Meet Our Team
Veterinarians
Dr. Amberly Van Hulzen
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Amberly graduated from ISU College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023 and has been with Sac Veterinary Clinic since. Dr. Amberly works with both large and small animals, and especially enjoys surgeries and pregnancy checking cattle. She lives outside of Sac City with her husband Andrew, son Izaiah, dog Jim Croce, and many farm cats. In her free time she enjoys going on walks with her family (and fur family), gardening, painting, and home improvement projects. Her favorite part of being a veterinarian is forming lasting relationships with clients and seeing a once sick pet go home to their family happy and healthy.
Dr. Kurt Van Hulzen
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Don Nadrchal
Veterinarian
Dr. Don Nadrchal graduated from ISU College of Veterinary Medicine in 1985. His first and only job as a veterinarian was at Animal Health Center (now SVC) which first began in Lytton and expanded into Sac City. As a mixed animal veterinarian, he has helped both farm animals and companion animals throughout his career. Dr. Don lives on an acreage outside of Sac City with his wife Julie. Don and Julie have two adult sons, David (wife Katie) and Daniel (wife Judy), a granddaughter, Elena, and a grandson, Calvin. In his free time Dr. Don enjoys hiking, camping, scuba diving, and working on projects in his workshop. His favorite part of being a veterinarian is being able to make our client's lives better by helping their pets.
Dr. Dave Striegel
Veterinarian
Dr. Dave Striegel is a 1974 graduate of ISU College of Veterinary Medicine. He started Animal Health Center out of his home in Lytton, IA in the 80's. Since graduation he primarily serves our clients as an experienced large animal veterinarian, helping both cattle and swine farmers succeed with their operations. Dr. Striegel is an avid Iowa State Cyclones fan and enjoys growing trees and working in the garden in his free time. He and his wife Terry live in Sac City.
Support Staff
Emily Horton
Veterinary Assistant
Emily joined our practice in April 2024. Emily grew up in Sac City with 5 brothers and at least two pets at any given time. She now lives with her husband, Drew, and a 12 year old German Shorthair Pointer, Mila, still in Sac City. In her freetime she enjoys camping, kayaking, and cooking outdoors. Her favorite part of her job is learning something new everyday!
Julie Wheelock
Veterinary Assistant
Julie grew up in Lytton and still calls it home with her husband Ryan and her three kids. In December 2025 she joined the Sac Veterinary Clinic, bringing with her over 7 years of both small and large animal veterinary technician experience. Outside of work, Julie enjoys staying active by attending local sporting events, kayaking, and spending time with her family. Her favorite part of being on the SVC team is getting to serve people and animals in her local community!