About Our Team

Hello, my name is Mckenzie Ball. I am currently in school at UofL earning my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I decided to go into the veterinary industry when leaving a different field for a change of pace and fell in love. I am originally from Somerset, KY, but moved to Northern Kentucky from Louisville with my partner and our pets: Max (Pitbull mix), Callie (Calico), Buffy (Yorkie mix), and Sansa (DSH). In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my little family, trying new food at local restaurants, and watching reality television.

It is always my goal to create a fear-and-stress-free environment for the patient, as well as a positive experience for the client. One of my favorite things about my position is the ability to educate our clients on their pet’s health and how to maintain it. I love being able to help them understand different topics and to help to ease any of their concerns. With four fur-babies of my own, I know how crucial it is to be transparent with clients about services provided and the health of their loved one.

I look forward to working with our amazing clientele and getting to know all of the furriest members of their families!

My name is Whitney Dettmer. I am the founder and veterinarian of Kentucky Paws Animal Hospital. I grew up in Villa Hills and married my high school sweetheart. I graduated from the University of Louisville with a dual Bachelor’s Degree and then went on to receive my doctorate from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. I focused my entire life on my career, and then I had two beautiful children who changed everything. There is a good chance that you will get to see them grow up around the hospital. We have two shepherds/husky mutts, a dachshund, and a food-loving black cat at home.

I strive to strengthen the human-animal bond and am committed to providing high-quality, dependable care for your four-legged friends every time. I worked in Campbell County for four years before deciding to pursue my ultimate dream of starting my own practice. I hope you look around Kentucky Paws and see all the love I have poured into this dream.

I enjoy spending time with my family, decorating my home, and trying out new restaurants in my free time. I believe Disney World is the happiest place on Earth.

Hello all! My name is Darby Cutter, and I am a licensed veterinary technician. I grew up on a small farm right outside Falmouth, raising all sorts of animals, from goats and horses to cats and dogs.

I graduated from Murray State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Animal Health Technology in 2016. Surgery and patient care have become my passion and I love taking care of any animal that comes my way. I have a small menagerie at home that consist of two horses, one dog, one cat, two goats, and a dozen chickens.

When I’m not taking care of animals, I enjoy spending my time either outside in the sunshine or reading a good book.

My name is Heather and I am a proud mother of three with Dr. Whitney being the oldest, Micaela is my second daughter who is a middle school teacher and resides in Louisville, my son Jordan is the youngest and he is in the Navy, currently stationed in Greece. I am also a grandmother of two beautiful grandchildren, Blair and Jay.

My love for animals began at an early age, with my first dog being a German Shepard. Growing up, I always had a dog or cat by my side. I currently have three domestic shorthair cats that I adore and are my world!

My hobbies include spending time with my family, watching cooking and true crime shows, and I absolutely love to cook and try different recipes.

I look forward to serving the community. I am very excited to meet you and all of your furry family members.

Hi! My name is Lillie Schultz, and I am a veterinary assistant. I graduated and earned my veterinary assistant certification from Scott High School in 2021. I found out that I wanted to go into the veterinary field after being put into a vet assistant class in high school. I have always been surrounded by cats and dogs my whole life, and right now, we have two cats (Neo and Charles) and two German Shepherds (Kaiser and Kobe).

In my free time, I enjoy relaxing while watching Netflix shows, going to the gym, and hanging out with friends. I am grateful for this opportunity to work here at Kentucky Paws, and I enjoy seeing all of your fur babies!