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Welcome to Grand View Animal Hospital, your local veterinarians in Grand Junction.

We’re proud to provide a wide variety of veterinary medical services for pets in Grand Junction & surrounding areas!

The name Grand View is inspired by the beauty that surrounds us. Grand Junction is located in a valley, surrounded by various geographical landforms. Grand Mesa, the Bookcliffs, and Colorado National Monument grace the horizon in each of 3 directions.
Our dedicated staff comes from all over the valley. We love living and working in this beautiful place, where outdoor adventures can be enjoyed year-round. Come, meet our staff…
Dr. TerLouw

Veterinarian

Dr. TerLouw earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Colorado State University in 2002, following a Masters in Microbiology. He began his veterinary career in Arizona, returning to Colorado in 2006, and has been practicing in the Grand Junction area ever since.  Dr. TerLouw is a Grand Junction native and pleased to provide quality pet healthcare and client education in the community in which he was raised. He and his family enjoy all that western Colorado has to offer.

Lori

Registered Veterinary Technician

Lori earned her Certified Veterinary Technician license in 2014, graduating from Bel-Rea Institute of Veterinary Technology. She worked at a variety of clinics, including Grand View Animal Hospital, before taking on a teaching role with the veterinary technology school in Grand Junction. Lori returned to full time clinic life at GVAH, where she loves the wonderful staff she works with. She and her husband, three children, two dogs, and cat have lived in the Grand Junction area most of their lives.

Heidi

Registered Veterinary Technician/Safety Coordinator

Heidi is a Nevada native and moved to Colorado in 1995, coming on staff at GVAH in 2017. She has experience in the care and rehabilitation of wildlife. She is the proud mom of 2 daughters, 2 dogs, and 1 very demanding cat. Her spare time is spent gardening, sewing, camping, and traveling. She and her husband, a Grand Junction firefighter/engineer and Hawaiian citizen, plan to eventually retire in Hawaii.

Cheyenne

Registered Veterinary Technician

Cheyenne received her Certified Veterinary Technician license in 2019, graduating from Colorado Mountain College. She loves learning new things about the field and enjoys having many other experienced technicians at GVAH to learn from. As well as being a CVT, she likes photography. A Grand Junction native, Cheyenne loves being outdoors, whether camping, fishing, or hanging out with her dog, cats, chickens and goats.

Ashley

Registered Veterinary Technician

Ashley was born and raised in Roswell, NM, with a love for animals. She attended college to become a nurse, but quickly realized her passion was in Veterinary Medicine. She has been in the field since 2014 and has experience working with exotic animals and wildlife, in addition to household pets. She spends her time outside of work with her son, two dogs, and kitty. She loves exploring the mountains on hikes, and, when it’s warm out, you can always find her in the water.

 

CJ

Registered Veterinary Technician

CJ grew up in Hotchkiss, CO and has always loved animals. She has been in the veterinary field since 2009, recently joining the team at Grand View Animal Hospital. She has a grown daughter who lives in Durango with her husband and 2 dogs. In her spare time, CJ loves to read and go fishing. She shares her home with 2 dogs, 2 cats, 5 fish tanks, an Umbrella cockatoo and a Sulcata tortoise.

Mickey

Veterinary Assistant/Inventory Specialist

Prior to working at GVAH, Mickey served in the US Army where she worked as an Automated Logistical Specialist and traveled to South Korea and Germany. Now pursuing her dream of working in the veterinary field, she loves her new work environment and the people she works alongside. In her spare time, Mickey enjoys spending time with her dogs, Cali, Sindalah, and Bubbayump, and going on walks, hikes, or any adventure they can take together.

McKenna

Veterinary Assistant

Born and raised in Grand Junction, McKenna has always wanted to work with animals. She enjoys the new and interesting experiences that each day at GVAH brings. When not working, McKenna might be found in the kitchen trying out a new recipe or off taking adventures with her dogs, Astro and Harley. McKenna also enjoys jet-skiing, camping, and hiking.

Michael

Veterinary Assistant

coming soon…

Sheila

Accounts Manager

Sheila has been a CVT since 1998 and has worked with Dr. TerLouw since before he opened GVAH. She has always enjoyed helping clients and their pets but has transitioned roles to now working in the office as Accounts Manager. She lives on her family’s ranch in Collbran, where she raises Scottish Highland Cattle and honeybees. In her spare time, Sheila enjoys riding her horse, camping, four wheeling, and rafting.

Jaynie

Customer Care

Jaynie and her husband moved from Denver to Grand Junction in early 2023. New to the veterinary field, she is excited to live out a personal passion that revolves around helping animals. In her free time, Jaynie enjoys hiking, rafting, and horseback riding. She, too, takes every opportunity to spend time with her own zoo – 5 cats and 2 dogs!

Desirae

Customer Care

Desirae is originally from California and moved to Grand Junction in 2021. She has always had a deep love for animals, which is what drew her to GVAH. Whether it is greeting clients or supporting the team, she is passionate about helping both people and pets feel comfortable and cared for. Outside of work, Desirae enjoys exploring the outdoors, hiking, and fishing. At home, she is kept busy by her 3 cats and 3 dogs.