507-332-0716Faribault: 507-332-0716
507-214-7387Owatonna: 507-214-7387
1200 Lyndale Ave., N, Faribault, MN 55021
1220 Frontage Road East, Owatonna, MN 55060

Meet Our Veterinary Team

Dr. Candace Born, DVM, Iowa State University, 1999

Dr. Candace Born is a clinic partner. Dr. Candace received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in 1999. Her professional interests include dentistry and ultrasonography, where she has received extensive training. She belongs to the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Medication Association. Outside her profession, Dr. Candace enjoys spending time with her husband, Kevin, and her children, Drew, Christian and Ethan. She and her husband are also proud to be carrying on the family farm where they implement conservation tillage practices.

Dr. Anna Wildgrube, DVM, University of Minnesota, 2008

Dr. Anna Wildgrube joined Heartland Animal Hospital in 2014 and is a clinic partner. She is a local gal, having grown up in the Faribault community. She completed her undergraduate education at Gustavus Adolphus and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. Dr. Anna enjoys every aspect of veterinary medicine and hold a special interest in horses. She is a member of the American Association of Equine Practioners, the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Jill Butovich, DVM, Kansas State University, 1992

Dr. Jill joined our team in 2014 and comes to Heartland with a wealth of veterinary experience after practicing in South Dakota for 20 years. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University in 1992. Dr. Jill enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and has a special interest in internal medicine and soft tissue surgery. She is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association. Outside of her profession, Dr. Jill enjoys spending time with her husband, Jason, kayaking and lure coursing with her dog, Sami. They currently share their home with dogs, Caine and Sami and cat, Emmett.

Dr. Meghann Rosburg, DVM

Dr. Meghann joined the Heartland team in 2019 after graduating from Iowa State University with her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine 2019. While originally from Iowa, she has found her home in southern Minnesota. Her special interests in veterinary medicine are still developing but currently enjoys preventative medicine, ophthalmology, cardiology, and internal medicine. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association, and Iowa Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Meghann enjoy spending time with her husband and pets, trips up north, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings and Iowa State Cyclones.

Recent Blog Posts

Recognizing Signs of Fear in Pets During Summer Months

As pet owners, it's crucial to prioritize the mental and physical health of our beloved companions. One of the most common causes of stress in pets is summer thunderstorms and fireworks. During these events, pets exhibit various behaviors that indicate fear and stress.When experiencing a thunderstorm or fireworks, pets may pant excessively, bark or howl, tremble, hide, or even become destructive. These behaviors can be alarming and cause stress to both the pet and the owner.So what can you do to help alleviate your furry friend's stress during these situations?

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Pet Owner’s Springtime Checklist

Have you thrown yourself into your spring cleaning? If you’re like most people, you’re airing out the house, getting some plants in the ground, and enjoying the beauty of this season with your pet by your side. In fact, this is one of the best times of year to be a pet–the birds and squirrels are active and back to their favorite hobby of entertaining our dogs and cats, and the weather is perfect for letting some fresh air in for your cat or taking your dog on a long walk. If you’ve knocked out your spring cleaning and are ready to move on to some pet care musts, we’re here to help! We put together a list to help you plan your springtime pet care.

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Keeping Pets Safe and Healthy: Essential Tips for Pet Poison Prevention

According to the Pet Poison Helpline, every year, thousands of pets are affected by accidental poisoning. To raise awareness about common poisons and how we can prevent our pets from being exposed to them, Pet Poison Prevention Month is observed in March.

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Quality, Compassionate Medicine

Our Mission at Heartland Animal Hospital is to provide quality, compassionate medicine. Locations in Faribault, MN 507-332-0716 and Owatonna 507-214-7387.

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