Meet The Team

 Pomeroy Location:

Dr. Josh Ervin, owner and operator of Ohio Valley Animal Clinic is a 2007 Graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He was born and raised on a beef farm in Racine, Ohio, where he resides today  on the family farm. Upon Graduation, Dr. Ervin moved to Logan,WV, to practice at and operate the Logan Animal Hospital. After 4 years, he accepted a position as an emergency veterinarian at the Tri State Animal ER located in Huntington,WV. Dr Ervin's lifelong dream has been to own a veterinary hospital leading to his decision to return home and serve the community. His hobbies include anything outdoors, archery, power lifting, farming and sky diving. 

Wellston Location:

Dr. Perry is a 2016 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She grew up on a farm in Johnstown, Ohio, where she cared for many animals including horses, pigs, llamas, goats, chickens, and ducks. She was active in 4-H and the United States Pony Club. Dr. Perry got her start in veterinary medicine with a job as an assistant in a mixed animal veterinary practice in her hometown during her senior year of high school. That experience fueled her interest to attend Otterbein University for her undergraduate degree in Equine Science. Dr. Perry focused on food animal medicine while attending veterinary school, but still maintains a passion for mixed animal veterinary medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Perry enjoys spending time shooting skeet and target shooting, going off-roading with her 4-wheeler and rail buggy, and traveling.

 Athens Location:

Dr. Kenny Kotani joined Ohio Valley Animal Clinic as an Associate Veterinarian in July 2017. He grew up in rural western Maryland and then received an Animal Science degree from the University of Georgia, He then went on to the St. George's University in Grenada, West Indies to obtain a veterinary degree and a life experience. His veterinary interest include public health, soft tissue surgery and neurology. His hobbies are being outdoors (hiking, rock climbing). playing sports and hanging out with his girlfriend Amanda and their dogs Dexter and Mace. Dr. Kotani is excited about joining the Athens Community! 

 Kayla grew up in Athens County Ohio, graduating from Federal Hocking High School in 2009. Kayla is also employed by Shade on State in Athens. She helps coach the Fed Hock 7th and 8th grade Middle School Volleyball teams. She plans on furthering her education at Columbus State Community College, pursing a degree for Veterinary technician. In her free time she enjoys painting, fishing and being with her family and friends. 

 Kim lives in Salem Center on a 120 acre family farm, "Hickory Tree Farm" with her husband Lee Williams and 2 children, Courtnee and Zach. They raise cattle and sheep for the kids to show at the Meigs County Fair. She loves working with the animals and spend time with her family. 

 Katie was born and raised in Shade, OH. She resides in Athens County with her husband Dwayne, daughter Paisley, 4 horses, Bucky, Lucky, Ed and Kawliga and 3 dogs Ginnie, Mollie and Boone. She was active in 4-H and FFA through Alexander High School and attended Hocking College completing an Associates Degree in Equine Health Care and Complimentary Therapies. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hunting, fishing, horseback riding and jeeping. 

 ​Taylor was born and raised on a small horse farm in Jackson OH. She discovered her love for horses at a young age. Then decided to turn it into a career. She worked in the veterinary field for two years, before coming to OVAC June 2014. Where she could work with both small and large animals. She resides in Cutler OH with her Australian Shepherds Ty and Logan, She enjoys her quality time with her  Quarter horse, Diva. She enjoys horseback riding, barrel racing, hunting, kayaking, spending time with her friends and family, and walking her dogs. 

 Haley was raised in Athens, Ohio. She discovered her love and passion for animals at a young age. She graduated from Alexander High School and was involved in both 4-H and FFA. Haley  enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, shooting guns and most of all being with her dog, Bow. 

 ​Pennie is a lifelong resident of Athens County. She was an active member of 4-H and FFA at Alexander High School and attended Hocking College in the Ohio Peace Office Basic Training program. As a seventeen year veteran police officer she continues as a supervisor currently. She is a full time student at Ohio Christian University pursuing a PhD in social work to practice independent clinical therapy for emergency personnel and grief sufferers. Pennie lives with her husband Robert and her children. She enjoys spending time with her family, her Mastiff Abby, her Shepard Zeus, and riding their horses Ace, Tucker, Booz, Mac, and her newest addition Cody,  

 Taylor was raised in Gallia County and has always had a passion for animals of all shapes and sizes. She graduated from Gallia Academy High School in 2014 and has since been attending college at Ohio University. Taylor currently resides in Athens with her two German Shepherds, Kato and Hugo, her rescue pup, Meeka, and her high school sweetheart, Cody. When she isn't working or studying, she enjoys free time with her dogs, visiting with family, hunting, fishing, and Grey's Anatomy. 

 Larissa resides in Rutland, Ohio with her husband, Tyson, their 2 3 dogs, Copper, Lady and Timber along with their 25 chickens. Larissa graduated from Meigs High School in 2012. In her free time, she enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with her family. 

 ​Kali lives in Waverly, Ohio with her husband Jordan and their many fur babies. Millie,Tillie, Diesel and Maverick the K9s, Elsa the Feline, and Andy the Equine. Kali started working in a veterinary office in 2012 after completing two years in the vet assisting program at Shawnee State University. She joined the OVAC team in March of 2017. In her spare time Kali likes spending time with family, barrel racing, and shopping. 

 Caitlin moved to Jackson, Ohio from Reidsville, North Carolina in 2006. She graduated from Jackson High School in 2012, with intentions of pursuing a career working with animals. She has worked in a veterinary office since 2015 and is currently attending Penn Foster College online veterinary technician program. She current resides in Jackson County with her rescue dog, Rocko. She enjoys reading, hiking, drawing, horror movies, and going out with her friends whenever she has free time.
 

 Cindy grew up in Meigs county with her family near Rutland, Ohio. She enjoys her quality time her 3 girls and her husband. In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors and enjoying the good life with the family dog, Johnny Cash! 

Carrie recently moved to Wellston, originally from Delaware, Ohio. Carrie graduated from Colonel Crawford High school.  She has two children Cierra and Mitchell and 3 cats Dennis, Missy Mae and Bella. In Carrie’s free time she enjoys participating in local 5K’s with friends, attending OSU football games, watching MLB (Go Phillies) and motorcycle riding. 

 Marissa grew up in the small town of Coolville, Ohio and graduated from Warren High School in 2014. Currently she is a 4th rear senior at Ohio University working towards her Biology degree. Her passion is caring for and working with animals. After completing her biology degree she on eventually applying to vet school to become a Veterinarian. When she isn't working or studying she likes to go hiking, horseback riding, and watching Netflix. 

 Joseph Crabtree, age 28 of Wellston, was born at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, Ohio on August 30th, 1987. He is the only child of Toni and Joey Crabtree and has resided in Wellston since age 2. He currently lives with his girlfriend Jane, two husky sisters named Leeloo and Alice, his tarantula Matilda and leopard gecko Lance. Having been exposed to many different kinds of animals since a child, Joseph has always carried with him a genuine passion for all creatures. Aside from his duties at OVAC, he enjoys nature, books, music and any medium of artistic expression. Joseph is a self taught musician, songwriter and recording engineer who has been performing for nearly twenty years. He is very grateful and happy to be working with such friendly folks and to have the opportunity to help the animals in his community. 

 LeDeana grew up on a farm in Racine, OH but moved to Mason, WV in 2013. She graduated from Wahama High School in 2017. She found her love for animals at a young age. She barrel raced horses ever since she was 4 until 16. She currently lives in Pomeroy on a farm called "White's High Low Farms" with her grandparents, raising many different species of animals and showing Dexter cattle. LeDeana enjoys showing cattle, horseback riding, bowling, hunting, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.