PetWow, KY

Pet Wow is an independently owned small animal practice located in Northern Kentucky, 10 minutes from Cincinnati, and only 15-minutes from CVG Airport!  We have been proudly serving the Greater Cincinnati area for 54 years and we have two practices; one located in Highland Heights, Ky, and one in Florence, Ky.  We also provide daily mobile services where we see our clients at their homes in one of our fully outfitted Mobile Vehicles.  We have a Customer Care Center that handles most customer communication and scheduling, AND we offer full Pet Grooming services at both locations. 

Our founder, Dr. Raymond D. Stamper, started Pet Wow in 1971, he was one of 10 children born to an Appalachian coal mining family. He was the only child to attend and graduate college. 

Dr. Stamper worked tirelessly to achieve success and build a name in the community, but mainly to provide for his family. He tragically passed in 2001, and the handling of the practice fell directly to his sons, Ray, Shandon, and Aaron who have continued to build PetWow into a staple of our community and bring convenience and veterinary excellence to the Greater Cincy area. 

Pet Wow is a product of hard work, community support, resilience, and wanting the best for others. 

We owe our success to our community, our customers, and the dedicated people on our team who strive to meet our mission of “Strengthening people and pets, through pet care made easy” every day!

Check out our website: www.petwow.com

PROGRAM INTENT:

At our practice, we are deeply committed to supporting the next generation of veterinarians and giving back to the veterinary industry. Our externship program is thoughtfully designed, backed by research and feedback from recent graduates, practicing veterinarians, and veterinary students across the country.

We’ve crafted a well-rounded experience that emphasizes patient advocacy, client communication, technical skills, surgical expertise, and business fundamentals. Students will gain extensive hands-on experience. As a trusted provider of veterinary care to over 20,000 pet owners and a proud partner of the Stray Animal Adoption Program—one of the largest rescues in the U.S.—we handle a significant and diverse caseload. Each week, we care for approximately 850 pets, welcome an average of 83 new clients, manage 160 medical cases, 6–12 emergency cases, perform around 60 spays and neuters, 15–20 soft tissue surgeries, and 5–10 orthopedic surgeries.

Our team of seven exceptional doctors, including three with over 25 years of tenure and one of whom has been with PetWow for nearly 40 years. Together they can offer students unparalleled mentorship and a wealth of experience.

7 Doctors

5-1 Veterinary Technician to Doctor Ratio

Staff Breakroom- free snacks, breakfast items, and drinks.

Business Understanding: Students will attend leadership meetings held once a week to understand our practice communication and how we have implemented the Entreprenurial Operating System for an amazing culture and better productivity!

Surgical Suite:

Anesthetic Agent Vaporizers:

·        Isoflurane (we have various makes/models):

o   TEC 4

o   Drager

o   Penlon

o   Tec 3

o   Ohio

·        Sevoflurane

o   Drager

 Scavenging System:

·       Veta Vac Anesthetic Gas Evacuation System (Active Scavenger)

 Monitors:

·       Masimo Pulse-Oximeter

 Oxygen Supply System:

·       Centrally located oxygen, stored in multiple H-Tanks. Regulated at both central location and through Vetamac oxygen flow meters at each individual anesthetic machine rig.

 Dental machine:

·        Midmark Mobile Dental Delivery System, Swivel, 5 Position with 2 Integrated LED High-Speed Handpieces and a Scaler

 Radiology:

·       Innovet Select 20KHz High Frequency X-Ray table

·        Fujifilm Prima T2 Digital X-Ray Film Processor

 Ultrasonography:

·       Sonoscape Ultrasound

 In-House Analyzers:

• IDEXX ProCyte Dx CBC analyzer
• IDEXX Catalyst One Chemistry analyzer
• IDEXX SNAP Pro Scanners

This two-week program offers an immersive learning experience with a commitment of approximately 35 hours per week. Each student's hours will be directly overseen by an assigned doctor, with flexibility in the scheduled start and end times to accommodate individual needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.
• Must be in good academic standing with their veterinary school.
• Strong interest in small animal general practice, surgery, and client communication.
• Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to actively engage in learning opportunities, ask questions, and participate in case discussions.
• Ability to maintain clear, respectful communication with veterinarians, veterinary staff, and clients.
• Assist with patient exams, history taking, and client communication under veterinary supervision.
• Participate in medical case management, including interpreting diagnostic tests such as radiographs, bloodwork, and ultrasound results.

• Engage in hands-on technical skill development (where comfortable), including but not limited to:

  • Venipuncture
  • IV placement
  • Surgical preparation and monitoring
  • Post-operative patient care

   

• Assist in procedures such as spays, neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic procedures (based on comfort level).
• Work alongside Pet Wow’s team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to better understand clinic workflow and effective patient care strategies.
• Participate in daily rounds, patient discussions, and team meetings to enhance learning.
• Externs are expected to adhere to the agreed-upon schedule, including arrival times, breaks, and end-of-day duties.
• Follow all safety protocols when handling patients, administering medications, or assisting in surgery.
• Adhere to Pet Wow’s standards for hygiene, sanitation, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information and patient records.

We provide a $1,000 housing stipend to support your stay during the externship, along with a curated list of local Airbnb options in that price range to assist with your accommodations.

To help offset food expenses, we also offer an additional $250 for groceries and meals.

If transportation is needed, we may be able to provide access to a company vehicle in certain circumstances, ensuring you have everything you need to focus on your experience with us.

The stipend is provided in full regardless of your usage, as part of our commitment to making your time with us as comfortable and rewarding as possible.

8537 US HWY 42
Florence, KY 41042
United States