Meet Our Team
Dr. Brad Reynolds
Veterinarian
Dr. Brad Reynolds joined our team as a doctor in 2014. He completed his undergraduate studies in health science at Missouri Western State University. Afterwards he received his degree of veterinary medicine at the University of Missouri. Brad spent his undergrad years working as a kennel attendant and assistant here at Countryside since 2007. During the summer breaks he spent many hours with his grandfather’s mixed animal practice in Cookeville, TN. Dr. Reynolds is a football fan and he tries to attend as many Missouri Western Games as possible each season. Dr. Brad also enjoys time with his cat (OCIE).
Dr. Kyle Ripperger
Veterinarian
Dr. Kyle Ripperger joined our team as a doctor in 2009, but has been a part of the clinic’s team since 2000. He attended Kansas State University for his undergraduate study and earned his degree in veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri. He is an avid outdoorsman who loves to go camping, hunting, and fishing. Dr. Kyle is happily married to his wife Becca and they have a daughter named Vada. They are active at Wellspring Community Church. They have three pets, a Labrador (KJ), a papillon (Jasper) and a cat (Louie). GO WILDCATS!!!!
Dr. Alana Harkleroad
Veterinarian
Dr. Alana Harkleroad joined the team in October 2026. Dr. Harkleroad grew up working in a mixed animal vet clinic in Northeastern Ohio and learned early that caring for animals also means caring for their people too. After graduation from the University of Minnesota in 2011, Dr. Harkleroad worked as a Veterinary Medical Officer in the US Department of Agriculture before transitioning to small animal medicine. Dr. Harkleroad, her husband Eric, and busy family of 4 kids and assorted pets have made Saint Joseph home for the last 10 years. Whenever possible they enjoy spending family time outside on the parkway or downtown for local theater and music. She is looking forward to helping clients keep their furry family members safe, healthy, and happy.
Dr. Zachary Houston
Veterinarian
Bio coming soon!
