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Here at Carrollton Equine, we understand the deep bond that can form between a rider and their horse. Whether you're a casual horseback rider or a competitive equestrian, the bond you share with your horse is unique and special. And we believe that your horse deserve the best possible care. That's why all of our staff, from receptionists and technicians to assistants and doctors, share a passion for horses. We're dedicated to providing the highest level of care for both you and your horse. So whether you're coming in for a routine check-up or dealing with a more serious problem, you can rest assured that you're in good hands.
Nicole Kelleher, DVM, CVA, VSMT
Owner & Equine Veterinarian
Nicole graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. Since then she has continued to further her education by becoming a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist graduating from the Chi Institute in 2017. She then attended the Healing Oasis school to graduate with her degree in Veterinary Spinal Manipulative Therapy (VSMT) in 2021. Dr. Kelleher regularly sees clients utilizing Shenanigans Stables to perform lameness evaluations and treat patients with both acupuncture and VSMT allowing for an integrative approach to the equine athlete.
Patrick Kelleher
Owner
Patrick Kelleher is our operations manager and co-owner of the stables with his wife, Dr. Nicole Kelleher. Previous to his career managing an equine facility, Patrick owned/operated a microbrewery in Columbus, Ohio from 2010 to 2013. Moving to Indiana to follow Dr. Kelleher's veterinary career, he then opened a miniature wargaming store in Greensburg, Indiana in 2014. Moving again in 2016 to keep up with his wife, and get back to Ohio again, Patrick enjoyed being a stay-at-home dad until they decided to purchase the Carrollton Animal Hospital in 2017, which he helps manage to this day.
Outside of work he has 4 children; a 10-year-old named James, a 6-year-old named Sean, a 4-year-old named Eibhlin, and a 2-year-old toddler Ciara. They all live on a farm with 3 horses, a pony, a miniature donkey, 12 chickens, 10 guinea fowl, and 5 cats, and his hunting buddy, a springer spaniel named Sorscha. In what little spare time he has, Patrick enjoys hunting, gardening, board games, and good beer.
Dr. John Ryan Hajny
Equine Veterinarian
Dr. John is a graduate of Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK. He previously worked as a large animal veterinarian servicing Northeast Ohio seeing primarily horses. Dr. John joined our practice in April 2024, and is originally from Smithfield, Ohio bringing him closer to his hometown and serving the surrounding communities. Dr. John has nearly completed veterinary spinal manipulation training at the Healing Oasis Wellness Center in Wisconsin and is looking forward to providing this therapy for both horses and dogs.
Dr. John is well versed in Dressage and the performance limiting lameness that can occur at all levels of the sport through working with his wife’s horse Oberon on a regular basis while they currently train to achieve her silver medal.
Dr. John enjoys spending time with his wife, Amanda and their dog, Luna. He also enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, fishing, hunting, and riding horses.
Tiffany Roberts
Office Manager
Tiffany has been working in the veterinary field since 2008 as an assistant and large and small animal receptionist. Tiffany joined our team in 2020 as our head of Reception before becoming our office manager in 2021.
Outside of work, Tiffany enjoys running the family farm with her husband, Kurt, and her three children, Jacob, Kati, and Nathan. On their family farm, they have many pets including a large herd of Boer goats, two Cane Corso's Molly, and Maggie and a chihuahua named Hazel.
Katelynn (Kati) Pape
Veterinary Assistant and Recptionist
Kati has worked in the veterinary field since 2019 and joined The Carrollton Animal Hospital in 2020. Kati enjoys working with animals in all aspects; she chose this career from a young age of growing up in a veterinary clinic which made her love for animals grow.
Outside of work, Kati enjoys going to barrel races with her Quarter Horse, Tomi and her Boxer, Sophie. As well as waterfowl hunting with her husband Dylan and there Labrador Retriever, Sage.