Dr. Katy Harris
Veterinarian
Dr. Katy Harris is a 2009 graduate of Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine where she focused on small animals and exotics. She practiced veterinary medicine in Bloomington for five years until she felt led to make a difference in the Bloomfield community which she and her husband, Austin, have grown to love. After settling in Bloomfield, they began attending Tulip Church of God, which quickly became extended family to them. There she teaches Sunday School to the preschoolers, loving every minute of it and serves the church through their TWIGs (Tulip Women in God’s Service) group. Dr. Katy is a member of the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) as well as the IVMA (Indiana Veterinary Medical Association). She has served on the IVMA Practice Task Force which serves Indiana veterinary practice owners and strives to help them in the daily ins and outs of practice ownership. Together, Katy and Austin have 3 beautiful children. Their oldest, Turner (2012) has grown up helping Dr. Katy at Heal and quickly grown to adore all animals. Their daughter, Myla (2017) has bought the love of their fur critters by sharing all her food. Selah (2023), the youngest is learning that animals are a normal part of everyday life in the Harris family. Foster animals are often frequenting their home, but a few have become foster fails. Merry (2014) is a German Shepherd mix that has been with them since 2020. Honey (2020) is a bull terrier mix that was dumped at the Harris homestead in 2022 when she was pregnant with 10 puppies. She quickly made herself at home. Fern and Ginger, of course, do what kitties do best – lounge in the sun and fend off rodents and bugs. They have been with the Harris family since they arrived in Bloomfield in 2009. Iro and Ash like causing trouble with resident wildlife. They were strays that have been dumped at their home over the years but weaseled their way into the family’s heart. Willow is the family’s favorite kitty. She was adopted as a kitten with a broken leg that Dr. Harris fixed. She never left! 🙂 The Harris family also has 2 corn snakes, Nelrasha and Casper, a milk snake, Rainbow Beauty, and several fish. These animals are more than just pets, but are a significant part of the Harris family, too. Dr. Harris and her Heal Pet Care team look forward to meeting you and your furry family members and find joy in keeping your fur family happy and healthy for the years to come.
Dr. Kami Graber
Relief Veterinarian
Hi, I’m Dr. Kami Graber. I grew up in Brown County, Indiana. I went to Purdue University Northwest on an athletic scholarship where I played basketball and soccer while pursuing my degree in biology. I decided I wanted to be a veterinarian late in my degree after getting a pet rabbit and seeing a vet for the first time. I did post-graduate research and coursework at PNW while working full-time in a veterinary clinic. I then went to Purdue University for vet school and graduated as a vet in 2023. I love being a vet more than anything! My favorite parts of vet med are soft tissue surgery, cardiology, and emergency medicine. In my free time I enjoy hiking, kayaking, traveling, playing sports, and spending time with family. I have two cats named Lemon and Kurama and a pittie mix named Ramen Noodles.
Dr. Carrie Loesch
Relief Veterinarian
Dr. Loesch graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She was an associate in both emergency and general practices prior to becoming a relief veterinarian with LVPS in 2016. Her primary professional interest is soft tissue surgery. When not working, Dr. Loesch enjoys fishing, puzzles, and reading thrillers.
Dr. Shelby Norris
Relief Veterinarian
Dr. Norris attended Purdue University for undergrad before graduating from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. She was a mixed animal practitioner for 5 years before becoming a relief veterinarian with LVPS in 2022. Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery, wound care, and preventative medicine. When she is not working, Dr. Norris enjoys spending time with her husband, Matt, and their two children, Elliott and Piper. She also enjoys watching football (BOILER UP AND GO BUCKS!), scrolling Pinterest for her next project, and watching HGTV. They have two dogs, Zingo and Iggy, and one spicy kitty, Kiwi.
Dr. Laura Elkins
Relief Veterinarian
Dr. Laura Elkins graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. She did several rotations in zoo animal medicine in school, but ultimately decided on small animal and exotic private practice. In 2015, she started working as a relief veterinarian with LVPS to have a more flexible schedule. Dr. Elkins loves wellness care and maximizing her patient’s quality of life. She shares her home with her husband, 2 boys, dogs, a cat, and a small flock of Indian Runner Ducks. When not working, she enjoys gardening, camping, and hiking.
Kayla Carrison
Registered Veterinary Technician
Kayla resides in Solsberry with her husband Zach. They have two cats, Kit and Kat, three dogs, Chico, Remi and Shye and thirteen chickens. Kayla was a 10 year 4-H member in Putnam County showing equine, swine, and dairy. In 2016, Kayla graduated from Harrison College Veterinary Technician program with an Associate Of Applied Science degree. When she’s not at work, you can find her with friends and family or enjoying the outdoors. Kayla can’t wait to meet you and care for your fur babies!
Gracie Southern
Veterinary Assistant
Gracie grew up on a farm in Springville, Indiana. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Levi, going to dirt track races and spoiling her nieces and nephews. She has five fur babies of her own, Bear, a Heeler/Australian Shepherd, Kenai, a German Shepherd/Mastiff, Jax, a Dachshund and her two cats, Weezy and Rip. Gracie is happy to take care of your fur babies in any way she can.
Jayme Resto
Veterinary Assistant
Jayme grew up in Sebree, Kentucky and now lives in Carlisle. She enjoys riding horses, hiking, and anything outdoors! She has 5 rescue dogs, Chevy, Silverado, Hemi, Chico and Brody, two horses Jenna and Rain and four cats Titty, Kiki, Carrot and Gidget. Jayme looks forward to caring for your fur babies!
Crystal Long
Veterinary Assistant
Crystal resides in Odon with her fiancé Allen where they own a cattle farm. She has three children Trinidy, Zaden and Jaxcen along with five dogs, Luna (Husky), Sis, Izzy and Hank (French Bulldogs) and Simon (Pomeranian). In her free time, she enjoys woodworking and gardening.
Taylor Neal
Intern Veterinary Assistant
Taylor grew up in Bloomfield and discovered her love for animals on her grandmother’s farm. Taylor has two cats and three snakes of her own. She is pursuing her love for animals by attending Purdue University for Pre-Veterinary Medicine while also gaining experience at our clinic.