New Richmond Veterinary Clinic Staff

Dr. DaKota Tilleraas grew up raising and competing with Labrador Retrievers with her family. She was also raised around cats, horses and cattle sparking a passion for animals. She grew up in Hastings, Minnesota with 2 brothers and a sister. She attended the University of Minnesota Crookston and obtained a degree in animal science with a minor in agriculture business before enrolling at Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

DaKota has a special interest in reproduction, internal medicine and ultrasound. She enjoys working with animals as well as their owners. When she is not at the clinic Dr. Tilleraas enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her Labrador Retriever Rhett and Doberman Sawyer, as well as spending time with her nieces and nephew.

Dr. Amy Siltberg grew up in a small ranching community in the high desert of Prineville, Oregon. She was raised around dogs, cats, and horses from childhood and was very active in 4-H, FFA, high school, and collegiate equestrian teams with her Quarter Horse, Scooter. This helped Amy foster a love of animals and sparked an interest in veterinary medicine from an early age. Amy obtained a degree in animal science with a concentration in equine science at Montana State University before enrolling and graduating from Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

Amy has a special interest in dentistry, surgery, pain management, nutrition, and client education. She hopes to pursue further education and certification in veterinary acupuncture and laser therapy in the future.

When not at the clinic, Dr. Siltberg enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, as well as spending time outside with their animals which including two cats (Popeye and Safira) and her young horse (Tobi).

Niky brings over 13 years of experience to the veterinary field, along with a genuine passion for client service. She believes deeply in providing individualized care, not just for every pet, but for every person who walks through the door. Her goal is always to make clients feel supported, understood, and confident in the care their pets receive.

She graduated from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls with a degree in Art Education, a background that continues to inspire her creativity both in and outside the hospital.

When she’s not managing the busy flow of the practice, you’ll often find Niky enjoying dog sports with her Catahoula, Lovecraft. She’s recently taken up treeing, scent work, and bay pen competitions. She also has a love for all things creative, especially painting, leatherwork, and needle felting.

At home, life is full, and wonderfully so, with four dogs, two cats, three sugar gliders, and even a pufferfish.

Audrey holds an Associate of Applied Science Degree from the Medical Institute of Minnesota. Before joining New Richmond Veterinary Clinic, she gained diverse experience working in a mixed animal practice (both small and large animals), a corporate practice, and a private practice. Her deep love of animals makes veterinary care the perfect career for her. Audrey and her husband, Mike, share their home with three Italian Greyhounds—Fendi, Goose, and Prada—and a cat named Sir Oliver Purrbody (Ollie). Outside of work, she enjoys boating, traveling, and spending time with family. She also teaches agility at the Animal Inn Training School and actively competes in agility and Fastcat events with her Greyhounds. Audrey has competed in trials across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida, and has been invited to the prestigious AKC Agility Invitational in Florida four times. Audrey is excited to get to know the pets and clients at New Richmond Veterinary Clinic and looks forward to continuing her passion for animal care.

Jessica is a Veterinary Assistant with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls.

She is passionate about helping pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for during every visit. Jessica enjoys supporting animals through their healing process and takes pride in creating a calm, positive experience for both pets and their families.

Outside of work, Jessica spends her time with her cat, Iroh, and her boyfriend, Noah. She also enjoys kayaking, reading, and exploring new places. Jessica is planning to apply to veterinary school in the fall.

Courtney is new to the veterinary field but has spent the past five years in the animal science world. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. She takes pride in providing compassionate care to both patients and their owners, always striving to create a comfortable, low-stress environment for everyone involved.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her cat, Nyx, and her dogs, Maggie and Vinny, as well as relaxing with her roommate and listening to music. Before joining the team, she was involved with Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue, where she helped find forever homes for dogs in their care.

Kaitlyn has been in the animal care field for over five years, with experience ranging from reception and technician work to emergency medicine. She studied at the Midwest Institute in Missouri and ultimately found her passion in client communication, where she can combine her knowledge with her love for helping both pets and their people.

She finds the most joy in building relationships with clients and supporting them in any way she can, ensuring both pets and their owners feel heard, cared for, and supported.

Outside of work, Kaitlyn loves spending time outdoors, adventuring with her dog, Woofie, a Catahoula mix who thrives on exploration. A fun fact about Kaitlyn is that she has built a strong bond with Woofie that allows them to go on long float trips together, even sharing a kayak.