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Animal Wellness Center,

Waukesha

S31W28883 Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189

262-968-2639

Hours

Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. - noon, 1 – 5 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

Advanced surgical and diagnostic capabilities on-site

Urgent care visits supported

Equipped to handle complex cases without the need for outside referral in most situations

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Services

When something feels off with your pet, you shouldn’t have to wait weeks for answers. Our Waukesha team is built for accessibility, with convenient scheduling and the experience to give you answers quickly.

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Wellness Exams.

Vaccinations.

Titer Testing.

In-House Diagnostics.

Digital Radiology.

Diagnostic Ultrasound.

Dental Care.

Surgical Services.

Specialty Services

Our Waukesha location offers advanced surgical services, including a range of orthopedic procedures. We frequently perform TTA and TPLO surgeries, two of the most common and effective treatments for canine knee injuries.

What Pet Owners are Saying

5.0 rating
Dr. Angie, Dr. Darren and the staff are so kind and gentle with our two grown pups. They are patient and understanding working hard to establish and maintain a great relationship with our pups as they provide care.
Shen S.
5.0 rating
They have been like family to our dogs. The team's passion for animals and genuine care shine through in every visit. Their friendly and compassionate approach goes beyond just veterinary care, it feels like our pets are visiting friends. We highly recommend this wonderful team for their warm and heartfelt approach to pet well-being.
Waiman C.
5.0 rating
Best place ever! I used to see two of the vets when they were in West Allis. They moved out here, and coincidently so did I. The front desk were wonderful!!! They were kind and compassionate. Very professional.
Jeanne H.
5.0 rating
Our first experience was with Dr. Blessing when we had to put our big baby down due to health. She sat with me on the floor and gave amazing support. She and the other docs have since been caring for our other 2 dogs. Our boxer was diagnosed with mast cell tumors. Dr. Blessing kept me informed throughout her surgery. I cannot say enough about this vets office.
Shelly K.
5.0 rating
Dr. Darren Lippmann is a compassionate, empathetic, and knowledgeable vet. He communicates well, letting you know your options and outcomes when a tough decision must be made. I have had him care for 5 of my cats and I have no worries, knowing they are in good hands.
Amanda
5.0 rating
Dr. Blessing and her staff are amazing! Super friendly, accommodating and treat your pet like its their own! Highly recommend both Waukesha and Oak Creek facilities
Eric C.

Advanced Veterinary Care With Expanded Surgical Capabilities

When your pet needs surgery, clarity and confidence matter just as much as capability.

AWC Waukesha is home to our most advanced surgical services, including TTA and TPLO procedures for common knee injuries in dogs.

Here, you don’t have to choose between expertise and a team you know. We’re independently owned, relationship-driven, and committed to guiding you through every step, from diagnosis to recovery.

What Makes This Location Different

Advanced Care, Close to Home

Orthopedic procedures and diagnostic capabilities that often require referral clinics, available right here in Waukesha.

Clear, Guided Decision-Making

We explain your options in plain language so you can feel confident about every step.

Continuity from Start to Finish

From diagnosis to surgery to recovery, your care stays with one team who knows your pet.

Your Waukesha Care Team

Our Waukesha team combines advanced surgical expertise with the kind of relationship-driven care that keeps clients coming back year after year. Here’s who you’ll meet.

Dr. Borsdorf

Partner & Veterinarian

Known For:

Combining surgical precision with genuine connection, and meeting every pet and family exactly where they are

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

Growing up on a farm instilled in me a love of all animals and a desire to see them cared for. My education imparted a love for science and a desire to understand how the body works, what causes it to break, and subsequently, how to fix it!

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

I love seeing the genuine joy on owners’ faces when they come in with their new pet, whether it’s a puppy, or a senior adoption. The reward of seeing a pet that was very sick wag their tail or purr their way out to the car after a recheck exam that gave them a clean bill of health. The hardest but also most genuine aspect of veterinary medicine can also be a joy, and that is witnessing the outpouring of a lifetime of love as we help ease a pet’s passing, knowing that every tear shed is a small fraction of the love that was shared over that pet’s lifetime.

Special areas of interest?

Cranial Cruciate surgery (ACL injuries) in dogs has become my primary area of interest/focus over the past several years, motivating me to seek out additional training and expertise in how best to provide care for these injuries. I also have a special interest in emergency medicine, having worked at ER and provided relief support for the local emergency clinics.

Anything else you’d like clients to know?

I am truly invested in ensuring that your pet receives the absolute best care that we can provide. Veterinary care is a team sport. On that team, I am the options guy, you (the pet owner) are the decision maker. The options I provide are what I feel are in the best interest of your pet’s health and providing them an expedient recovery. It is also important that people know that I will never make a recommendation for a patient that I would not be willing to do for my own pets in the same situation.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

I love that we are a small privately owned group that has the benefit of being able to scale. We have access to the brainpower of doctors from all different backgrounds and experience levels which helps us to ensure that the medicine we practice at any one of our locations adheres only to the highest standard of care!

Dr. Lippmann

Associate Veterinarian

Known For:

Taking the time to truly listen, especially when families need guidance most

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

I have always wanted to be a veterinarian since I can remember. I grew up on a hobby farm and was constantly bringing home critters.

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

I truly enjoy being there for owners and pets in their time of need.

Special areas of interest?

I have a specialist interest in helping owners and patients through hospice and end of life care.

Your approach to anxious pets or first-time owners?

Taking my time when needed. Sitting and listening to both owners and to their beloved pets.

Anything else you’d like clients to know?

I am a husband and father of three wonderful boys. My family is very important to me.

Kayla C.

Veterinary Assistant

Known For:

Creating a calm, comfortable experience for both pets and their people

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

Being an advocate for animals.

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

I enjoy educating pet parents on how to better take care of their pets and helping owners understand why we recommend the care we do.

Your approach to anxious pets or first-time owners?

My approach is to create a calm and comfortable environment for both the pet and the owner. With anxious pets, I like to get down on the floor so I’m at their level and let them come to me at their own pace. This helps build trust and reduces fear. With first-time pet owners, I like to start with small conversation and ask how they’re doing. I believe people want to feel heard and important, and when they feel comfortable, it helps build trust and makes the visit better for both them and their pet. 🐾

One thing you wish every pet owner knew?

As pets age, it’s common for owners to assume that slowing down is simply part of getting older. However, changes in activity, mobility, or behavior can often mean a pet is experiencing pain or discomfort. Aging pets don’t need less care, they usually need more. With the right treatments and support, we can help them stay comfortable and active.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

I love the team and support you get!

Haley L.

Veterinary Assistant

Known For:

Going slow, explaining thoroughly, and making room for every question

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

How passionate people are about their fur babies.

Special areas of interest?

Dentistry.

Your approach to anxious pets or first-time owners?

Going slow with the animal and lots of pets, and making sure to over explain everything, so an owner feels comfortable enough to continue asking questions as they feel necessary.

Pets of your own?

1 dog. He is a chihuahua/pug mix named Obi Pug Kenobi. His talents include rolling around and yelling at people.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

The vibe everyone brings.

Eli K.

Veterinary Assistant

Known For:

Reading body language well and never passing up a chance to use a microscope

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

I love the unconditional love that pets give us and that we give in return.

Special areas of interest?

I really like laboratory work, I love an excuse to look at something under a microscope.

Your approach to anxious pets or first-time owners?

Every pet’s anxiety is a little different and you can usually tell how to approach them based on their body language. By reading their body language I try to help them in the best way I can while keeping them as comfortable as I can.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

It is like working with family. We are all very close and when someone is not present you can feel their presence is missing. It is clear how much we all care about each other and our pets.

Anything else you’d like clients to know?

I am currently in school and will hopefully get my CVT license soon.

Mercedes B.

Client Service Representative

Known For:

Taking the time to make things feel less overwhelming and much more understandable

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

Getting to know everyone. Seeing familiar faces, and hearing new stories. Being able to truly connect with everyone.

Your approach to anxious pets or first-time owners?

Taking my time, there’s no need to rush. I don’t like going to the Doctor, but at least I can talk to mine. Pets can’t tell us what’s wrong, and we can’t explain to them why they are at the clinic. We can make everything smoother and more calm by being patient. I like to be transparent with new pet owners. And never worry about asking questions, we are here to help you!

Pets of your own?

Of course! Currently I have two cats. Stark, named after Tony Stark/Iron Man, is the eldest. He’s just a big ol’ cuddle bug, but he always has a nonchalant attitude. But he has many opinions about going to the vet. Karlach, named after a character in the video game Baldur’s Gate 3, is the youngest. She will never leave me unattended, and will follow me around my home. She loves love, but is not a big fan of being held.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

Besides obviously seeing all the pets that come in, I love working with my team. We have such different personalities that just harmonize together. Working with them every day is amazing, and I’m lucky to have a supportive and compassionate team.

Outside of work?

I enjoy a number of things from playing video games to going on hikes. I love seeing new movies, but I typically don’t stray too far from my comfort TV shows. But most of all I enjoy being a homebody with my whole household.

Raquel L.

Client Service Representative

Known For:

Making both pets and their people feel heard, safe, and supported

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

What inspires me most is that every day I get to be a voice for a patient who can’t speak for themselves, while also building trust with the people who care about them the most. That balance of medicine, empathy, and problem solving is what drew me to veterinary medicine and keeps me passionate about it.

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

I think what I enjoy most is the combination of personalities both the pets and their families. Every animal that walks through the door is completely different. You might meet a confident dog who thinks the clinic is his personal social event, a cat who strongly disagrees with being there, or a nervous pet that just needs a little patience and kindness to feel safe. I really enjoy taking the time to understand those personalities and helping them feel more comfortable.At the same time, I love connecting with the owners. For most people, their pet is family, so being able to reassure them, educate them, and sometimes even celebrate good health with them makes the work really meaningful. There’s something really special about seeing the relief on an owner’s face when their pet is okay.

Special areas of interest?

I’m really interested in learning more about animal behavior and low-stress handling techniques. I think understanding how pets communicate through their body language is incredibly important, especially when they’re anxious or in an unfamiliar environment. I’m also very interested in preventative care and client education.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

What I really like about working here is that everyone is allowed to have a voice. It creates an environment where people feel comfortable sharing ideas, asking questions, and supporting each other.

One thing you wish every pet owner knew?

One thing I wish every pet owner knew is how important the small, everyday observations are. Pets can’t tell us when something feels off, so changes in things like appetite, energy level, behavior, or even bathroom habits can be some of the earliest signs that something isn’t right.

Julia G.

Client Services Representative & Veterinary Assistant

Known For:

Building relationships while steadily working toward her long-term goal of finishing veterinary school

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

It’s been a life long goal of mine to go to vet school, and I’m slowly making my way there.

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

Building relationships with them.

Special areas of interest?

Large animal medicine.

Pets of your own?

"I have an almost 6 year old Shipoo named Cocoa and a 6 month old guinea pig named Scooter."

What do you love most about working at AWC?

My team ❤️

Ashley S.

Veterinary Assistant

Known For:

Being happiest around animals, whether she’s loving on them or keeping things spotless

What inspired you to pursue veterinary medicine (or your field)?

My love for animals.

What do you enjoy most about working with pets and their families?

Seeing all of the cute animals and giving them love.

Special areas of interest?

Small animals.

Pets of your own?

2 cats Millie and Sassy. They love to cuddle and they love treats and pets. A Shih Tzu Pomeranian named Giannis which loves to go on walks and loves his toys.

What do you love most about working at AWC?

I love the people I work with.