About Us

About Us

We have to admit – we love what we do. We are happy with our mission to make this world a happier place for dogs, cats, snakes, guinea pigs… the list goes on. Please contact us for more information about boarding reservations, food and medication refills, class offerings, and other services provided by Kibby Park Animal Hospital.

At our hospital, we strive to offer you the complete veterinary experience! Our friendly, welcoming receptionists and office manager strive to offer you and your pet top notch service. The helpful, compassionate veterinary assistants excel at patient care and are happy to go the extra mile by helping you bring your pet in and out of the hospital should you need assistance and carrying out medications and food if necessary. The veterinary technicians and veterinarians complete many hours of continuing education each year and enjoy sharing their information and experiences with you during your visit. We offer the most current and complete medical approaches and look forward to answering any questions regarding specific veterinary needs.

Meet the Team

Veterinarians

Dr. Owings

Dr. Owings

What is your position within the clinic?
Practice Owner and veterinarian at KPAH

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I grew up in the Jackson area and I worked at KPAH as a college student. Drs. Greene and Kirt were instrumental in motivating me to become a veterinarian. Pattie Swartout, LVT, taught me about the importance of excellent nursing care for veterinary patients and was also important in helping me to develop my skills as a veterinary practitioner. I purchased KPAH in 2007 from Dr. Kirt and have loved seeing the practice grow, thanks to our amazing staff, clients, and patients.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
My daughter, Miranda is seventeen and is a senior at Lumen Christi. My son, Owen, is nineteen and is a Lumen Christi graduate. Both have a great love for nature and for animals… we have three dogs, three cats, and a breaded dragon at home and two cats which serve as the mascots/managers at KPAH.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
Having served our Jackson Community and our state on several boards and committees in the past, I am currently the President of the Barkley and LuLu Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the sterilization of cats (The Jackson Cat Project) and providing funding for medical and surgical care for pets in our community. I am also a member of the Legislative Advisory Committee for the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association, as well as the MHS Opioid Stewardship Collaborative.

I love spending time with my work colleagues, my friends, and my family. I enjoy traveling and reading, as well as boating and exploring nature. I love dark chocolate and craft cocktails. I am inspired by the devotion and loyalty of my patients and my adoration for my chosen vocation is still growing.

Dr. Halsey

Dr. Halsey

What is your position within the clinic?
Veterinarian

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
My family brought our pets here growing up and worked here as a Kennel Assistant during college. I spent time observing there during vet school and that was when I met Dr. Owings. Years later, when she called me and offered me a job, I jumped at the chance and we have been working here happily since.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
My husband Kit, daughter Katherine and our 3 cats Tucker, Dylan, and Penny Lou. We enjoy going on walks, getting ice cream, and swimming at the grandparents.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I love to work in my vegetable garden and weed. Being outside in the sunshine surrounded by green is very relaxing for me. I also love to travel with my husband and we’ve had a lot of trips, but most of them end up in the UK to visit family and friends.

Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Liz

Liz

What is your position within the clinic?
Licensed Vet Technician

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I grew up in the Jackson and moved to the Grass Lake area after I got married. After graduating from MSU Veterinary Technology Program, I worked in Livonia for several years then started working at Crossroads Animal Hospital with Dr. Owings in 2000. Dr. Owings purchased Kibby Park in 2007, I came here to work with her.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I have been married to Devin for 29 years. I have 2 sons, Ethan and Jayden (who are both adults, but I fear may never leave). Our family loves music. We frequently attend concerts and both my boys are in a band together, which we love watching.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I love physical fitness. I have completed many 5k’s, 10k’s and triathlons. I love training my dogs and have titled my Siberian Husky in Obedience, Rally and Agility. I also enjoy playing acoustic guitar and sometimes my family even lets me jam with them. I also enjoy, some chill time…. reading a good book and drinking some good bourbon.

Ginni

Ginni

What is your position within the clinic?
I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I have lived all over the Eastern part of the US before settling in Michigan in 1999. Just when I was ready to go back to Pennsylvania, I met my husband and here I stay. I always wanted to be in the veterinary field, but lost that dream in high school. Many years later, a life changing event put me back in school and here I am living my dream.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
My people include my hubby, Scott, my daughter Cadi and my son Dustin. We share 2 pit bulls, Kiki and Pickles, 3 kitties, Banjo, Fiddle, and Cello, 3 guinea pigs, Smores, Toupee, and Shiloh and 1 bearded Dragon Peach. The family enjoy outdoor activities, crafting, and cooking. The four-legged animals enjoy playing with toys and snuggling.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I love to geocache, craft, do all things outdoorsy, and camping. One of my biggest accomplishments was going back to school as an adult, wife, mother, and part time employee to fulfill my lifelong dream. One day when I “retire”, I would like to own a dog hospice center. One of my largest passions is watching my daughter play softball and my son playing football and baseball. Their happiness brings me my greatest joy.

Tiffany

Tiffany

What is your position within the clinic?
Licensed Veterinary Technician

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I’ve lived in Michigan my whole life. I did my internship at Kibby Park and was offered a job a few months after graduating in 2010 from Baker College.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and cats. My hobbies include- Reading, crafting, making jewelry, music and movies.

Ginni

Riley

What is your position within the clinic?
I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I have lived in the Hanover/Jackson area basically my whole life. I attended Lumen Christi for high school, and went to college at Lourdes University in Sylvania, OH where I received my bachelor’s degree and played collegiate basketball. I continued my education in veterinary medicine while attending Baker College for my veterinary technician degree. I worked out in Jonesville for a while as a veterinary assistant, and then while at my internship at Kibby Park I transferred here after graduation in 2023. Throughout the years, I have loved working with all sorts of cases such as emergencies, general wellness visits, and of course puppy/ kitten appointments!

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
My family consists of my parents, Mike and Jennifer, along with my brother Canyon. I have quite a few fur-babies that I love cuddling and taking walks with. I have a Boxer/Lab Mix Reeses who is 10 years old, Chubbs “Bubs” who is 15, Tuna Noodle is 6, Midnight is 5, Archie is 3, Graycin and Bogey are 2. My family loves bonfires, kayaking, cook-outs, movie nights, and walks with Reese! We also love to take trips up to Lake Michigan, especially Grand Haven and Muskegon.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
My personal interests are golfing, kayaking, camping, bonfires, music, playing sports (basketball), and spending time with family and friends. I love to laugh and crack jokes. At the end of a long day, you can find me snuggling my fur-babies and/ or working out! I also love to watch sports, especially Michigan. Go Blue! I love working with animals and to be the voice for the voiceless.

Veterinary / Kennel Assistants

sherri

Morgann

What is your position within the clinic?
Hello, I am Morgann and I am a Veterinarian Assistant here at Kibby Park Animal Hospital.

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I’ve lived in Parma/Jackson my whole life. My good friend used to work here and she put in a good word for me. I’ve always wanted to work in a Veterinarian Clinic.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I have two brothers; I am the middle child. I enjoy watching movies with my family, and just being with them.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I enjoy running, I’ve even ran a marathon. I enjoy reading, and hanging out with my dog, friends, and family.

ali

Ali

What is your position within the clinic?
I am a receptionist, animal care attendant and veterinary assistant.

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I have family that has taken their pets to Kibby Park for a long time.  With my interests in the animal world, they recommended reaching out to Kibby Park to help get my foot in the door.  I contacted Dr. Owings, expressing my goals and interests, and she offered me a position as an animal care attendant.  I was curious about all aspects of the hospital and wanted to learn more so, I eventually cross-trained as a receptionist and assistant.  I couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunity that Dr. Owings has given me!!

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I reside in Hillsdale living with my boyfriend (Paul), my sister (Ava) and my two cats (Dippy) and (Valencia).  The things that I enjoy doing most with my family is attending my sisters track meets, having Sunday breakfasts together and going to the campground on the weekends to relax.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
My personal interests are doing all forms of art-particularly spray paint art, going to the gym, cooking, and gardening.

sherri

Jaydn

What is your position within the clinic?
Vet Assistant

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I grew up in Jackson my whole life.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I enjoy spending time with my mom in Florida and visiting with my aunt.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
My favorite thing to do outside of work is to work with my cattle dogs, as well as spending time riding horses.

Chris

Chris

What is your position within the clinic?
Animal Care Attendant

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
Retired from previous career and was looking for part time job with less stress.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?

  • Sarah (wife) been married 23 years.
  • Erin (19) daughter, attending University of Toledo in the nursing program.
  • Isabel (16) daughter, attends Lumen Christi and is a junior.
  • Asher (Giant Schnoodle)- Thinks he’s human
  • Circles (cat)- Bosses the dog around and does whatever she wants.

I enjoy going on trips with my wife and hanging out with our neighbors. I enjoy hanging out with my daughter, Erin when she is home from college. I enjoy watching my daughter, Isabel play soccer. What I enjoy the most, is spending time with my dog, Asher.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
My personal interests are golfing, exercising, outdoor activities and lawn care.

olivia

Olivia

What is your position within the clinic?
Kennel Assistant

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I volunteered at Kibby Park Animal Hospital for a few years, then I got hired.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I have 2 sisters and 1 brother. We love to watch movies and take pictures together! We also love to play IMessage games! We also love to swim!

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I love to be around animals and babysit. I also love to spend time with my family and help with Puppy classes!

reegan

Reegan

What is your position within the clinic?
Kennel Attendant/Secondary Supervisor, Receptionist

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I grew up in Stockbridge, but moved to Jackson when I was in elementary. I worked at a different animal hospital previously until Dr.Owings offered me a job closer to home with more hands on opportunities.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
My family consists of my mom, step dad, step sister, and our 2 cats Link and Finley that are polar opposites and keep us on our toes. My dad and step mom have 3 pit bulls that love water so much, they have their own pool. We all enjoy watching movies, staying at our cabin. And lecturing Finley about staying out of the toilet.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I really enjoy listening to and finding new music, hanging out with my friends, and learning new tasks on the job. A huge passion of mine is animals and learning about the physical and mental aspects of our pets. I plan to continue my schooling at Baker College to be a licensed veterinary technician.

Practice Manager

Toni

Toni

What is your position within the clinic?
I am the Practice Manager

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I was currently working in an OB office for 17 years until the practice closed. I was approached about this position. I am very happy with my decision to accept the position. I am thankful for this opportunity and enjoy what I do and who I work with daily.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I am married to my husband Ric, and we have 2 beautiful daughters, Ryley and Ashlynn. The girls keep us busy with all their extra curriculum activities. Always at some sort of a sporting event. When they aren’t playing a sporting event, we do enjoy going on vacation, and also enjoy just hanging out at with friends and family.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I enjoy watching my girls and their compassion for their sports. I enjoy watching Cops and The Food Network Channel. My husband I go on date nights, when we get the chance. We enjoy bonfires with friends and family. We just like to enjoy life and soak every day in that we can with our daughters.

Receptionists

Niki

Niki

What is your position within the clinic?
Customer Service Representative (Receptionist)

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I find veterinary medicine incredibly interesting and I have a passion for helping people. My current role with Kibby Park is the perfect combination of both. I began my career in 2002 working with Dr. Owings and throughout life shifts and changes I settled into Kibby Park around 2015, a few years after Dr. Owings became owner of the practice. I currently work part time which has been a nice balance while raising our family.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I live with my husband of 20 years, our two sons (whom are now teenagers!), Polly our rescue mixed breed dog, Tulip our torti cat rescue, and multiple aquariums with different fish setups. We love to travel, spend time in the U.P., and support our boys in all the endeavors.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
I love to learn new things! Throughout the years in this position, I have taken advantage of earning multiple CE credits that support and improve the level of service that we can provide. Working alongside my coworkers and our veterinarians has been an inspiration as we navigate throughout the success and challenges that we have celebrated and resolved over the years together. I am passionate about my role at Kibby Park and I look forward to continuing to serve our clients.

tiffany

Tiffany

What is your position within the clinic?
Receptionist

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I started my position at KPAH because Dr. Owings and I have been friends since kindergarten round up and Dr. Owings thought I would be great as a receptionist.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?

  • Husband: Rob
  • 2 animals: Izzy and Jett
  • Kids: Bailey (Jack), Cameron (Cloe)
  • Grandkids: Delaney, Cassidy

We like to spend time just hanging out together, bonfires, game night, and movie nights

Karen

Karen

What is your position within the clinic?
Receptionist

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I joined the Kibby Park Animal Hospital for the 2nd time in December of 2020. After a series of unfortunate events in my life, I felt that I needed to surround myself with furry happy animals.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
Eric and Josh along with my fur children, Greta our 6-year-old yellow Lab, Cats, Stripey-aka “Sharon”, Shadow, and Mokie. I enjoy spending time with my family and our pets. I love being outside, gardening, and walking with Greta, touring the lakes on our Pontoon, and Kayaking through the channels.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
Raising my son Josh and supporting him through his education and sports. I love watching him play hockey and golf.

William

William

Hobbies and Interests:
Gardening, fishing, and crafting.

What I love most about my job:
The clients and coworkers, my array of responsibilities, and most importantly the patients!

Sue

Sue

What is your position within the clinic?
Receptionist

What are your personal origins-how did you come to reside in your current location and position at Kibby Park?
I’ve studied animals, their behavior and husbandry my whole life.

Who is in your family and what do you enjoy doing with your family?
I am a widow. I live with my dogs, prairie dogs, horses, goats, pigs, Emu, rabbits, turkey’s, chicken’s and Guinea Pigs. I just like to hang out with them.

What are your personal interests, achievements (inspirations, passions)?
Nature, riding my bike, Kayaking, and exploring.