Who We Are
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide affordable, quality veterinary care for both companion and production animals, serving with honesty, integrity, and genuine care for our clients, patients and community. We are dedicated to building lasting relationships with our clients and their animals by upholding biblical principles of compassion, stewardship, and honesty in every aspect of our business.
About Dr. Dawson LaBorde
Owner and Veterinarian
I grew up on a farm just outside Pierz, Minnesota, where being surrounded by animals and hands-on work sparked an early love for veterinary medicine. I was homeschooled through high school and graduated in 2014. That same year, I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Thomas Edison State University. I went on to study at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, where I earned my DVM in 2019. Since then, I’ve been practicing in central Minnesota, serving both rural and urban communities.
With a strong foundation in mixed animal medicine, I care for a wide range of patients—from household pets to livestock and everything in between. In addition to general practice, I spent three years working as a relief emergency veterinarian at BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital in St. Cloud. That experience deepened my skills in critical care, urgent cases, and surgery. Whether I’m out on a farm call or seeing pets in the clinic, I strive to offer practical solutions, clear communication, and compassionate care to people and their animals.
Outside of veterinary medicine, I enjoy a life rooted in the outdoors and family and faith. I spend my free time in the outdoors, refereeing hockey, and working with my family on our beefalo farm. I’m also an active member and volunteer at our local church. Most of all, I value time with my wife, our children, and our dogs. Whether I’m tending a bonsai tree, tinkering on a car, or hiking through Minnesota’s woods, I’m always learning something new—and always looking for ways to serve where I’m needed.
Veterinary Technician
Ashlyn Monson-Kalway
Ashlyn grew up in the Buckman, MN area surrounded by horses, cattle, dogs, and cats, which helped spark her lifelong passion for animal care. She graduated from the University of Minnesota Crookston with a BS in Animal Science and a minor in Agricultural Business, and has been working as a veterinary technician since the spring of 2020. Now living back in Buckman with her husband, five dogs, and a chinchilla, she brings sincere dedication to every patient she meets. Ashlyn has a natural way of putting animals at ease and consistently strives to provide exceptional care while ensuring clients feel supported and informed.
Future Plans
We are a small practice in the process of preparing our physical clinic location for opening. Construction and setup are underway, and this new space will allow us to significantly expand the care we can offer. Our plans include improved surgical, medical, and diagnostic capabilities for companion animals, along with eventually transitioning to a full-time schedule of five to six days per week.
We will provide updates as progress continues and will announce our official opening date as soon as everything is ready. Thank you for your patience and support as we work to create a space that serves our clients and their animals well.