About Us

Learn about our Veterinarian Practice and our friendly staff

Western Slope Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Montrose, Delta and Olathe, Colorado area for everything pet related. Our veterinary clinic and animal hospital is run by Dr. John Shull, who is a licensed, experienced veterinarian.

Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise. WSAH stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery.

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Dr. John Shull, DVM

Background
Dr. Shull grew up in a small town in Ohio. He has always had a love of working with animals but was limited to helping friends with their animals. When he graduated high school and had to decide on a career, veterinary medicine seemed like too much school. He tried to think of something else to pursue but everything led him back to becoming a veterinarian.

Education
Dr. Shull attended veterinary school at The Ohio State University. He has an undergraduate degree in Animal Science as well as his Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine from Ohio State. After graduation he did a year long internship at Pioneer Equine Hospital in Oakdale California. At the end of his internship he took a job at Sweet River Equine in Modesto California where he worked for about 1 1/2 years. His dad had passed away and he decided he wanted to move closer to family and he moved back to Ohio. He only stayed for about 3 months, however, before he moved west again. He moved to Montrose where he worked at San Juan Veterinary Clinic for about 1 1/2 years before starting Western Slope Equine Hospital. He practiced strictly equine medicine and surgery for about 10 years before expanding his services to small animals. That is when the name of the clinic changed to Western Slope Animal Hospital. Dr. Shull’s wife, Stephanie, is his partner in the practice and helped to get it started. She also answered the phone for many years until their 3 children started taking up most of her time. Dr. Shull’s children JR, Cooper, and Riley also help out from time to time and mean everything to him.

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Dr. Travis Walsh

I grew up in the small town of Craig, CO and spent all of my summers in the Montrose, CO area helping my grandparents on the family ranch. This in part brought my interests of veterinary medicine which was the beginning of the journey to what brought me here today. I obtained my Bachelor’s degree of Animal Science at CSU in 2019 which was followed by moving into the CSU DVM program as a 2024 graduate. One of my goals with becoming a veterinarian was to return to rural Colorado to serve the ranching communities who helped make me who I am today. I’m excited to continue my career through serving in mixed animal practice.

Outside of work my dog Banjo and I enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, and spending time with family.

Dr. Morgan Gentzkow

I grew up in rural North Dakota surrounded by all sorts of animals.

I attended valley city state university in North Dakota for undergrad. I Double majored in Fisheries & wildlife science and biology.
I attended Oregon state university Carlson college of Veterinary Medicine with an emphasis on large animal graduating in 2024. Obtained certification in mixed animal acupuncture from Chi University fall of 2023.

My Interests outside of Veterinary medicine include ,Trail riding, camping, hiking, gardening, and leatherwork.

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Wendy Weiderin
Jack of All Trades

Wendy has worked in the Veterinary field for 14 years. She’s been with us for a combined 5 years. She stays busy outside of work spending time with her family and with her dogs and horses.
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Lea Wharton
Certified Veterinary Technician

I was born and raised in Southwest Colorado, growing up on a farm. My life has always involved animals – that has led me down the path to veterinary medicine. I graduated from Colorado Mountain College in 2017, becoming a Certified Technician. I have a compassion for making a difference and helping those without a voice. I enjoy hiking and outdoor activities with my dog in my free time.
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Bob Beadle
Vet Assistant

Growing up on the front range of Colorado, we always had pets. This continued into adult life, with a particular soft spot for the ones with special needs. Caring for animals is what drives us, so what would be better than helping care for all the furbabies we can. In my off time I enjoy rock hunting, star gazing, and hanging out with the dogs, cats and birds at home.
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Geri Wold
Receptionist & Inventory Manager

I was raised on a sheep ranch and have been around livestock for most of life. I have worked in the construction industry, retail, and have been in the veterinary field since 2010. I have lived here my whole life and spend my time with my kids and grandkids.
Ronda, Receptionist
Ronda
Receptionist

Ronda has been with us since February 2017. She has worked in the veterinary field for over 11 years. With 3 horses and 3 cats of her own. Ronda has always had a love of animals.

Outside of work, she enjoys camping, riding 4-wheelers and quilting.

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Jody Sauer
Receptionist

I was born in Montrose and grew up all over the United States, from the very bottom of Arizona to the very top of Montana. I returned to Montrose when I was 21 where I met my true love Dale, we have been happily married for 33 years. We have one son Zane who is employed in the aerospace industry as a Computer Engineer in Colorado. I was born horse crazy and have had horses in my life since I was born. From my first pony at four years old to my Andalusian and Lusitano that own my heart now, in addition to my horses I am owned by two dogs, a Golden Retriever and a Border Collie and two silly barn cats. Animals have always been an important part of my life, so that makes my job a Western Slope Animal Hospital a dream come true.
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Julie
Volunteer

Julie is a volunteer at the clinic. Her compassion and love for animals and their owners is something you notice as soon as you meet her!