Friends with Pets

Kelsey Dickson has been a veterinary professional since 2016 and a lifelong animal advocate dedicated to improving the lives of both pets and the people who love them. Passionate about accessible veterinary care, community collaboration, and keeping people and animals together regardless of their circumstances, Kelsey believes that every pet deserves compassionate care and every family deserves support.

Originally from New Franklin, Ohio, Kelsey attended the University of Akron and spent 10 years living in Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood. Throughout her career, she has focused on building connections within the community and creating opportunities for underserved pet owners to access veterinary services. She has organized three free veterinary clinics in partnership with Friends in Tents.

Most recently she founded Friends with Pets in collaboration with her Wellness Clinic Peace Love and Pawz where she continues her commitment to affordable, compassionate, and community-centered care.

Kelsey is very active with our Boots on the Ground Outreach and goes directly into camps and cares for animals medical needs on a monthly and emergency basis. 

Proven results that speak for themselves.