Corale Dorn

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Owner

I’m a second-generation veterinarian. My parents owned their own clinic in western South Dakota. As you can imagine, this introduced me to the veterinary field at a young age and I didn’t want to be anything else. I studied for eight years to obtain my degree and continue to expand my knowledge with one hundred hours of continuing education every year. While in school, I met my husband and together we opened Dells Vet. As a doctor, my biggest responsibility is to identify areas where my patients might get sick and prevent it. But sometimes our plans don’t turn out so I also discover the source of a patient’s sickness and remedy it. Besides work, I love spending time with my family. I also enjoy any outdoor activities but triathlons are my favorite!

 Edgar Gonzalez

Bilingual Heard Health Specialist

I was born in Mexico City and grew up around animals. Ever since I was a child, I have loved animals and wanted to help them live happy and healthy lives. Because of this and my passion for serving others, I attended school at the Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana. Post-graduation, I spent five years working with large animals in Minnesota. After my introduction to the midwest, I moved a little to the west and joined Dells Vet. As the Bilinigaul Heard Health Advisor, I handle cattle preg checks and also give training to dairy farm employees on the best practices. Outside of the practice, I love caring for my two Scottish Terriers, even if they can be little trouble makers.

Nicole Wrage-Hansen

Certified Veterinary Technician 

I’ve lived in Dell Rapids all my life. Growing up in a rural community helped me develop a love for animals and I enjoyed taking care of them. I got my first opportunity to do that professionally when I was in high school. At sixteen, I became a Kennel Attendant at Dells Vet and cared for the pets that were boarding with us. After completing my education, I became a Certified Veterinary Technician and have continued working at Dells Vet. In addition to caring for animals, I’m also passionate about helping owners and teaching them more about their pets or livestock. Outside of work, my husband and I have four dogs, seven cats, two calves, and many ducks, turkeys, and chickens. I also enjoy riding and training my horses.

Alexis Nuño

Veterinary Assistant

I spent most of my childhood in Sioux City and since I was a young girl I’ve always wanted to work with animals. I studied at Iowa Tech Community College and also got working experience at a local clinic. I ultimately decided I wanted to further my education and that’s what led me to Dells Vet. I’m passionate about veterinary medicine for a lot of reasons but one of them is because I get to help make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners. At Dells Vet, I provide support to the veterinarians and technicians, quality care for the patients, and ensure a clean and comfortable environment. In my free time, I enjoy being with my dog. I also like to go exploring and taking pictures of things I find interesting, A lot of which are of my dog.

Courtney Durbin

Veterinary Assistant

I grew up in Georgetown, Maryland. I have always had a passion for animals as long as I can remember. As I grew interested in the love for medicine, I realized the best fit would be a career path in vet med.  Settling into the Sioux Falls area brought me to my position here at Dells Vet. My position here helps me further my knowledge in the healing and care of animals along with my own pets. Outside of work I enjoy curling up with a good book, working on my many craft projects and of course (weather permitting) I love to take my cat Balthazar out for a stroll around town.

Becky Dorn

Pre-vet student from SDSU

I grew up in Dell Rapids, South Dakota. Growing up riding along with my mom (Dr. Corale Dorn) on her emergency calls is what got me interested in this type of work. I have always felt like the clients are my family, it felt right to continue my education to serve my family. While in the clinic I am helping in various areas while in college from front desk, assisting in exam rooms, doing large animal work, surgery monitoring of hospitalized patients and helping keep the clinic clean. At SDSU I am currently taking Livestock Reproduction, Biochemistry, and Livestock Breeding & Genetics classes.  As well as fine tuning my skills by working at a dairy in Iowa. Outside of work, I Love to take naps. If I am not napping you will either catch me taking care of a new pet, I brought home or watching a crime tv show.

Audrey Cox

Veterinary Assistant

My name is Audrey Cox, and I grew up in Rocky Ford, Colorado, immersed in a rich farming and ranching heritage. Growing up on a farm, I was surrounded by animals every day, which nurtured my deep passion for working with them. From a young age, I realized that I wanted to pursue a career involving animals, leading me to enroll at STI to become a Veterinary Technician.

I started here at Dells Veterinary Services as a kennel attendant. Now, I’m a veterinarian assistant which I feel incredibly fortunate to be working alongside Dr. Dorn and her team, where I’m expanding my hands-on experience and knowledge in various aspects of care for both small animals and livestock. Currently, I’m in my first year at STI, with aspirations to earn my Veterinary Technician degree by the end of 2026.

In my free time, I enjoy exploring the great outdoors, fishing, and embarking on new adventures with my puppy, Bandit. I also cherish the moments I spend with my family and friends, making memories that I will treasure for a lifetime.

Dan Dorn

Executive Director

My family ran a farm in southwest Minnesota. This allowed me to be around animals from a young age and led me to pursue a career in the Ag field. I graduated from South Dakota State University with a degree in Agriculture Business and knew I wanted to work with not only animals but people too. This is one of the reasons my wife, Dr. Corale Dorn, and I opened Dells Vet. I’m passionate about helping producers reduce risk, increase their profitability, and make their life easier. Dell Rapids hasn’t just been a great community to work in but also to raise a famiy. We have three children, Justin, Emily, and Rebecca. I’m blessed to work with both amazing people and animals!

Stacey Klinnert

Client Service Representative

I grew up in Sioux Falls, not far from Dell Rapids, and later moved to an acreage near Baltic. My lifelong passion for animals and helping people led me to join the Dells Vet team. With years of experience in the business world, I now work as a Client Service Representative, collaborating with technicians and the doctor to provide the best care for our clients and their pets. Outside of work, I love spending time outdoors, cooking, hitting the gym, and enjoying quality moments with my three grown kids and wonderful grandchildren.

Torrie Tinant

Client Service Representative

I grew up in Valentine, Nebraska.  Being a fourth-generation cattle operator lead me on the path for a passion for animal health. I recently graduated from South Dakota State University in Brookings with a double major in Animal Health Science & Agricultural Science Degrees. My position here at Dells Vet is a CSR is giving me the opportunity to work directly with customers and their companions. I will be helping with the production animal side of things from chute jobs and vaccinations as well.   Being in this position will give me further knowledge of the small animal side of things and the veterinary technician world. In my free time I enjoy camping, gardening and helping family work cattle, in other words, being outside. I can also be found cuddling my Corgi; Bex while sitting in front of the tv watching “The Rookie.”

Jackie Nelson

Jackie has been in Dell Rapids for over 25 years. Her father, the late Dr. Nelson, would take her on all the farm calls. Jackie still enjoys going to the farms on her days off.