Our Veterinarian

Meet Your Pet’s Doctor & Staff

Dr. Rueger is the son of a pediatrician and a nurse, so he naturally thought about a medical career. 

Our Team

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Dr. William Rueger, Jr.

DVM, Owner

Years in Practice: 31
Education: Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Rueger is the son of a pediatrician and a nurse, so he naturally thought about a medical career. His family operated a farm in central Ohio, which helped develop his interest in caring for animals. After graduation from the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, he spent the first few years of his career treating horses, cows, goats, and sheep and house pets. He then decided to focus on small animal medicine & surgery and has been providing caring, quality medical care for the pets of the Anderson Township area for nearly thirty years. His hobbies include fishing and roasting coffee.

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Jeannie Araujo
Office Manager
Jeannie has worked in the veterinary field since 2008 and has been at Cherry Grove Animal Hospital since 2014. She earned her degree in Public Relations from Northern Kentucky University in 2006. Her hobbies include travel, music, anything related to The Vampire Diaries, watching hometown sporting events, and spending time with her family.
Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Angela West
Veterinary Assistant
Angela has dedicated herself to caring for the pets of Cherry Grove Animal Hospital since 2004. She enjoys spending time with her two children and Labrador Retriever, as well as hiking, biking, and new outdoor activities.
Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Sarah Conrad
Veterinary Assistant
Sarah Conrad has always loved animals and is excited to meet our clients and their fur babies. She is a momma to a very spoiled husky and a gecko. She hopes to rescue a kitten or puppy in the near future.
Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Susan Jones
Veterinary Assistant
Susan has been with Cherry Grove Animal Hospital since 1993 working hard every day at being an awesome animal health care provider. Her work interests include helping owners understand how to provide great at home care for their loved pets. Other hobbies include hot yoga, kayaking, hiking, and most outdoor activities. She is a self proclaimed foodie-sweet tooth activist and coffee consumer.
Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Denise Simmons
Kennel Assistant
Denise has been a member of the Cherry Grove team since October of 2001. She enjoys working with all the furbabies and clients. Her love for animals started at a very young age helping on her grandparents farm. She has two wonderful children and two stepsons. She has two dogs and six cats. She enjoys nature, hiking, wildlife, boating, and motorcycle riding with her husband.
Cherry Grove Animal Hospital - Dr. Rueger
Sherry Bevington
Receptionist
Sherry joined the Cherry Grove Animal Hospital team in April 2019. She brings six years of previous customer service experience. Sherry has two adult children in Minnesota and California. She enjoys visiting them when she can. Her other hobbies include fishing, cooking, and shooting pool with her husband, as well as spending time with her two rescue dogs.