Veterinarian Overview
When Dr. Lagasse was 10 or 11 years old growing up on a small farm northeast of Rolla, ND, his father had to call the local veterinarian to do a caesarian on a heifer. Dr. Helen Knutt came out to their farm and did the surgery in the barn. His mother who knew that her son did not like the sight of blood (as it turns out, only human blood), did not want him to watch. But he was fascinated and watched the whole procedure. Ever since that night, he has wanted to be a veterinarian.Dr. Lagasse attended North Dakota State University for his undergraduate work and eventually graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary medicine in 1992. After working as an associate veterinarian in Devils Lake, ND for nearly three years, he bought Rugby Veterinary Service in 1995. Although a very rural practice, the area has provided a balanced mix of small and large animal caseload. The variety of this type of mixed animal practice is both challenging and continuously rewarding.When time allows, Dr. Lagasse's hobbies include camping, hiking, bike riding, and hunting. Faith is a very important aspect of his life. Dr. Lagasse, who is a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Rugby, is ordained as a permanent deacon serving the Diocese of Fargo. He also enjoys spending time with his wife Denise, son Michael, and their many pets, most of which have been adopted from the city pound.
