Meet Our Team
Your pets are part of the family. They greet you at the door, wait for you all day, and trust you to look after them. Our team is here to help you do exactly that, whether it is a routine checkup or an emergency. From our veterinarians and licensed technicians to our assistants, receptionists, and kennel staff, every one of us is here for your animals.

Dr. Whitney Tramp
Owner & Veterinarian
A 2012 graduate of the Iowa State and University of Nebraska 2+2 program, Dr. Tramp joined Companion Animal in 2017 and became the clinic's owner in 2022. She grew up on her family's farm near Elgin, Nebraska, where caring for animals was part of everyday life. She is passionate about preventative and geriatric wellness, keeping pets healthy in the early years and comfortable in their later ones. At home, she and her husband Justin are raising three daughters, Madelyn, Kinsley, and Reagan, alongside two dogs, Wally and Lainey, and three cats, Elsa, Athena, and Simba. In her spare time she enjoys camping, gardening, and woodworking.

Dr. Abby Larson
Veterinarian
Dr. Larson joined Companion Animal in September 2020 and is a 2018 graduate of the UNL and Iowa State 2+2 program. Originally from Tilden, Nebraska, she was glad to return to Northeast Nebraska to practice. She enjoys the variety veterinary medicine offers, with a particular interest in preventative medicine and dermatology. She shares her home with two cats, Captain and Fennec, and enjoys reading and baking outside of work.

Dr. Shalyn Miller
Veterinarian
Dr. Miller joined Companion Animal in September 2024 and is a 2024 graduate of the UNL and Iowa State 2+2 program. She enjoys all aspects of companion animal medicine and is committed to providing compassionate, high quality care. She values building strong relationships with clients and partnering with pet owners to support their pets' long term health and well being.

Dr. Beth Palmer
Veterinarian
Dr. Palmer joined Companion Animal in April 2025 and has been practicing since 2019. She completed specialized training in acupuncture through the Chi Institute and enjoys bringing integrative and holistic care into her work. She takes the time to get to know each patient and client, with a focus on thoughtful, well-rounded care. Outside the clinic, she enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.
Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Dani, LVT

Claire, LVT

Carly, LVT

Eva, LVT

Emily, LVT
Support Team

Lynne

Adrienne

Shelby

Clohee

Breanna

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