Serving the South Puget Sound since 1990
MEET US
Dr. Pennie Cooley
Dr. Cooley knew she wanted to be a veterinarian at the age of 13, when her horse became blind from recurrent uveitis. She rode her horse when visual and then the following year when blind, to World Championship Appaloosa English Pleasure titles. Her horse's blindness sparked her interest in veterinary medicine, and more specifically, veterinary ophthalmology.
She obtained a DVM degree from Washington State University, then traveled to New York for an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Cornell University. This was followed by a residency in ophthalmology at The Ohio State University. In 1985, she was board certified by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO). She returned home to Washington and practiced ophthalmology at the Animal Eye Clinic in Seattle. She opened the Eye Clinic For Animals in 1990.
She has authored or coauthored several articles in veterinary journals and textbooks, and is the recipient of several veterinary awards. She is a longtime member of ACVO, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Washington State Veterinary Medical Association (WSVMA) and served on the WSVMA board for several years.
When not caring for her patients, she loves spending time with her husband, daughter, son in law, and grandson, along with her 2 dogs. She enjoys hiking and golfing with her family and friends.
Dr. Karen Brantman Crosetto
Dr. Karen Brantman Crosetto comes to Eye Clinic for Animals of Olympia after practicing ophthalmology in the Seattle area for many years. She is excited to experience the people, animals, forests, and seafood of Washington’s capital city.
She enjoys animals of all shapes and sizes and believes the human-animal bond enriches our lives. To her, the best part of ophthalmology is improving the quality of life for both animals and their humans. Her clinical interests include ophthalmic surgical diseases, particularly reconstructive eyelid procedures and cataracts, and conditions affecting the geriatric animal.
2013 - Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
2013 - Masters of Science, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg
2013 - Residency, Ophthalmology, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg
2010 - Internship, Ophthalmology, Florida Veterinary Specialists, Tampa
2009 - Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Michigan Veterinary Specialists, Southfield
2008 - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing
2000 - Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Prior to veterinary school, Dr. Brantman worked with the Peace Corps in Morocco. During veterinary school, she volunteered with racehorse rescues and taught puppy training courses. Her favorite pastimes include truffle hunting, gardening, doing all things plants, hiking, fly fishing, boating, wine tasting, and spending time with her family, friends, and three dogs Poppy, Georgie, and Marcel.
Doreen
Doreen has worked at the Eye Clinic For Animals as a licensed veterinary technician since 2003. She enjoys camping, gardening, reading, and walks with her dogs. She shares her home with her husband, son, and three furry friends.
Stacy
Stacy was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. She has worked in the veterinary field since 2009 and became a licensed veterinary technician in 2013. She loves spending time with her 3 dogs (2 Pugs and a Catahoula mix). In her spare time she enjoys playing softball and she is an enthusiastic Seahawks fan.
Karen
Karen has lived in Olympia most of her adult life. She has worked at the Eye Clinic For Animals since 2002. She is a receptionist, Veterinary Medicine Clerk, and veterinary assistant. Karen stays busy on her farm with Thoroughbreds, dogs, cats, and miniature donkeys. She enjoys family time with her two daughters and 3 grandsons.
Donna
Donna has worked as a very part time receptionist/assistant at the Eye Clinic For Animals for the past seventeen years. She lives on a small farm with cats, dogs, horses and poultry. In her spare time she raises and shows American Shorthair cats and is an avid Seattle Mariners fan.
Jenni
Jenni started her work in the veterinary field in the late 1990's. She recently moved to the Pacific Northwest and started working for Eye Clinic for Animals in 2015 in the front office. She is also a Veterinary Medication Clerk and veterinary assisstant. She shares her home with her husband, a handful of cats, and a flock of "hens" aka "the girls". In her spare time she enjoys gardening, reading, going to the coast for razor clam digging, and geocaching.
Stina
Stina has been a licensed veterinary technician since 2011. Surgical anesthesia and improving the pet’s quality of life are some of her favorite parts of her work. She is married to a wonderful husband, and together they have 2 rescued pets, a dog and a cat. She loves to read and lift weights as well as travel and spend time with her family and friends.
Rachel
Rachel is a new face at the front desk. She joins our team after many
years of experience in graphic design. Rachel is a devoted mom to her
boys, and in her spare time she enjoys horseback riding and loving on her German Shepherds.
Dr. Pennie Cooley
Doreen
Stacy
Karen
Donna
Dr. Karen Brantman Crosetto
Jenni
Stina