Lainie Kringen-Scholtz, DVM
Licensed in South Dakota & Minnesota
(605) 480-2375
Address
45874 234th St
Wentworth, South Dakota 57075
The Team
Who We Are
Lainie Kringen-Scholtz
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Lainie Kringen-Scholtz is from Madison, SD. She attended South Dakota State University with a BS in Animal Science and then attended Iowa State University where she got her doctorate. After vet school, she attended Options for Animals for chiropractic training and CuraCore for acupuncture training. Her husband, Andy, is from Springfield, MN and is an agronomist at CHS. Lainie and Andy enjoy spending time working on their acreage, going to cattle shows, barrel racing, driving the team, and spending time with family.
Erin Whitehouse
Veterinary Nurse
Erin Whitehouse is from Colman, SD. She graduated from South Dakota State University with a BS in Animal Science and a minor in Equine Studies. Her passion for animals has been lifelong which led her into volunteering and working at the Brookings Regional Humane Society. From there, Erin became a veterinary technician where she continues to hone her skills today focused on equine medicine, acuscope, and myopulse. Erin and her fiancé, Josh Giese, enjoy hunting, paddle boarding, playing sports, and spending time with their family and fur children, Jobi, Jewel, and Gunther.
Rori Hartman
Veterinary Nurse
Rori grew up in Madison, South Dakota and three years ago she and her family moved to Ramona, South Dakota. She graduated from Oldham-Ramona-Rutland High School in 2025.
Outside of school, Rori enjoys trail riding, showing horses, and participating in rodeo events. She also values spending time with her friends and family.
One of Rori's biggest goals is to purchase an acreage and start her own rescue ranch, where she can provide care and shelter for animals in need.
