Meet OUR TEAM

Meet the veterinarians and team of Oates Veterinary Clinic below. We’re pleased to provide exceptional veterinary care for your pets!

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We are solely dedicated to your pet’s care! We look forward to getting to know you and hope you’ll take the time to scroll down and get to know us.

DOCTORS

DR. NATASHA WEAVER-DYER

Dr. Kelsey Oakley

Veterinarian

Dr. Kelsey Oakley is a 2014 graduate of the University of Findlay where she majored in Animal Science/ Pre-Veterinary Sciences and Biology with a Chemistry minor. She then attended Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine where she graduated with the class of 2018. She currently resides in Kenton on a small farm where she has a small herd of goats. She also has a band of beloved misfit dogs, many of whom she has rescued over the years.

Dr. Oakley enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as spending time on the farm. She also enjoys reading, baking, antiquing, and watching college football-especially the Iowa State Cyclones.

TEAM

BRITTNEY

BRITTNEY P.

Practice Manager

Brittney's Bio

Brittney has been a Practice Manager since 2016 and is passionate about advocating for animals and educating clients on the best ways to care for their pets. She believes every pet deserves to be treated like family and takes pride in being a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Outside the clinic, Brittney enjoys exploring national parks, camping, crocheting, and other creative hobbies. She and her husband are also enjoying life as new parents to twins. During hockey season, you can usually find Brittney cheering on the Pittsburgh Penguins!

KAILEY

KAILEY V.

Customer Service Representative

Kailey's Bio

Kailey has been part of the veterinary field for over 5 years and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service to both pets and their families. She enjoys helping clients feel informed and confident when making decisions about their pet’s care.

When she’s away from the clinic, Kailey enjoys reading, video games, and road trips with her family.

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Rowan C.

Veterinary Assistant
Rowan's Bio
Rowan has worked in veterinary medicine for nearly 2 years and is passionate about supporting pet owners through both joyful and difficult moments. She prides herself on offering compassion, patience, and gentle care, especially for nervous or fearful patients.

Outside of work, Rowan enjoys quilting, painting, theater and musicals, reading, and spending time with her own animals.

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Anjel

Veterinary Assistant

Anjel's Bio
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MADDIE

MADDIE

Veterinary Assistant

Maddie's Bio
Madison joined Oates Veterinary Clinic in June 2021 and loves being part of a team that helps pets feel their best. She takes pride in teamwork, continuous learning, and seeing patients improve and recover.

In her free time, Madison enjoys shopping, traveling, boating, spending time outdoors, and making memories with family.

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Aryel B.

Veterinary Assistant

Aryel's Bio
Aryel has been working in veterinary medicine for 3 years and is passionate about providing compassionate, empathetic care to every patient she meets. She believes in treating each pet like her own while helping clients feel supported and informed throughout their visit. Aryel especially enjoys educating clients about their pets and continuing to grow her veterinary skills every day.

Outside of work, Aryel enjoys spending time with her cats, gardening, reading books, fishing, hiking, and making memories with her husband.

KAYLYN

KAYLYN

Registered Veterinary Technician

Kaylyn's Bio
Kaylyn is a 2014 graduate of Brown Mackie College in Findlay, Ohio. She has been a practicing technician since October 2014 and has been on our team since March 2022. Kaylyn enjoys working with both small and large animal. She grew up and still resides in Huntsville, Ohio. Her pets include four dogs, four cats, a horse, and numerous chickens. Kaylyn enjoys spending time with her husband and their four children. In her spare time, she likes to go fishing and kayaking.

RETIRED DOCTORS

DR. CAROL OATES

DR. CAROL OATES

Veterinarian

Dr. Carol Oates purchased this veterinary clinic from a local veterinarian, Dr. Curtis, in 1971 upon her graduation from The Ohio State University. The hospital was much smaller than and has had two significant expansions throughout the years, the last being in 1998. Dr. Carol’s husband, Gary, a local farmer with a degree in dairy science (The Ohio State University 67), helps ensure everything is in proper working order at the clinic.

Carol is originally from Fairborn, Ohio (near the Dayton area) but has lived in Kenton since 1971. She and Gary enjoy being in the great outdoors. Carol has several hobbies. In particular, she enjoys harvesting maple syrup and tending her apiary (beehives) with her sister, Linda.