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ABOUT US

BUILT BY VETERINARIANS. STRENGTHENED BY PARTNERSHIP.

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ABOUT US

BUILT BY VETERINARIANS. STRENGTHENED BY PARTNERSHIP.

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ROOTED IN COMMUNITY.

WHO WE ARE

AmeriVet was founded by veterinarians who understand the realities of practice ownership and modern veterinary medicine.

We partner with clinics across the country, providing the support teams need to grow — while preserving local leadership, medical independence, and the unique culture of each practice.

Our approach is simple: real partnership, thoughtful support, and a long-term commitment to the people behind the care.

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WHAT GUIDES US

Our work is guided by a shared set of values that shape how we support clinics and teams.

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PEOPLE FIRST

Respect, accountability, and trust.

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OWNERSHIP MINDSET

Be bold, take initiative, solve problems.

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TRUE PARTNERSHIP

Collaboration without control.

HOW WE WORK WITH PARTNERS

AmeriVet partners with practices through flexible models designed to support growth while preserving independence. Each partnership is tailored to the goals of the clinic, the owner, and the team.

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RETAIN CLINICAL-AUTONOMY AND LOCAL DECISION-MAKING

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SUPPORT IS PERSONALIZED –
NEVER ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL

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PARTNERSHIP IS BUILT FOR THE LONG TERM, NOT SHORT-TERM WINS

LOOK HOW WE'VE GROWN SINCE 2017

Since 2017, our growth has been guided by a simple mission: to strengthen the communities we serve by providing personalized veterinary care. Each new location represents more than expansion — it represents people supported, teams empowered, and communities cared for. Growth for us is not about size alone; it’s about staying true to the values that brought us here.

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PAWS-ITIVE REVIEWS

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DR. DEBRA HOFFMAN
TARZANA PET CLINIC

"Love being partners with AmeriVet as it gives me the support, freedom, and confidence to accomplish so much more as an owner and veterinarian. Great way to stay excited after 41 years in practice!"

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DR. BRIAN HURLEY
GARDNER ANIMAL CARE CENTER
(AmeriVet's first partner practice)

"If you truly want to stay invested, there’s no other place to look than AmeriVet."

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DR. SHAYLA MIHELICH
OCEANSIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL

"Although I hadn’t had a lot of business experience myself, I felt comfortable knowing that there were a lot of people to help me through it and catch me if I hit any pitfalls."

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Our leadership team includes experienced veterinarians and business professionals committed to supporting the veterinary community.

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JASON HEFFELFINGER WITH LOUIS AND BENTLEY

Chief Executive Officer

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WHITNEY MILLER, DVM, MBA, DACVPM WITH SHELBY

Chief Medical Officer

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TREVOR ADAMS WITH LILLY

Chief Financial Officer

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JACKIE LAIRD WITH ZARA

Chief Growth Officer

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CARLOS PENA WITH ZEUS

Chief Legal Officer

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JOHN ZAVADA WITH KAYLEE AND MINDY

Chief Information Officer

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LIZ CONSUEGRA WITH RAMSAY

Chief Human Resources Officer

FIND YOUR PLACE AT AMERIVET

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