In 2003, Dr. Weekes opened the Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital. He earned a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1983 from Iowa State University and Bachelor of Science at North Dakota State University in 1978. He has extensive experience in internal medicine, surgery and many levels of emergency care. He previously worked as Hospital Director at Lynwood Veterinary Center. Lance and his family have lived in Duvall since 1997.