Dr. Brenda Johansen, Owner, Harmony Pet Care, Inc.
Dr. Johansen is a licensed veterinarian and 1997 graduate of the UW—Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. She completed her undergraduate work at the UW-Madison and Colorado State University. Dr. Johansen has been practicing exclusively in small animal medicine since graduation in both general and emergency practices. She has a special interest in laser and soft tissue surgery, anesthesia and internal medicine. When out of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and Collie Mix, Kelsie.
Dr. Johansen is federally accredited and a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association, the Waukesha Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association.
Dr. Mary Hartay, Veterinarian
Dr. Hartay earned her Bachelor’s degree in biology from Purdue University and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1993. She practices small animal medicine and surgery exclusively since graduation. Dr. Hartay has been active as a member of various veterinary organizations and served two years as the secretary-treasurer of the Milwaukee Veterinary Medical Association. In addition to quilting, crafting and volunteer work, Dr. Hartay spends her time with her husband, Scott, their two children, Annie and Matthew, and her two cats Emily and Edgar.
* Cheers to Retirement and A Lifetime of Wagging Tails *
After more than two decades of dedicated service to our patients, clients, and community, Dr. Mary Hartay will be retiring from Harmony Pet Clinic. While we are saddened to see her leave, we are incredibly grateful for the compassion and care she has shared with so many families over the years, and we are excited for her as she begins this next chapter of life.
Dr. Hartay asked us to share the following message with you:
“I am writing to inform you of my upcoming retirement as veterinarian at Harmony Pet Clinic. My last day in the clinic will be Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Dr. Brenda Johansen and the amazing support staff will continue to provide quality care to your 4-legged family members.
It has been a pleasure getting to know you and your pets. I thank you for the trust you have placed in me, allowing me to help care for your pets over these many years.”
Dr. Hartay has built countless meaningful relationships with both pets and their people throughout her career, and her presence at Harmony Pet Clinic will be deeply missed. Her kindness and commitment to excellent veterinary medicine have had a lasting impact on our clinic and the families we serve.
We want to reassure our clients that our team remains committed to providing the same compassionate, high-quality care you have come to expect from Harmony Pet Clinic. Dr. Johansen and our experienced support staff look forward to continuing to care for your pets and supporting your families for many years to come.
Please join us in wishing Dr. Hartay all the best in her well-earned retirement.
With gratitude,
Our doctors belong to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA).
JoAnn, CVT
Allison H., CVT
Alyana, Vet Asst.
Kelly, Vet Asst.
Sage, Vet Asst.
Judy, Customer Service Representative