Jane Jeffries, DVM

Dr. Jane Jeffries, practice owner since 1992, has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1989. Dr. Jane is a graduate of Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Jane loves her Noah’s Ark clients and the Brookside community.

“ Brookside is so much like a small town. I’ve grown to know my clients well over the years and I deeply appreciate the confidence they have bestowed upon me as well as in Noah’s Ark Animal Clinic. I am truly committed to providing their beloved pets with the excellent care they deserve.” Dr. Jane has several furry family members at home including Steve and Marilyn, her Labradors, her tabby cat, Joy, and Cody, a quarter horse.

Kelly Lightfoot, DVM

Dr. Kelly Lightfoot graduated from Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003 and has been at Noah’s Ark Animal Clinic since. Dr. Lightfoot grew up in the Kansas City Metro area and was happy to come back to Noah’s Ark, where she began working as an assistant at age 19.

“After graduating from veterinary school, coming back to work at Noah’s Ark was like coming home. The dedication and enthusiasm of our staff creates a perfect environment for excellent patient care.”

Dr. Lightfoot and her husband live in Piper, Kansas with their three dogs, Macie, a Golden Retriever/Brittany mix, Peanut, a Boxer, and Aggie Lou, a Great Dane.

Dr. Kris Neuhauser is a 2004 graduate of the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine. After growing up in Kansas City, she spent the next 10 years in other parts of Missouri for school and work, but she is glad to be back home now.  She has always enjoyed the Brookside area and is happy to be a new member of the community.

"Noah's Ark has the special combination of caring, knowledge, and eagerness to learn that makes it a very exciting and rewarding place to work.  I'm enjoying getting to know the patients and clients that are so dedicated to this clinic."

Dr. Kris and her husband, Eric, live with their three cats, Abby, Clif, and Leroy, numerous fish and a newt.  Outside of work, Kris enjoys road biking, jogging, reading, and finding new restaurants to enjoy.