For almost 20 years, Dr. Kim Ousley has been caring for animals large and small. Now, at Eastmont Animal Clinic and its associated service, The House Call Vet, Ousley finds continual joy in helping people help the companion animals they love.
How long have you been with Eastmont Animal Clinic and The House Call Vet?
10 years.
What made you want to be a vet?
I wanted to be a vet since I was 7 years old. My aspirations and goals were to become a marine mammal vet, and I had that opportunity directly out of vet school.
Where are you from?
I am originally from Perrysburg, Ohio. I chose Auburn University since it is known to have one of the best vet schools in the country. I have practiced all over the United States, and in Korea, covering several aspects of veterinary medicine, from marine mammals (dolphins, beluga whales and sea lions) and reptiles to rodents, dogs and cats.
What are your practice’s primary services?
We specialize in small animal medicine and surgery, and we are one of the few practices to offer house calls. We also offer dentistry, radiology, laser therapy, boarding and grooming.
What do you love about being a vet?
Ultimately, for me, being a vet is about respecting the human-animal bond and the unconditional love that our patients have for their owners. It is rewarding to treat animals but more so help people with the pets they love. That bond is amazing and can be stronger than human relationships.
What are your interests outside of work?
I also am a partner in a veterinary financial consulting business. My hobbies are water skiing, snow skiing, mountain biking and Crossfit. I also love training and working with horses and dogs.
What’s an accomplishment that you are particularly proud of?
I am most proud of my two wonderful daughters, 16 and 14, who are not only straight-A students, but have the character to back it too. I have worked very hard to teach them character by example.
Patient-Care Philosophy
Our motto is “Excellence in care and compassion in medicine.” My creed is, “Your baby is my baby. We treat all pets as if they were our own.
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