Bob Davey, DVM
Throughout my life, my pets have always been a part of the family. When I was young, they taught me responsibility, compassion, and were a part of every childhood memory. As I grew older, they have always been loving companions and friends. So, when I was given the opportunity to attend Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, it was a dream come true. Since then, I have had the opportunity to practice medicine in Washington State, Colorado, and now Gainesville, and I am honored to share my passion for animals and to help other families share the same joy that I have with my pets. My favorite part of the workday is talking with people about their day-to-day life with their pets. Hearing about their adventures together, the daily laughs, the treats that get slipped under the table, their favorite toys, the valuables that they destroyed as puppies and kittens, and how they’ve changed over the years, still makes me smile and laugh.
In my family I have two of the most bratty but wonderful cats, the sweetest and most gentle ferret in the world, and an adorable hedgehog with a particularly prickly personality. Caring for my own pets as they’ve grown older and developed medical conditions has given me perspective and understanding for helping others to care for their pets too.
What I find most fulfilling about my work is empowering clients to provide the best possible care for their pets. There’s nothing that I love hearing more than “he’s acting like a puppy again” or “she‘s been so much more loving recently” after starting a new treatment. My priority in caring for pets is to strengthen the bond that people share with their animals by helping all aspects of their care – from diet and behavior to medications and surgery, I want to do everything I can to support their health and well-being.
