About
We are a small team of passionate veterinary professionals with a strong love for whole well-being of all our patients.
About Us
Michiana Animal Rehabilitation Services is composed of a small team of passionate veterinary professionals with a strong love for the physical and mental well-being of all our patients. We offer physical rehabilitation services in order to increase the quality of life for your pet. Whether that be aiding in recovery from surgery, managing pain or loss of strength or mobility. For the canine athlete in your life, we offer strength and conditioning programs to help increase their performance while decreasing risk of injury. We will work closely with pet parents and their primary veterinarian to help improve each pet’s life as best we can.
Our Mission
Our mission is to strengthen the human animal bond through the physical wellbeing of both you and your pet. We will strive to offer the most up-to-date rehabilitative care by staying abreast of the most recent advancements in our field, to support and educate our pet parents, and advocate for the animals trusted in our care.
We aim to treat our patients as though they are our own pets, and to treat our clients as though they are a part of our family.
We will achieve this by providing the highest quality of rehabilitative care to our patients, superior service to our clients and community, and a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone in an atmosphere filled with compassion, honesty, and respect.
Sara Granberg
DVM, CCRP
Dr. Sara Granberg is a 2002 graduate from the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine, and a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. Her interest in animal rehabilitation stemmed from some of her personal interests outside of work.
Amber Sheppard
DVM, CVMA
Amber Sheppard, DVM, cVMA, is a 2013 graduate of Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine and earned her undergraduate degree from Ball State University in 2009. She has been with MARS since its opening and has worked at our sister clinic, Middlebury Animal Clinic, for over a decade. In 2019, she became certified in veterinary acupuncture through CuraCore.
Lauren Bueter
BS, RVT, CCRP, CCMT
Lauren Bueter comes to us with lots of experience in veterinary medicine. Lauren graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014 with a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology. Lauren became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) through the University of Tennessee in 2021, a Certified Canine Manual therapist (CCMT) through North Carolina State University in 2024 and is an Elite Fear Free Professional.
Caitlin Obren
BS, RVT, CCAT
Caitlin graduated from Purdue University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Nursing. During her clinical rotations at Purdue, she discovered her passion for physical rehabilitation. She earned her Certification in Companion Animal Therapy (CCAT) from North Carolina State University in 2023. With six years of experience in general practice, Caitlin began integrating physical therapy into patient care during her certification process and has since dedicated her work to helping pets recover, regain mobility, and improve their quality of life.
Olivia Lapadat
BS, RVT
Olivia has been part of the MARS orbit for several years—first as a client, then as a student, and now as a valued staff member. She graduated from Purdue University in May 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Nursing.
Katheryn Bontrager
RVT
Katheryn is a Registered Veterinary Technician who earned her associate degree from Brown Mackie College. She brings extensive experience in both large and small animal medicine and has been a valued member of the MARS team. Katheryn especially enjoys building meaningful relationships with both patients and their families.
Meredith Weadick
Client Service Representative
Meredith has always been an animal person with a special place in her heart for scruffy dogs. She was referred to Michiana Animal Rehab Services after one of her dogs tore his cruciate ligament and discovered how much she enjoys animal rehab. She is excited to assist in delivering services to the clients and patients of MARS!
Cassidy Pedler
Client Service Representative
Cassidy has had a deep love for animals her entire life, along with a strong passion for helping others and caring for those in need. She began her career in the beauty industry after attending cosmetology school, where she spent several years working closely with people before ultimately following her true passion—transitioning into animal care here at MARS.
Get Started
Ready to get started? You can schedule a consultation for your pet using our online form.
Contact
P: (574) 825-9578
F: (574) 825-5736
[email protected]
515 East Warren Street
Middlebury, IN 46540
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