Meet Our Team!
Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Brookfield Animal Hospital! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Get To Know Our Team!
We are solely dedicated to your pet’s care! We look forward to getting to know you, and we hope you’ll take the time to scroll down and get to know us.
Our Doctors
Dr. Silke Bogart, DVM
DVM
Dr. Silke Bogart was raised in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. Growing up with a Great Dane, a Newfoundland, and a horse, she developed an early interest in helping animals. She graduated from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992. She practiced in Buffalo, NY and Long Island until she and her husband, Dr. Michael Dattner, purchased Brookfield Animal Hospital in 1999.
Dr. Bogart’s special interests include ultrasound and internal medicine. Dr. Bogart is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association. She is also the hospital’s USDA accredited veterinarian for international travel documents.
Dr. Bogart loves traveling, hiking with their dogs, music and skiing. Drs. Dattner & Bogart have two children together, Alexa and Kyle, their cats Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, their shepherd mix Kita, and their Labrador mix Jack.
Dr. Dattner, DVM
DVM
Dr. Michael Dattner was born and raised in Queens, NY. Having always wanted to be a veterinarian, he received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University in 1994 where he met his wife Dr. Silke Bogart. After practicing on Long Island, he and his wife purchased Brookfield Animal Hospital, then known as Animal Medical Clinic, in 1999.
Dr. Dattner enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, especially surgery and dermatology. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the American Association of Feline Practitioners.
In his spare time, Dr. Dattner enjoys downhill skiing, strength training and water sports. Drs. Dattner & Bogart have two children together, Alexa and Kyle, their cats Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, their shepherd mix Kita, and their Labrador mix Jack.
Dr. Chris Mixon, DVM
DVM
Dr. Mixon has been practicing veterinary medicine for 26 years, since receiving his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at The University of Florida in 1996. After graduating, he practiced in St. Petersburg, Florida, for one year. From there he moved to the Orlando, Florida area to work at and eventually purchased Alafaya Trail Animal Hospital, where he stayed until 2006. In 2006, Dr. Mixon and his family moved to Connecticut where he purchased Newtown Veterinary Center in Newtown. At the end of 2017, after being the sole veterinarian for eleven years, he made the professional and personal decision to join the staff here at Brookfield Animal Hospital.
Dr. Mixon’s veterinary interests are many, but he particularly enjoys orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery. He also has an interest in preventive healthcare with a focus on client education as well as good nutrition and lifestyle. Dr. Mixon is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association.
When Dr. Mixon isn’t spending time with his wife and young adult children, he is a musician who plays the guitar and drums, and spends much of his leisure time in the outdoors.
Our Staff
Kim, Practice Manager
I began working at Brookfield Animal Hospital in May of 2025, bringing with me over 20 years of experience in the veterinary field. Throughout my career, I’ve managed an emergency and specialty hospital as well as several small animal practices. My passion for animals and my love for working with people led me to join the Brookfield team.
Over the years, I’ve had all kinds of pets, from birds and hamsters to fish and dogs. No creature has ever been off limits! I hope to add goats, a pig, and at least two dogs to the mix.
When I am not at work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, which includes my wonderful husband, four amazing daughters, and one energetic grandson who keeps me on my toes.
Renee, Lead Veterinary Technician
Lead Veterinary Technician
I have two pets. Conan is a six year old male Belgian Malinois mix who always keeps us on our toes. Percy is a six year old male cat. He was rescued off the mean streets of Brooklyn, NY and is a very happy cat now.
I enjoy the client education part. I love knowing I am making a difference in not only the pets’ lives but also the owners’.
In my free time, I like crafts, paddle boarding, hiking and reading. I love spending quality time with my family and fur babies.
Bethany, Lead Client Services Representative
Lead Client Services Representative
I have a sweet cat named Moonshine. She is seven years old and is a tuxedo cat (black and white). She is extra spicy when she comes for her yearly hospital wellness visits!
I love hiking with my family, and photography.
Aimee, Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
I have two dogs, two cats, and a Bearded Dragon. Saphira is a nine year old Bearded Dragon and I adopted her from another family. Eros is a one and a half year old Shepherd / Pt mix. I rescued him from a kill shelter in NJ. Fenris is a four year old Pit mix, rescued from P.A.W.S. Hermes is a one year old snow shoe cat, rescued from here in Brookfield. Merlin is a four year old tuxedo cat, rescue from Georgia.
I love building relationships with the clients have having them trust me with their pets. I enjoy meeting and interacting with different animals and helping them feel better – and knowing I made a difference.
In my free time, I love singing and art. I love hiking, trail running, camping, fishing, bowling, softball and anything outdoors. I also love spending time with my animals, reading and gaming.
Tanner, Client Service Representative
Client Service Representative
I have two dogs, two cats and nine chickens. Piper is a six year old Australian Shepherd. She is a very active herding dog and loves to herd the cats. Goose is a four year old Hound mix. He is a couch potato who prefers to be in physical contact with his humans at all times. Eloise is nine year old long-haired Tortie with the typical Tortie “tude”! Tilly is a four year old brown tabby. She has neurological issues but she’s my lap-warmer.
I enjoy problem solving client issues and forming relationships with the clients and their pets.
In my free time, I like to spend time with my family and friends, and gardening.
Brittany, Client Service Representative
Client Service Representative
I have a dog and two cats. Rylee is a Corgi. She can be a grumpy old lady, but once she gets to know you, she will always be happy to see you. She’s my shadow, so wherever I am at home, that’s where she is! Mama is a lynx point Siamese. She is the sweetest cat ever. She loves people and cuddling and likes to knock whatever is in your hand so you can pet her instead. Phoebe is a tiger cat who loves to sing but is also very shy.
I enjoy creating relationships and earning the trust of our clients and their pets.
I love to read!! I love to escape to another world in book form. My favorite genre is fantasy/romance. I also love spending time with family and friends and doing fun things with them. My husband and I love to do escape rooms.
Tiffany, Veterinary Technician
I have a shepherd-schnauzer mix named Teddy, a one-eyed cat named Brett (Brettington when he gets into trouble), and a Quarter Horse named Dallas.
I love working with animals and I especially enjoy being able to help the surgeon with orthopedic surgeries.
In my free time, I love to ride Dallace, shop with my dog, and read non-fiction.
Devin, Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
I have three dogs, a cat and a horse. Dierks is a three year old male Aussie, Clementine is a ten year old female Pittie, and Guinness is a two year old male Dutch Shepherd mix. Appa is a one year old cat, and Tex is my seven year old male Blue Roan horse.
I love being the voice for the ones that have no voice. I like to help the pets live their best life happy and healthy.
I love to go on adventures, day trips, and hiking with my dogs. I spend a lot of my time at the barn riding my horse and getting ready for shows. I like to spend time on the water (boat, kayak, and fishing). I also love spending time with family (especially Gram).
Katie, Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
I have a 12 year old cat named tinkerbell. She is a senior rescue. She is fiery and loves her head pet. She also loves to play like age is nothing by a number.
I enjoy seeing newly adopted patients with their forever owners and hearing the joy of the clients when they say their pet is feeling better.
I like to listen to music and audio books. I also like to work out and hang out with my friends.
Jess, Veterinary Assistant
I have four cats, and all are rescues. Princess Sylvanas Momma Kitty is a Siamese Manx mix. She runs the house. Pharaoh is a tiger who loves to play and can jump crazy high. Lunar is dark gray with stripes, and he is my crazy, feral zoomy cat. Maggie is a sassy, spicy calico who likes to cuddle on her terms.
I like knowing I put owners at ease when they have to board their pets. I love meeting all the animals and getting to know them.
In my free time, I like to play World of Warcraft on my computer, read, explore outdoors, and of course, hang with animals whenever I get the chance.
Ashleigh, Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
I have two dogs named DJ and Peyton, two birds named Sunny and Luna, and two bunnies named Bugs and Edward! All of them get along very well together and are extremely socialized and sweet! They all love to watch each other around the house!
I love being able to make patients feel comfortable and adjust to their needs and temperament. Making patients feel better is very rewarding! I love to make clients feel comfortable as well knowing their animals are in good hands!
In my free time, I really enjoy nature, hiking, kayaking and hanging out with friends! I’m also a video game enthusiast
Ava, Veterinary Assistant
I have two dogs and one cat. Pip is a 9-year-old lab mix who has never met a stranger and will do anything for a belly rub. Nevis is a 3-year-old Great Dane who is convinced he is a lap dog. And Toothless is an 8-year-old black cat who is the queen of the house.
I love helping pets live happy and healthy lives and making sure the client’s needs are taken care of. I love knowing I get to make a difference for both the patients and clients.
In my free time, I enjoy paddle boarding and going on hikes with my dogs. I also love to read, especially horror and psychological thriller books.
Madelyn, Veterinary Assistant
I have two dogs; both are adorable Pitbulls. One is named Layla; she’s five years old and loves to nap. The other is named Ash, and she’s five months old.
I love taking care of animals and broadening my knowledge in veterinary medicine. It’s always rewarding getting to be a part of a team that cares for our patients and clients!
I like to go on hikes, enjoy the beach, and spend time with my family!
Mia, Client Services Representative
Arlo is my three year old Sharpei / Australian Shepherd mix who absolutely loves food! Tucker, is a terrier mix who loves to run and play with toys.
I enjoy seeing all the different kinds of pets and knowing when clients leave, their pet has received careful and loving treatment from our veterinarians!
I enjoy reading and playing with my dogs!
Lizzy, Client Service Representative
I have a pretty princess at home, a Morkie named Charlie! She is an 11-year-old fluffy ball of joy, who loves playing with toys and getting treats. She also loves wearing cute little dresses and being the center of attention, which she always deserves to be, of course!
I am thrilled to work with the team of lovely, hardworking women at the reception desk and to be surrounded by cats and dogs whenever I come into work.
Outside of the hospital, I am an actor, director, and theater producer, and I am always involved in a variety of creative projects, both locally in Connecticut and in New York.
Liz, Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
I love having a passion for helping animals and making sure clients’ needs are taken care of. I love making clients happy and helping animals.
In my free time, I like hiking, photography, kayaking and enjoying nature.
Dr. Whiskercloud
Veterinarian
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