Killeen Veterinary Clinic

Dr. Keri Hughling graduated from Texas A&M University with an Animal Science degree (Magna Cum Laude) in 2001 and Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine (Summa Cum Laude) in 2005. Dr. Hughling joined the staff at Killeen Veterinary Clinic in June of 2007 and became a managing partner in April 2015. Her interests include internal medicine and client education. Keri helped form the Temple-Belton Animal Emergency Hospital. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, and the North Central Texas Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Hughling has two children, daughter Adison and son Asher. Keri and her partner, also have Olsen and Gilly, the Yorkies, Callaway, the Goldendoodle, Tito and Bella, the Frenchies as well as cattle, a goat, Turbo, and a mini horse. Dr. Hughling enjoys spending time on the farm with her cattle and watching her kids show their 4-H cattle and pigs. In her free time, Dr. Hughling enjoys hanging out with family and friends, working on her farm, and watching sports, especially Aggie football.

Dr. Zach Seyler graduated from the University of Texas in 2017 with a Bachelor's degree in Biology. He continued his education at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in May 2022. Dr. Seyler joined KVC as an associate veterinarian in June 2022. He had previously worked at KVC as a kennel assistant and later a veterinary technician, from graduating high school and up to his admission into veterinary school.

Zach is eager to bring his state-of-the-art training to a place that he knows firsthand practices the highest quality medicine. His interests include client education and internal medicine.

Zach shares his home in Nolanville with his longtime partner Leah, as well as their two pets, Brandy the sweet Greyhound and Ginny the loving and independent shorthair cat. In his spare time, Zach enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, watching shows, and cooking.

Charlotte Russell has been the Office Manager at KVC since 1994. She has over 25 years of managerial experience in veterinary hospitals. Charlotte has the job of keeping the clinic running smoothly on a daily basis as well as being available to assist receptionists, technicians, and doctors when needed. Charlotte enjoys raising and showing Australian Shepards, spending time with her family and friends, as well, as watching Rangers Baseball, and traveling and visiting Disneyworld.

Annie has come back to KVC after taking the last 2 years off to stay home with her newest baby, Parker. Annie is a huge asset to KVC with her knowledge of surgery, medicine, and client communication. We are excited to have Annie rejoin our team.Annie is married to James and they have 3 children, Taelor, Paeton, and Parker. They have 2 dogs, a goat, and several chickens. In her free time Annie enjoys the outdoors whether it be fishing, camping, or just hanging out with family.

Jaime Dew works in the afternoon and on the weekends at KVC while she is a library aide at Montague Elementary School during the day. She started working at KVC in May of 2006. Jaime is a very compassionate person and can always make you feel better no matter what the circumstances. She excels in client education and comforting pets and clients. Jaime spends her free time with her two cats Frenchie and Rizzo and her ball python, Spot. She enjoys horses, reading, and writing stories and mermaiding when she is not at work.

Imani graduated from Killeen High School with the Class of 2018 having earned her Veterinary Assistant Certification through the Killeen Career Center. She hopes to pursue veterinary medicine at a later date and is currently attending Sam Houston State University. Imani has a compassion for all animals, and greatly excels with small mammals and exotics. In her spare time, Imani enjoys the new experience of raising her rabbits and reading a good book.

Kevin was raised in Montana and made Texas his home after leaving the military in August of 2015. As the kennel technician for Killeen Veterinary Clinic he is extremely passionate about meeting the needs of all the animals that he is responsible for. Since starting at KVC he has learned a great deal and is always eager to learn more. In his spare time Kevin likes to spend time with his wife October, his children Jayde and Brice and their 2 dogs Shadow and Finn. He likes to travel and watch a good football game.

Kayley is originally from Austin. She moved to the Killeen area about four years ago with her husband. They have son, one dog and one cat. In her free time, she enjoys spending time and playing games with friends and family. She joined us in 2021 as one of our wonderful front desk staff members.

Originally from upstate New York, moved to Killeen in 2014 with my husband and son. We have 2 cats and 2 dogs. I enjoy reading, crochet, and outside activities.

My name is Kenniel Bartolomei Almodóvar. I was born in Humacao, Puerto Rico. I graduated from Columbia Central University as a Veterinary Assistant, Magna Cum Laude, in 2021. I moved to Texas in the United States to be able to work in the field I studied. I am currently working at Killeen Veterinary Clinic as a veterinary technician. My plans are to continue gaining experience and start studying in this profession that I am so passionate about contributing my knowledge in this area where necessary. I hope to be of great help to those wonderful beings that God gave us to be in small periods of our lives that are our pets.

My name is Gabriela N. Ortega Ramos, I am 19 year old college student from Puerto Rico. I found a passion in veterinary medicine at a young age; I have set up my goals for a long wonderful journey to become a DVM. I became a certified veterinarian assistant in the Killeen Career Center Vet Program. I have a passion to help animals and do anything to make them feel safe and healthy. I am always involved when it comes to learning new things about any animal. I like to be informed about all types of animals to be prepared for any situation as well as expand my knowledge.

Ashleigh was born and raised in Central Texas, where she grew up performing for Baila Pacifica, a local Pacific Island group and tradition. She has been in the veterinary community for over 7 years and is constantly pushing to learn something new. Ashleigh is currently finishing her undergrad courses to move towards her ultimate career goal of becoming a veterinarian. She plans to specialize in Orthopedics and would also like to follow through with small animal physical therapy.

When Ashleigh is not at work or school, she is spending her free time cooking, tending to her plants, enjoying a good farmers market, or hiking with her 2 German Shepherds, River and Ember.

My name is Nicole, I have 2 dogs, 3 cats and a husband in the army. I am originally from New Jersey. My hobbies include gaming, crocheting, gardening, baking, painting, and playing with my fur babies. I’m a Gemini and my favorite color is green.

Crystal previously worked at KVC for 11 years as a receptionist and is back as a technician! She brings a wonderful skill set and her strengths are attention to detail and patient care advocacy. In her spare time, Crystal loves spending time with her family, crafting, and organizing.

Christopher was born in Houston, TX but raised in Killeen and graduated from Killeen High School. He completed the Vet Tech program at the Killeen Career Center and is now currently taking classes towards being a DVM. He also wants to own a mixed animal practice one day. Chris likes to play basketball but when he’s not playing ball, he is hanging out with his 5 dogs and 5 cats.

Kaven is our outstanding kennel technician. He started with us at KVC after graduating from Ellison High School. His first summer with us was 2024 and since then he has continued to show his amazing abilities to treat patients with kindness and compassion. Some of Kaven’s interests are skateboarding, collecting CD’s, and spending his spare time with his grandmother and 2 Boston Terriers, Macy and Tooty.