Meet Our Doctors

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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. Upon Graduation, Dr. Ervin moved to Logan, WV, to practice as a primary clinician for the Logan Animal Hospital. After 4 years, he accepted a position as an emergency veterinarian at the Tri-State Animal ER located in Ceredo-Kenova, WV. Dr Ervin's lifelong dream to own a veterinary hospital lead to his decision to return home and serve the community when he opened the Pomeroy clinic in 2011. Dr. Ervin continued that dream by adding two additional locations to Ohio Valley Animial Clinic in Wellston and Athens. Dr. Ervin resides in New Plymouth, Ohio with his wife, Ashley. Dr. Ervin has four children, Quinn, Rhemyngton, Canyon, and Coalson. His hobbies include anything outdoors, piloting small aircraft, archery, fitness, farming, scuba diving and sky diving.

 Dr. Delana McCoy is a 2023 graduate of Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. McCoy spent time working as a small animal/exotic veterinarian in Las Vegas, Nevada, before returning to the area to join OVAC. Dr. McCoy was born and raised in Ravenswood, WV and has a special interest in exotic animals, especially reptiles and amphibians. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her pets, traveling, and swimming. 

Suzy lives in Middleport, Ohio with her husband, Tyson and their daughter, Jenevieve. She has loved animals and cared for them for as long as she can remember. She has been in the vet field for 5+ years and counting. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her daughter, gardening, traveling and spending time with family and friends. 

Ashley lives in Pomeroy, Ohio with her husband, Keith and son, Jordan. They have 2 dogs and 2 cats, Oakley, Bourbon, Mr. Kitty and Coe. In her free time she loves watching her son play baseball and football, spending time with her family and traveling.

Natosha grew up in Mason County but now resides in Meigs County with her husband Joey and their daughter, Scarlett. Natosha is currently enrolled in Penn Foster where she is about to complete the Veterinary Assistant program. She has two dogs, Loki and Bosa and two cats, Wilber and Luna. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors. 

Kiesha lives in Middleport, Ohio with her husband and 3 children. She has always had a love for animals, and enjoys making a difference in the every day world. She enjoys spending time with her family, fishing, and spending time with her pets. 

Caelin lives in Portland, Ohio with her fiance Dylan. She has three dogs, Remmy, Coon and Daisy and two cat, Merlot and Tini. Caelin graduated from The Ohio State University with her bachelor's in animal science and will be attending The Ohio State University this fall the pursue her dream to become a veterinarian. She has always had a passion for helping people and animals. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and playing with her pets. 

Candice grew up in Pennsylvania, but now resides in Wellston with her daughter, 4 dogs and 2 cats. She has always had a love for animals and wanted to work in the veterinarian field. In her free time she loves spending time with her daughter, and enjoys being outdoors. 

Debi grew up in Albany, Ohio but currently resides in Athens, Ohio with her husband, and their 2 kids. Her love for animals started at a very young age and her desire to help people care for their animals grew just as much as she grew older. Her hobbies include caring for her many animals, outdoor activities and spending time with her family and friends. 

Vicki lives in Vinton County with her husband and many critters. She enjoys all types of animals and has worked in several animal shelters through the years. She enjoys tending to her furry crew and spending time with her kids, grandkids, and church family.  

Rayya was raised in Athens, Ohio. She graduated high school from Federal Hocking where she was an active member in the FFA. She is currently enrolled in Penn Foster. Helping animals has always been Rayya‘s passion. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her  daughter, Teagan.