Below is a list of team members who felt comfortable having their staff biographies appear on our website. You can click on any of their profile pictures to learn more about them. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out.
Dr. Kendra Hodge, DVM, MS
I grew up in Appleton, WI, and went to college at UW-Madison. After completing my undergraduate degree I went to Purdue University and studied the genetic-based mate choice in the San Diego Zoo koala colony, specifically looking at a group of immune genes called the Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC). I could not resist the pull to care for pets and their owners, so I went back to UW-Madison to receive my Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2019.
Mike Hodge
Mike Hodge is a companion animal doula who supports individuals and families through the emotionally layered experience of caring for aging, ill, or dying pets. With a calm, grounded presence and a deep respect for the human-animal bond, Mike offers both practical guidance and compassionate companionship during one of the most sacred chapters in a pet’s life.
Cheryl Mallmann, CVT
About Cheryl Cheryl graduated from MATC in Madison in 1987 and spent 36 years working as a Certified Veterinary Nurse in private practice. In 2024, she joined the caring and compassionate team at Healing Touch, where she continues to share her lifelong passion for helping others. Cheryl understands how difficult it can be to make tough decisions for our pets…