Name: Mariah Kimball, DVM

Born: Minneapolis, MN

Why did you choose veterinary care? When I was 3 years old I announced to my mother that I would either be a Veterinarian or seal trainer. In the end, veterinary medicine won! Every day is a new and interesting challenge, especially since your patients can't tell you where it hurts. Working with clients and their pets to build the human-animal bond is one of the most rewarding careers out there.

Accreditation & Accolades: I graduated in 2006 as a National Merit Scholar and current member of AAHA, AVMA, FVMA, AAV and AVDS.

In the biz? I have been an associate at EOAH since July 2006 and currently focus on Dentistry and Exotic Animals.

What do you do in your free time: I enjoy gardening, kayaking, making jewelry and helping with EOAH's obedience and puppy parties.

Family Members: My 2-legged family members live in Minnesota so here I share my home with my feline friends, Loki, Litmus and Fozzy.

Community / Volunteer Work: I enjoy volunteering with Florida Little Dog Rescue, Volunteer for Florida Fringe Festival, Eco Action League, Florida Creatives and help maintain EOAH's recycling initiative.