Meet the Team

Derine Winning

DVM

Dr. Winning graduated from Colorado State University in 1997. She practiced in Montana for over six years before coming back to her home state of North Dakota in 2003. She joined Valley Veterinary Hospital in 2006 and became a partner in the clinic later that year. Since then she continues to enjoy practicing small animal and exotic medicine, performing surgery and is certified in veterinary acupuncture at Valley Veterinary Hospital. As time has progressed, Dr. Winning has established many cherished relationships with clients and their pets and enjoys “catching up” with them on their visits.

Dr. Winning’s family includes two standard Dachshunds, Rider and Julie. Dr. Winning has considered starting a support group for those, like her, who are Dachshund addicts. Other than spending time with her dogs, she enjoys cooking, gardening, running, and just spending time in the country.

Kristine Haroldson

DVM – Medical Director

Dr. Haroldson grew up on a farm outside of Tappen, ND. She received a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from NDSU and then attended Kansas State College of Veterinary Medicine, where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. Dr. Haroldson joined Valley Vet in July 2016. She enjoys working with all species but has a special interest in exotic animals. Dr. Haroldson, her husband Chris and their 3 kids share their home in Fargo with their 2 yellow labs (Daisy and Willow), 2 cats (Lola and Kia) and a crested gecko (Loki).

Vanessa Aschnewitz

DVM

Dr Aschnewitz received her B.A in Biology from Concordia College – Moorhead in 2009 and her D.V.M. from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2014 after completing her clinical year at Texas A&M University. Her clinical interests are in diagnostic and preventative medicine. She also enjoys educating clients on their pets’ health and on how to help them live long and healthy lives. She lives in Fargo with her husband and two children. Her interests outside the clinic are reading and spending time outside with her family.

Carrera

Practice Manager

Carrera moved here from Washington State. She has an A.A. Degree in Gen Ed with a focus on Business. Carrera originally wanted to be a veterinarian but took a different path. After working in the human medical field for the past few years, Carrera was keeping an eye out for a career in the veterinary field. She finally found that opportunity here at our office! Carrera has a husband, Brandon, as well as 2 miniature Dachshunds named Goober and Gorgonzola, and two black cats named Bear and Kirby. In her free time Carrera likes to garden, play video games, and spend time outside.

Bridget

Assistant Manager

Bridget is from Valley City, ND. She has been at Valley Veterinary Hospital since September 2023 and has moved her way up to Assistant Manager. Bridget has two mini–Australian Shepards named Luna and Daizy. She likes to be outdoors fishing, hunting, or at the lake in her free time.

Alyssa

LVT – Lead

Alyssa grew up in Horace, ND. In 2018, she graduated from Ridgewater College in Willmar, MN, with an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology. She joined the Valley Veterinary team in 2020. She especially loves working with the rabbits and exotics. Alyssa is married to her husband, Luis, and has three cats named Rengar, Ahri, and Comet. She also has a red-eared slider named Turtlini! In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going to concerts, doing outside activities like hiking, making art, playing games, and spending time with her family and friends.

Vickie

LVT

Vickie joined the team at Valley Veterinary Hospital in November of 2018. She comes with 35 + years of experience. She is married to Darren and has one 26-year-old son, Devin. Vickie and Darren live on a farm in Twin Valley, MN with currently 1 dog, 2 cats, and 5 horses but these numbers are subject to change at any time! When Vickie is not working or taking care of her own animals she enjoys being outdoors, riding horse, camping, gardening, canning, quilting, crocheting, reading and spending time with family.

Greta

LVT

Greta grew up in Fergus Falls, MN. She graduated from Ridgewater College in May of 2021 with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology and joined the Valley Veterinary team in November 2021. She is married to her husband Andrew and has a husky named Kira and a Calico cat named Whiskey. In Greta’s free time she enjoys golfing, running, hiking, drawing, and spending time with her husband, family, and pets.

Jenessa

LVT

Jenessa grew up on a farm outside of Valley City ND. She graduated from NDSU with BS in Veterinary Technology. Jenessa fosters dogs and does other volunteer work for 4 Luv of Dog Rescue and the SNIP program. In her free time, she enjoys reading, sewing, and most of all traveling. Her favorite places she’s been include, London England, Normandy France, Turks and Caicos, and Chipiona, Spain. Jenessa is the proud mom of 1 cat, 2 horses, and 2 dogs – Carl, who was her 50th foster dog (2021) and Ivy who was her 94th foster dog (2024).

Amara

Lead Veterinary Assistant

Amara grew up in Fargo, ND. She joined the Valley Vet team in April of 2020 as a kennel assistant and became a veterinary assistant in January of 2023. Amara enjoys listening to country music, hanging out at home and watching movies. She has two DSH cats named Milo and Sprocket and one St. Bernard named Durango. Amara’s favorite breeds to work with are any big, drooly dogs!

Becca

Veterinary Assistant

Becca is currently attending NDSU with a major in veterinary technology. She hopes to graduate in 2026, and then go on to continue her education in veterinary medicine. Becca has two dogs – Koda, a black lab, and Todd, a mini golden doodle! Becca also shows beef cattle in her free time!

Chloe

Veterinary Assistant

Chloe is from Becker Minnesota and moved to Fargo in August 2023 for college at NDSU to further her career with animals. Chloe has one dog named Nala, whom she got while fostering dogs, and one cat named Coal from a foster organization. Chloe has helped rehome more than 25 dogs through fostering. Chloe’s passions are animals, art and helping others. In Chloe’s free time she takes Nala on adventures, paints, and hangs out with friends.

Kianna

Customer Service Representatives

Kianna was born and raised in Fargo, ND. She has always loved animals and grabbed at the chance to work in a veterinary setting. Kianna got married in June 2024 to her middle school sweetheart. In her spare time, Kianna likes to watch her favorite TV shows and movies, play video games with her spouse, and play with her four kitties (which have a couple of her favorite movie references). Ladybug a long hair tortie, Draco a 16lb black cat, a grey cat named Cinna, and an orange tabby named Auggie.

Jackie

CPT

Jackie recently moved to West Fargo from Central MN. After over 35 yrs in healthcare, primarily as a Paramedic, she went back to school for Pharmacy Technician. Jackie spends most of her time with her Bull Terrier/Pit mix Maya. She adopted her 5 yrs ago when she was 2. She was born deaf, but they seem to communicate quite well. Jackie goes back to the lake in Central MN as often as she can and enjoys camping, hiking, crafts, and game nights with friends.