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Kailey was born and raised in Lewiston, Id. She always had a love for animals (big and small). She has 5 fur-kids of her own with her spouse; Marisa. Kailey and her wife were married in May of 2023. They enjoy going for walks, hiking and doing anything outdoors (as long as it’s not too hot). She has been with the Lewiston vet Clinic for a little over a year now. She has learned so much just in her first year of being with the clinic. Her favorite thing about working at Lewiston vet Clinic is the family-feeling environment. At lot of workplaces say they have a family feeling; but they truly mean it here at the clinic.
Heather was born in Grangeville, ID, where she had 2 Appaloosa horses named Mocha and Locka, and a wolf mix named Mauie. She would always catch and help animals in need, like salamanders, frogs, rabbits, cats, dogs, etc. Heather always knew she wanted to become a small animal / exotic veterinarian, with all the love she carries for scaly-furry animals. She is currently working towards her goal to become a veterinarian by taking classes at WSU. Heather is thrilled to have the opportunity to learn and see all the animals at LVC. She enjoys working with such amazing people and clients and is blessed to have made friends with good hearted people here at the clinic.
Brittany grew up in Wallowa, Oregon and moved to Clarkston in 2014. She grew up on a farm with horses, a donkey, dogs, and chickens. Throughout middle school and high school her aunt taught her how to barrel race, pole bend, and trail ride. Towards high school her father and her started a journey to raise and breed 4-H show lambs. She learned at a young age how to vaccinate and take care of lambs. Growing up Brittany thought of going to vet school but diverted to mechanics. Life came back around on her and she got a job here at LVC. Currently she is learning, loving, and enjoying day to day endeavors at the clinic. She continues to push herself to keep progressing and learning here at the clinic with the support of her spouse, Randy, and their 2 dogs, Remi and Duke.
Sam grew up on a farm in Fraser, ID where she first found her love for large animals, raising cattle and riding horses. She was a member of 4H for 7 years taking market beef. She also enjoys packing flags for the Weippe Rodeo.
Sam’s favorite part about working at LVC is that everyday has a new set of tasks and new cases.
If Sam is not at work, you can find her with her horse, visiting family, or in the woods.
Saige is originally from a small agricultural town in Northern California, where her involvement in 4-H and FFA sparked her passion for veterinary medicine. During high school, Saige gained valuable experience working with both small and large animal veterinarians. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Pre-Veterinary Sciences at the University of Idaho, with an expected graduation in 2025, and is actively applying to veterinary schools. Saige aims to earn her DVM and specialize in food animal medicine. Outside of work and school, she enjoys participating in intramural sports, fishing, and spending time outdoors with friends and family.
Hali is a current student at the University of Idaho pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science Pre-Vet. She plans on going to vet school soon after she graduates from her undergrad.
Hali grew up in Lewiston and did cheerleading in High School and U of I. Hali enjoys fly fishing, dirt bike riding, camping, and of course taking care of animals. She has a dog names Kobi and a cat named Winnie.
Dee is a Large Animal Customer Service Representative and Veterinary Assistant. She has been a part of the LVC family since 2019.
Dee grew up in Boring, Oregon and moved to the LC Valley in 1995. The highlight of her life was raising her 4 children here and watching them participate in baseball, volleyball, basketball, and rodeos. Dee owns her own horses and raises Angus cattle
Outside of work she loves spending time with her family and beloved cows.
Brooke is native to Lewiston, ID, and has grown up in the LC Valley. She has always known she wanted to work with animals from a very young age. She started her veterinary journey across the river at Rustebakke’s before spending some time at Idaho Equine in Nampa. Finally, she made her way back home to the Lewiston Veterinary Clinic in June of 2024.
Brooke started out as a receptionist and is now mainly working as a large animal technician. She enjoys working as a tech because she sees every case is an opportunity to learn something new and expand her skill set. When she is not at work or studying, she can either be found at home curled up with her cat and a good book or on a trail ride with her horse, Bo.
Barb started working at LVC back in 1979. She started out in the barns as a barn hand/assistant and moved into the pharmacy.
Barb enjoys hanging out with her grandkids and family, floating the St. Joe River.
Working here as long as she has, she has gotten to meet a lot of people. Going out on herd farm calls to work cattle, she has been able to see many places. Barb is actively involved in 4H and animal projects, and is currently on the Latah County Fair Board.
Bob was born in Colorado, lived for a time in California, and came to Idaho in 1970 to attend the University of Idaho. He graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science in 1974. He has worked for the US Forest Service in Southern Utah at the Dixie National Forest while in college. During and after college he worked for the TM Ranch on the Idaho/Nevada border. He later returned to the University of Idaho in pursuit of a master’s degree. He came to work at the Lewiston Veterinary Clinic in 1980, where he remains. He likes his dogs, and they tolerate him.
Dr. Missy Covert was raised in Palouse Washington. She attended Washington State University where she obtained a bachelors in Animal Science. She then moved to Grenada to complete vet school at St. George’s University, completing her final year at Oklahoma State University in 2020. She practiced in Roundup Montana for a year before joining the team at Lewiston Vet Clinic in 2021.
Dr. Shelly O’Connell comes from Plains, a small town in the NW corner of Montana. She was raised on a cattle ranch which led to a love of animals and a career in veterinary medicine. She received a Microbiology Bachelor of Science degree from Montana State University and then a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Washington State University in 1993. Upon graduation, she started working at the Lewiston Veterinary Clinic as an associate and has stayed in the Lewiston Valley ever since, while eventually becoming an owner of the clinic in 2003. She enjoys practicing large animal medicine/surgery – equine, cattle, small ruminants, and swine. Over the years, fair time – volunteering with the local 4H/FFA groups and serving on the Lewiston Roundup Board has been very enjoyable. Raising three kids, having a cattle herd, and showing animals over the years keeps life very busy. In her free time, Dr. O’Connell enjoys spending time with her family – grandkids, camping, fishing, riding horses, and looking after the family cow herd.
Dr. Hoch was born in Moscow, Idaho and grew up in the Boise area. He started his college career at the College of Idaho in Caldwell, where he met his wife, and later graduated from vet school at Washington State University. He has been a veterinarian for 38 years and an owner of Lewiston Vet Clinic for about 32 years. He works with many species; exotics, avian, dogs, cats, and in earlier years worked on bovine and equine. Dr. Hoch does everything from regular check-ups, medicine cases, general surgeries, and his favorite, orthopedic surgeries. He knew he wanted to help animals and become a veterinarian when his first dog unfortunately passed away after being hit by a car. He’s always had an interest in medicine, but enjoyed the challenges that veterinary medicine presents, more. Dogs hold a special place in his heart, and he and his wife have 3 of their own, Tule, a Golden Retriever, Bessie, a Cairn terrier, and Bee, a Long-haired Dachshund. In the future, he hopes to find time to retire and have more time to work in the garden, go fly fishing, and Tinker with old cars.
