Davis for undergrad and DVM, Graduated in 2022 and I’ve been practicing for eight years in the vet field. I pride myself in clear client communication, compassion and creating a safe/comfortable environment for our clients and patients. When not at work enjoy barrel racing and spending time with my family camping. In my free time I enjoy going to concerts, camping, and cuddling on the couch with my 2 cats.
Julia Rietkerk
Hi! My name is Julia Rietkerk and I’m the RVT & Practice Manager at Country Animal Clinic. I went to Mt. San Antonio College and have been practicing for 12 years. I pride myself in doing what I can to help the patient and client and have the best experience and outcome from their visit with us. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and 3 kids. When I have a free moment to myself, I enjoy riding my horses.
Katie Williams
Hi, my name is Katie Williams and I’m a veterinary technician at the clinic. I’ve been practicing for six years and pride myself in being able to help clients with their best friends care and making pets feel happy and healthy. When not at work I enjoy working with my horses and their foals. I also enjoy breeding and shoeing my dairy goats.
Eden DiGerando
Hi, I’m Eden DiGerando and I’m a CSR at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for one year and went to Chaffey College. I love the process of health care and seeing the patients progress back to health. In my free time I enjoy practicing my baking skills, reading and staying active.
Jourdan Rocha
Hi, my name is Jourdan Rocha and I’m a veterinary technician at the clinic. I’ve been practicing for one year and pride myself in caring for animals, making pets and their humans happy. When not at work I enjoy barrel racing and spending time with my family camping.
Carol Morales
Hi, my name is Carol Morales and I’m a RVT at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for 35 years in the vet field and went to Cal Poly Pomona. I feel satisfied when we all work as a team for the benefit of the patient. In my free time I like to spend time with family and friends. I also enjoy camping, gardening and shopping.
Sheir Rae Reinecker
Hi, my name is Sheir Rae Reinecker and I’m Lead CSR at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for 3 years and went to University of Hawaii, Manoa. I love animals. I am very passionate in providing the best care for all of my patients. I want to make a difference and improve all the lives of people and their pets. Spending time with my son Braeden, Church, going to the gym or anything with animals.
Danielle Wehrman
Hi, my name is Danielle Wehrman and I’m a CSR at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for 1 year and went to California Baptist University. I always wanted to work and help animals. I love every pet as if they were my own. It brings me much happiness knowing I was able to help their pet and send them home healthier. You can always find me at the gym or working out. I love the sun and reading a good book. I also enjoy camping at the lake or river.
Araceli Elia
Hi, my name is Araceli Elias and I’m a Veterinary Technician at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for 22 years. The care for animals is double rewarding for patients and their humans. In my free time I enjoy working out, hiking and spending time with my nieces and nephews.
Nicole Biscaichipy
Hi, my name is Nicole Biscaichipy and I’m a RVT & Manager at Country Animal Clinic. I’ve been practicing for 9 years. I went to Carrington College and I came to the veterinary field to help animals live a long and healthy life! I also enjoy the science behind animal medicine. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my Husband and Son. I also enjoy riding and competing on my cow horse.