Meet Our
Veterinary Team

Dr. Christen Fielding

Veterinarian

Dr. Christen Fielding is a General Practitioner who has been practicing in the St. Louis area since 2010. A native of House Springs, Missouri, she received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Missouri Southern State University in 2006. Later that same year, she entered the University of Missouri – Columbia College of Veterinary Medicine and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2010.

With over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, her knowledge, compassion, and dedication result in providing exceptional care to her patients. She is an experienced surgeon and has many years of emergency and urgent care medicine which allow her to excel in treating a wide range of complex medical cases. This variety in experience also ensures that each of her patients receive the highest quality care in preventative medicine as well as any unexpected illness or injuries that arise. Providing detailed assessments and education to clients ensures that her clients can make the best decisions for each of their unique pets. She also enjoys being able to provide medical care to pets in need of homes at local shelters.

At home, Dr. Christen enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, Aiden and Carly, while tending to their hobby farm. Their two dogs help keep the farm and family safe, along with the ever-watchful eyes of their feline companions. She enjoys teaching her children the importance of safety and animal care when tending to their goats, chickens, fish, and ducks. Her interests include photography, gardening, and enjoying time with friends and family.

Brittani

Veterinary Technician

Meet Brittani, a compassionate and dedicated veterinary technician whose journey in animal care began with a passion for nurturing even the most apprehensive patients. Graduating from Brown Mackie College, she has cultivated a deep understanding of veterinary medicine and a commitment to providing exceptional care.

What truly sets Brittani apart is her unwavering love for each and every patient she encounters. She has a soft spot for nervous animals and takes pride in working closely with them to alleviate their fears and provide comfort during their visit.

Beyond the clinic, Brittani finds joy in spending quality time with her five-year-old son. Together, they embark on adventures to places like the Magic House, the zoo, and their favorite spot, Big Joel’s Safari. Whether it’s exploring local attractions or venturing to new animal sanctuaries during vacations, her shared love for animals enriches her bond and fuels her sense of adventure.

Devin

Veterinary Technician

Meet Devin, a compassionate and dedicated veterinary professional with seven years of experience in the field. Graduating from Ashworth College, she has honed her skills and knowledge to provide exceptional care to her patients.

What sets Devin apart is her commitment to making every patient feel loved and cared for, just like her own pets. She prides herself on treating each animal with the utmost attention and affection, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment.

Outside of work, Devin enjoys immersing herself in literature and spending quality time with her furry friends. She particularly relishes taking the dogs out for adventures, not all eight at once just a couple at a time!

Shae Bowsher

Veterinary Assistant

Shae is a Veterinary Assistant here at Bear Creek. She attended Lindenwood University and has been in the veterinary industry for about 1 year. She takes pride in taking the best care of everyone’s pets as if they were her own. In her free time, she loves playing ball with her dog, Carver!

Tabby Wyble

Customer Service Representative

Tabby is a Customer Service Representative here at Bear Creek. Tabby brings two years of experience to the veterinary field, where she excels in ensuring pets receive the necessary care and abundant affection they deserve. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and taking walks.

Erika Dickherber

Customer Service Representative

Erika is a Customer Service Representative here at Bear Creek. She has been in the veterinary field for about 3 years now. Even though she doesn’t deal directly with the patients, she loves taking CE courses, especially nutrition and behavior. In her free time, she enjoys shopping, gardening, going to Pure Barre with her daughter, and hanging out with her golden retriever.

Crystal Pyle

Veterinary Technician

Crystal is a Veterinary Technician here at Bear Creek Veterinary Hospital. She has been in veterinary medicine for 1 year and plans to attend Penn Foster for Vet Med. She takes pride in making connections with clients and patients and making sure they are comfortable. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, movies, concerts, hanging out in kitten cafes, and spending time with her pets, family and friends.

Amanda Kutter

Veterinary Technician

Amanda has been a Veterinary Technician since 2018. Growing up, she has always had an instinct to care for and love every animal she’s encountered. Her favorite thing about the Veterinary Field is that she can share that love and compassion every day while lending a helping hand! Amanda has always grown up with dogs in the home, and now has two of her own, and she has no limit to how many she will have in the future. She loves what she does and couldn’t imagine herself doing anything else!

Heather Justus

Veterinary Technician/Customer Service Representative

Heather has been in the field for about 6 years and attended Troy Buchanan High School. She prides herself in having the ability to help someone in distress. Despite the challenges she faces working in this field, she still finds it enjoyable and rewarding. Heather’s main priority is to give patients and their families the best case she can provide. Her love and passion for animals have brought her where she is, and she wouldn’t change it at all.

Dr. Ryan McCann

Managing DVM

Dr. Ryan McCann is a 1996 graduate of the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. McCann spent four years in a mixed animal practice in Hannibal, MO, where he learned how to love below-freezing farm calls and middle-of-the-night cesareans. In 2000, Dr. McCann left Hannibal to pursue his own interests and opened the first of his many small animal veterinary hospitals, Animal Medical Center of Troy. In 2021, Dr. McCann opened Hawk Ridge Animal Hospital in busy Lake St. Louis, which is run by his daughter, Dr. Hunter McCann-Tucker. Bear Creek Animal Hospital is now the third veterinary hospital that Dr. McCann has opened and is where he practices as the Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. His interests include all aspects of soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, most notably fracture plating and TPLO surgery, as well as designing and constructing veterinary hospitals.

Taylor Freebourn

Practice Manager

Taylor is the Practice Manager at Bear Creek Animal Hospital. She has worked alongside Dr. McCann for nearly a decade, since 2016, as she has dabbled in Customer Service, Lead Veterinary Technology, and Practice Management. She is also Dr. McCann’s primary Orthopedic Assistant. You may have seen her previously at Animal Medical Center of Troy, where she began her journey in the Veterinary Field. Taylor has three rescue fur babies, non-biological twins – Bodhi Lee and Waylon James as well as the newest feline member, Maple Jane! She enjoys all the Veterinary Field has to offer, but especially caring for her furry friends and maintaining long-lasting relationships with her clients! She looks forward to customizing your experience here at Bear Creek Animal Hospital!