Meet Our Team!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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Veterinary Assistant

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