Veterinarian
Hi, I’m Dr. Dave Hutsebaut, an Associate Veterinarian at Veterinary Village. I graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. After completing veterinary school, I served on Active Duty in the US Army as a Veterinary Corps Officer from 2015-2019. During my time in the Army, I completed a year-long veterinary internship and served as Officer in Charge of a Veterinary Treatment Facility and Food Inspection Services at Fort Drum, NY. After my military service, I worked at Nature’s Preserve Pet Care in Sun Prairie from 2019-2020 before joining Veterinary Village in 2020. I am currently board-eligible for the American College of Veterinary Preventative Medicine and continue to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Education
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
Favorite Part of my Job
My favorite aspect of veterinary care is preventative medicine. I believe in keeping pets healthy throughout their lives by addressing issues before they arise, which ultimately improves their quality of life. I also have a strong interest in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and ultrasound, and I enjoy educating pet owners on topics like weight management and oral hygiene. I find that empowering owners with knowledge helps ensure their pets live long, healthy lives.
Why I chose this profession
I’ve always had a passion for the medical field, and veterinary medicine stood out to me because it offers such a wide variety of opportunities to practice in different areas. Whether it’s treating a beloved family pet or working on larger-scale public health issues during my time in the Army, I’ve found that veterinary medicine allows me to engage deeply in all aspects of health and care.
Personal Hobbies & Interests
In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, whether it's snowboarding, camping, hiking, or canoeing. I’m also an avid shooter and coin collector, and I love playing video games. My time in the Army fostered a love for adventure and challenge, which I carry with me both in and out of the clinic.
