Our Veterinarians

Dr. Mike Hotchkiss

Owner, Veterinarian

As far back as he can remember, Dr. Mike always loved science. While in high school, he was trying to think of a career choice that would allow him to stay firmly attached to his science-based roots while letting him stay in close touch with animals. Veterinary medicine was the perfect combination!
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Dr. Jennifer Carroll Wieners

Associate Veterinarian

Ever since she was a little girl, Dr. Jennifer loved learning about animals. Her strongest desire was to keep them happy and healthy! Becoming a veterinarian was the best way to combine her passion for animal care with her craving for continued learning.
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Dr. Nicole Long

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Nicole has wanted to become a veterinarian since she job shadowed here at the Janesville Veterinary Clinic for an 8th grade project. She later returned as an Assistant which confirmed she had found her career path.
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Dr. Victoria O’Toole

Associate Veterinarian

A passion for wildlife rehabilitation led Dr. Victoria to Veterinary Medicine. The desire to want to know more about the illnesses animals experience and how to treat them continued to drive her interest. She has always loved animals and enjoys working with families to provide the best health care to all pets.
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Dr. Alli Uphill

Veterinarian

Dr. Alli says, "I really enjoy piecing through the behavioral puzzles of my troubled dog patients. It can be incredibly rewarding to work carefully through each problem--to be their voice and come out with success on the other side."Dr. Alli lives with her husband and two boys (and furry pets too!). In her free time, she loves waterskiing!
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Dr. Mike Hotchkiss

Born in Milwaukee, Dr. Mike spent most of his childhood growing up in East Troy, Wisconsin. His very first job was delivering the Janesville Gazette in East Troy! During high school and college, Dr. Mike shadowed a few veterinarians, which only confirmed his desire to become one himself. His first veterinary job was right here at Janesville Veterinary Clinic, where he started as an Assistant. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine in May of 2002, he was hired on as a full-time veterinarian. Dr. Mike purchased the clinic from its previous owner, Dr. William Hicks, in November of 2010.
Dr. Mike especially enjoys working with exotic animals like birds, rodents, and reptiles. He even spent a year doing wildlife rehabilitation at the Wisconsin Humane Society in Milwaukee! The unique challenge these creatures present is appealing to him. Surgery is another main area of interest for him—seeing a pet recover quickly and bring a smile to their owner’s face is quite the reward!

Dr. Mike has been married to his high-school sweetheart, Sarah, for many happy years. They have two children together: Sydney and Owen. Both kids share Dr. Mike’s passion for animals, and demonstrate it regularly with the family cats, Milo, Charlie, and Flower.

Though it’s hard to fit in between work and family life, Dr. Mike loves staying active. He likes to play sports, mountain biking and hiking. He has also completed the Tough Mudder the last two years! Dr. Mike is also equally happy relaxing with a good movie or playing poker.

Dr. Jennifer Carroll Wieners

Dr. Jennifer was born in Wisconsin but grew up in Dubuque, Iowa. She attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, majoring in biology and minoring in music. She then moved to Ames, Iowa to attend veterinary school at Iowa State University. Upon graduation in 2005, she moved to Janesville but commuted to clinics in Rockford, Illinois. In February of 2014, she began here at Janesville Veterinary Clinic.
Pediatric appointments are some of Dr. Jennifer’s favorite parts of veterinary medicine. She loves being able to help a new pet owner discover the best possible way to care for their furry family member so that the lifetime bond can be as special and strong as possible. Dr. Jennifer also has a special passion for end-of-life care.

Dr. Jennifer lives with her husband, their son (age 4), and two pets. Trapper John is a very large but tender-hearted Spinoni Italiano, and Arwen is a long-haired Calico cat.

When she has time outside of work, Dr. Jennifer loves to camp, hike, travel, and enjoy the great outdoors with her family. She also hopes to join a local symphony orchestra soon; some of her fondest memories are of playing her cello in orchestras during college and making great friends!

Dr. Nicole Long

She received her biology degree and chemistry minor at the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse and went to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine in the fall of 2012.
Dr. Nicole has a passion for helping animals with skin allergies. Veterinary medicine has come a long way with new medications and treatments to help these itchy patients. Giving an itchy dog relief is very rewarding.

Dr. Nicole is from Edgerton, Wisconsin and loved growing up outside in the country with her older brother and cousins. She moved back to Edgerton in May, 2016 and returned to the Janesville Veterinary Clinic as a veterinarian in June, 2016. She enjoys spending time with her family, and her dog, Remi. Remi is a goofy poodle/keeshond mix who was diagnosed with cancer in the beginning of 2016 but has been in remission since April, 2016! During the summer, she loves playing sand volleyball and having campfires with her friends.

Dr. Victoria O’Toole

Dr. Victoria earned her bachelor’s degree from University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, where she majored in biology and minored in chemistry, applied math and captive wildlife. She attended veterinary school at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Massachusetts. After graduation, she worked at an emergency clinic in Michigan before returning home to Wisconsin.

Dr. Victoria has strong interests in cardiology and diagnostic imaging. Although managing heart disease can be challenging, many times the right treatment combination can help provide more precious time with beloved pets. She also loves imaging and being able to get a glimpse inside the body with xray or ultrasound.

At home, Dr. Victoria keeps busy with her husband, Tyler and son, Brantley. They have 2 cats, Claire and Gemma. When possible, family time is spent outdoors – going to the park, bike riding or playing outside. In her spare time, she likes puzzles, reading and cross-stitching.

Dr. Alli Uphill

Dr. Alli says, “I really enjoy piecing through the behavioral puzzles of my troubled dog patients. It can be incredibly rewarding to work carefully through each problem–to be their voice and come out with success on the other side.”

Dr. Alli lives with her husband and two boys (and furry pets too!). In her free time, she loves waterskiing!

Our Veterinarians