Dr. Brett Ziegenbalg, D.V.M.
(Practice Owner)
Dr. Ziegenbalg (Dr. Z) earned his degree in Environmental Biology from the University of Colorado at Boulder before serving as a Naval Intelligence Officer supporting NATO operations in Bosnia, Rwanda, and the Middle East. He later received his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a member of Phi Zeta.
His clinical interests include internal medicine, gastroenterology, dermatology, dentistry, oral surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Z is passionate about proactive care and helping pets live longer, healthier lives through early intervention and strong client partnerships.
Outside the clinic, he enjoys running, skiing, and traveling with his wife Brandy and daughter Elise.
Brandy Ziegenbalg
Practice Manager
Brandy, Dr. Z’s wife, has loved animals since she was very young. She has many years of experience in all facets of companion animal veterinary practice. Brandy attended Baptist School of Nursing in 2006 and became a surgical technician and worked in human general, orthopedic and ophthalmic surgery for 6-1/2 years. Brandy and Dr. Z married in June of 2006 and later had their daughter Elise in 2010. Brandy and Dr. Z built and started their own practice in Arkansas in 2007, where she was the practice manager. Brandy has enjoyed getting to know all the clients and their furry companions. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, baking, hiking, traveling and snow skiing.
Kristin
Veterinary Technician
Kristin came to work with the BVC team in February of 2016. She is a native Portlander and has been working in the Veterinary field for 20 years. Above is a picture with her late lab mix “Mark” and her kitty “Randy”. Kristin has been married to her wonderful husband Martin for 22 years. She and Martin love to go swimming, hiking, camping and canoeing in their spare time. Kristin takes pride in caring for all her patients and enjoys her job. We are very happy to have her on our team!
Sophia
Sophia has been with us since April of 2025. She is a Portland local and proud cat mom to two rescue kitties. Before beginning her veterinary career in 2021, she spent years volunteering, fostering, and rehabilitating pets in need. Growing up surrounded by animals of all kinds, from ducks and bunnies to stray dogs. She developed a deep sense of compassion that carries into her work every day. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys rock climbing, cooking, and traveling.
We are happy to have her with us!
Kylah
Kylah started her veterinary career in 2018 and has been helping animals since. She found and fell in love with veterinary medicine while working on her bachelor’s degree in biology at Portland State University, which she earned in 2019. Kylah lives with her two cats, Beans (tortishell) and Jack (orange tabby), as well as her husband, Buck. She is passionate about making sure clients and their companions feel heard. In her free time, she can be found journaling, watching anime, and taking walks in the rain.
We are lucky to have her with us!
Bailey
Veterinary Technician / CSR
Bailey has been working in the veterinary field since 2001 and started at BVC in May 2026 after spending 3 years working as a dog trainer. She has an interest in behavior and loves all different species of animals. Prior to moving to Oregon, she had a desert tortoise, a potbelly pig, and a goose as her pets. In her spare time, she and her boyfriend enjoy paddle boarding and other activities with their kids and dogs.
“Gidget” Ziegenbalg family doggie
Gidget will forever be the best little greeter ever, and in our hearts. We miss her dearly.
