Did you know African-Americans make up 2.1 percent of veterinarians in the United States even though they comprise 12 percent of the workforce, according to the 2017 stats from Bureau of Labor Statistics?
As your favorite Black-owned beauty supply store, we’ve got you covered with this local Black Veterinarian!
Meet Dr. Kermit Harvey, Veterinarian & Chief of Staff of Animal Hospital of Tampa Inc.
Being an animal lover his whole life, Dr. Harvey received his DVM degree from Tuskegee Institute in 1977. He then worked for 2 years in the New Orleans area. A native of Tampa, Dr. Harvey moved back home in 1979 and started the Animal Hospital of Tampa Inc. He is a very well-known, respected, and dedicated veterinarian in his community, and adored by his staff.
Check out Dr. Harvey at www.animalhospitaltampa.com 🐶🐱
Do you know a Black Veterinarian? Tag them below 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
-Pam
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Dr. Harvey retired & the vets that bought his practice are not African American.