Welcome to Osage Veterinary Clinic

Dr. Kristy L. Austin

Kristy Austin, DVM – Kristy is a native of Tulsa, OK and attended college and Veterinary School at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK.  Prior to purchasing Osage Clinic, she practiced small animal medicine in Joplin, MO for 10 years.  Kristy is married to Kelly Austin and has two children, Taylor and Kate.  Away from work she enjoys football, travel and church activities.

In addition to phone, you may email Dr. Austin.

Dr. Tammy Nixon

Dr. Tammy Nixon joined our staff in July 2006. She is a native of NW Arkansas and a graduate of the University of Arkansas. Dr. Nixon served in the US Army and attended the University of Georgia Veterinary School while in service. After leaving the military she worked at clinics in Georgia and Pennsylvania. She and her husband Scott recently relocated to NW Arkansas. They have Pugs and several cats.

Kelly Austin

Kelly Austin, Office Manager – Kelly is a native of Pine Bluff, AR and also lived in Alabama and Connecticut while growing up.  He returned to Arkansas after high school to attend the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.  Prior to purchasing Osage he had 15 years of experience in business and manufacturing in various management roles.  He enjoys football, water activities and guns.  The Austins have two dogs and four cats of their own.

Email Kelly for needed information.

Amy Rodney

Amy Rodney, Veterinary Assistant – Amy is a native of Dardanelle, AR and attended Arkansas Tech University.  Amy began in 2002 as a Veterinary Technician and was employed at Osage when the Austin’s purchased the clinic.  Amy is married to Chris Rodney and has two daughters, Brooke and Krista.  The Rodney’s have horses, dogs and cats.

Lisa Morrison

Lisa Morrison joined our staff in August 2006 and is new to the Bentonville area. Lisa previously worked at an animal clinic in Frisco, TX and has experience as a Receptionist and Veterinary Assistant. Lisa and her husband Shane have three children and several dogs.

Ashley Cook

Ashley Cook, Certified Veterinary Technician, is a graduate of Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri. Ashley is also a volunteer fireman and is working on her EMT Certification. Ashley has numerous pets including dogs and horses.

Renae Findley

Renae Findley, Receptionist, is a native of Joplin, MO and attended the University of Arkansas. She is also a Certified Esthetician. Outside of work she enjoys Arkansas Razorback sports, music and meeting people. She has a Pug, Meika and a Golden Retriever, Buddy.

Nick Behrens

Nick Behrens, Kennel Attendant is a student at Bentonville High School and also serves in the United States Army Reserves. Outside of work he enjoys automotive mechanics and off road driving. His family has several dogs.

The Cat, Claudia

Claudia the Cat, Greeter – As far as we know Claudia is a native of Bentonville and has been employed at Osage most of her life.  She thinks she is in charge of the clinic and we let her think so.  Her passions include canned cat food, laying on the appointment book, and seeking attention from all visitors.  If you find her outside the front door at the clinic it means we probably made her go outside and she is looking for a different way inside.