Our Care Team

That experience stayed with her as she grew older and helped shape the kind of career she wanted for herself. Kat was drawn to work that felt meaningful, offered opportunities to learn every day and allowed her to make a positive difference in her community. Veterinary medicine combined all of those things, giving her the chance to support both animals and the people who care for them.

In August 2025, Kat joined Live Oak Veterinary Hospital, where she began turning her passion for animals into a career in veterinary medicine. She currently works as a Kennel Technician while learning the skills needed to become a Veterinary Assistant. One of her favorite parts of the job is getting to know both clients and patients while continuing to expand her knowledge through hands-on experience. 

Kat especially enjoys learning the behind-the-scenes aspects of veterinary medicine, including running blood work, taking X-rays and properly handling patients. She also loves spending time with the hospital’s boarding dogs and watching their personalities shine as they run and play.

Born and raised in Morehead City, North Carolina, Kat grew up surrounded by family, pets and a strong sense of community. Today, she shares her life with two dogs, Dobby and Koda, and three cats, Deuce, Suki and Hailey. Outside of work, she enjoys fishing with her boyfriend, Carson, and still remembers the excitement of catching her first slot red drum just before sunset. Like veterinary medicine, fishing has taught her the value of patience, persistence and appreciating the moment when all your hard work finally pays off.