Lansing native joins staff at Waukon Veterinary Service


Dr. Monica Wagner, DVM

Waukon Veterinary Service has welcomed a new veterinarian to its staff as of July 9. Dr. Monica Wagner, DVM grew up in rural Lansing and has a strong connection to the area with many friends and family members residing here.

In her high school years, Wagner served as an alternate Dairy Princess for Allamakee County and was involved in milking cows on an organic dairy farm, which was something that sparked her initial interest in veterinary medicine.

During her childhood, Wagner was involved in the care of pets and was familiar with the quality of care provided at Waukon Veterinary Service, making a return to the area for a great career opportunity, a good fit personally and professionally.

Wagner earned an undergraduate degree at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point and a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University. She practiced small animal medicine the last two years at a veterinary clinic in La Crosse, WI before accepting a position at Waukon Veterinary Service. Wagner enjoys working with both small and large animals but her greatest interest is in equine and bovine medicine and dentistry.

Wagner’s typical day is spent half in the office with small animal appointments and the other half visiting farms in the treatment of dairy and beef cattle as well as to provide vaccinations.

In her free time, Wagner enjoys horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, riding a motorcycle with her boyfriend, and spending time with family and friends.