Micahela “Kay” Chapin

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Kay earned both her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Oregon State University before completing a one-year combined internship at Austin Equine Hospital in Austin, Texas.

Her professional interests include preventative care, equine dentistry, sports medicine, diagnostic imaging, and reproduction.

Her love for horses began at just two years old, when her family moved across the street from neighbors with a small herd of horses. Those neighbors encouraged her passion, eventually entrusting her with the care of their horses and even gifting her her first horse. Thanks to the support of so many mentors, family members, and friends along the way, that childhood dream became a career.

Outside of work, you'll find Dr. Kay trail riding her beloved Quarab mare, Jade (who she's had since middle school!), spending time with Hermione—her sweet but wonderfully orange cat—or planning her next adventure. She enjoys volunteering with Christian Veterinary Mission and has participated in veterinary service trips to Mongolia and Honduras. She's also a fan of Broadway musicals, hiking to hidden swimming holes, making music on the piano and guitar, and game nights with family and friends.