Our Staff

Doctor

Dr. Bruce H Garver , DVM

Dr. Garver has been practicing veterinary medicine at Kindness Animal Clinic (KAC) since it opened in 1990. He is a graduate of Iowa State University and especially enjoys dentisty and surgery. Dr. Garver and the Kindness Animal Clinic support team emphasize quality and compassionate pet care. Dr. Garver and his wife, Dr. Paula Hanson, have two children and three cats.
Dr. Peggy LaCombe , DVM

Dr. LaCombe joined KAC in July of 1998 after practicing for nearly five years in Phoenix, AZ. She is a graduate of Colorado State University and has a special interest in avian and exotic medicine. She has been a member of the Association of Avian Veterinarians since 1995. She also enjoys working with cats and dogs, as well as emphasizing excellent prevenative and geriatric care for pets' "golden years". Dr. LaCombe's family consists of her husband, Dave Williams, three cats and a dog.

Technician

Tami Bond , LVT

Tami has been with KAC since 1991 and has been a licensed technician since 1997. She has a special interest in dentistry and radiology. Tami's family consists of a son, Jonathan, two dogs and three cats.

Reception

Kennel

Assistants

Jeanne Purves

In 1999, Jean attended PIMA to become a assistant. Jean has been with KAC since 2002. After work you can find Jean riding her horses or spending time with her dog and two cats.
Erin Keck

Erin has been with KAC since 2003. She started out working during her summers off from college and after she graduated from WSU with a degree in Zoology she joined our staff full time. At home Erin has two cats.
Katie Shrock

Katie joined the KAC family in September of 2006. She came to us from California as a trainer to the TV and movie pets. Katie's family consists of her husband, Scott, and dog and cat at home.
Robin Cheung

Robin has been with Kindness Animal Clinic for nearly a year. Robin is trained in Emergency Veterinary Medicine and is studying to become a Licensed Technician. Robin loves to spend time with her husband and three kids!