Meet Our Staff

Dr. Ptak graduated from the University of Minnesota, Morris in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology.  She went on to pursue her veterinary degree at the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine, and graduated in 2009.  Dr. Ptak began her career at the Barnesville Animal Clinic in June of 2009.  In July of 2013, she became the sole owner of the practice and moved the clinic to its current location.  

Dr. Ptak’s professional interests include dermatology and dentistry.  When she isn't at work, she stays busy with her husband, two kids, and two Brittanys, Hannah and Chip.  She enjoys running with Hannah to help clear her mind, and it helps keep Hannah out of trouble.  She has run 4 half marathons and plans to add to that number in the future.  The family enjoys trying to help pollinators by having a pollinator garden at home, and by beekeeping.

Dr. Ziebarth attended the University of Minnesota, Morris campus and graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology.  She graduated in 2013 from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine with her veterinary degree. She is full time at the Barnesville Animal Clinic.

Dr. Ziebarth loves spending time with her kids. She also enjoys walking and exploring with her dog, Waffles. In her free time, Dr.Ziebarth likes to spend time outdoors all year round doing fun and various activities!

Amanda began working at the Barnesville Animal Clinic through her externship in 2012.  Soon after she became a permanent employee in 2013.  Amanda graduated from the veterinary technician program in 2013 from the Minnesota  School of Business. Amanda’s interests include dentistry, lab work, and canine large breed behavior.  

Amanda lives by Pelican Rapids with her boyfriend Tanner. Amanda also has 4 pets at home. She has a Golden Retriever named Kinnley and a Goldendoodle named Tillie. In her spare time, Amanda enjoys the outdoors by hunting, fishing, and gardening. She also loves cooking and watching movies she’s never seen before.

Bethany started her technician career after graduating from NDSU Veterinary Technology Program in 2005.  She began working at the Barnesville Animal Clinic in 2010.  Along with her technician duties, Bethany really enjoys monitoring the inventory.  

Bethany has many hobbies.  She enjoys riding her horses, camping, gardening, reading, and enjoys her time on her farm.   Her 2 children and husband are very active on the farm as well. They take care of several horses, 2 donkeys, cattle, and 6 cats.

Mariah graduated from the NDSU Veterinary Technology program in 2016 and became licensed in 2017.  She interned and worked at Valley Animal Hospital in Thief River Falls before starting here.   Mariah’s interest includes working in the lab, especially performing cytologies.  She enjoys dentistry and mathematics.  

Mariah currently lives in Moorhead with her husband, Lyle, and their dog, Pippin, who is a Boston Terrier/Pug mix! Outside of work, she loves movies, sports, flipping houses, and playing in the Baroque Nerds band with her husband.

Crystal graduated the NDSU Veterinary Technology program in 2007.She currently lives in Fargo with her dalmatian Bailey and her Bengal cat, Fallon. She loves to spoil Bailey with pup cups from Starbucks every morning before work! You may see Bailey's sweet little face in the front office. 

Whenever she's not here working, she will dog sit and work at Home Away from Home. Her favorite treats are an oreo blizzards and iced coffee. Crystal's favorite part of the job is shaving/cleaning up hot spots and plucking ear hair!

Jessica graduated the Veterinary Technology program at NDSU in 2016 and became licensed shortly after. She has worked at various clinic around the fargo/moorhead area previously to joining Barnesville animal clinic in 2025. Jessica's interests include lab work, client communication, anesthesia, and drawing blood. 

Jessica is orginally from California but  resides in Hawley, MN now with her husband and two kids. She also has a great pyrenees named Datsun. On her free time she loves adventurous activities, traveling, going to the lake, and spending time with family. 

Emily graduated from the NDSU Veterinary Technology program in 2021. She served in the Air National Guard for 7 years. Her favorite parts of the job are lab work and anal gland expressions! 

Emily currently lives in Moorhead with her husband, her identical twins, and their pets. She has a Corgi named Frank, a red Lab named Clifford, a tabby cat named Daisy, and chickens. They also have 2 Guinea pigs!  In her spare time, Emily enjoys the outdoors by camping, hunting, and crafts.

Katelyn has been around and worked with animals her whole life.  She also attended a grooming school in California in 2018. Her favorite part of the job is trying to make the patients as comfortable as possible during appointments, especially puppies/kittens in their first vet appointment. 

Katelyn lives by Sabin with her husband, Joey and has multiple pets at home. She has 7 dogs, chickens, ducks, guineas, peacocks, and 6 goats. In her spare time, Katelyn enjoys the outdoors by kayaking, hunting, and fishing. She also enjoys crafts, home projects and spending time at home with all of her critters. 

Wheels came to us as a surrender; his pelvis was fractured as well as his rear legs. We brought him to the Red River Animal Emergency Clinic for surgery and he has been doing great ever since. Wheels loves saying hi to clients, supporting his furry friends during surgery, and chewing on boxes. He even knows how to "sit" on command!