Dr. Robert Dammeyer
Chief of Staff
The co-owner and medical director of Pet Medical Center, Dr. Robert Dammeyer was born in Rio de Janeiro and raised in Oregon before settling in Kitsap County in 1991. Dr. Dammeyer previously practiced medicine as an associate veterinarian and medical director at Olympic Veterinary Hospital in Silverdale, Washington from 1991 to 2007.
Dr. Dammeyer attended Oregon State University and received his Bachelor's Degree in Biology in 1987. He went on to Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine, where he was frequently on the dean's list. Dr. Dammeyer was awarded his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1991 and was second in his graduating class. He also received the Upjohn Clinical Proficiency Award upon graduating. His professional interests include dentistry, internal medicine, preventative medicine and general surgery, particularly soft tissue and patellar and cruciate surgeries.
A member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association, Dr. Dammeyer is also a past board-member and vice president of Pet's Choice, Inc. veterinary board. He is also an active supporter of the local Parent Teacher Association.
An avid fan of Oregon State University's football and baseball teams, Dr. Dammeyer can usually be found watching Oregon State games and cheering for his team when not at the hospital. He also enjoys camping, fishing, tennis and exploring the Northwest. He has two Basset Hounds, Crush and Lily.
Dr. Rachel Strohmeyer
Associate
Originally from Montana, Dr. Rachel Strohmeyer attended Montana State University where she studied Animal Science. During her third year of undergraduate studies, Dr. Strohmeyer received early acceptance into Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She began her veterinary studies in 1994 and graduated with her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1998.
As an undergraduate and as a veterinary student, Dr. Strohmeyer excelled in her studies. She was awarded numerous scholarships, made Dean's List and graduated with honors. At Montana State University, she was a member of Phi Zeta, the Agriculture Honor Society and was class speaker at her veterinary school graduation. Along with her DVM Degree, she also earned a Master's Degree in Clinical Sciences and Epidemiology from Colorado State University.
With professional interests in dermatology and internal medicine, Dr. Strohmeyer has been an associate veterinarian at Pet Medical Center since 2002.
Dr. Strohmeyer enjoys spending free time with her husband, Chris, their young son named Eric, and their 3 dogs and cat. Some hobbies and activities that she enjoys include sea kayaking, hiking, shopping and stamping.
Dr. Jim Moore
Associate
Dr. Jim Moore was awarded his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University in 1971.
Dr. Moore excelled in his academic pursuits. He was a Dean's List student and was inducted into Phi Zeta Honor Society and Alpha Psi Honor Society and graduated with distinction in 1971.
Dr Moore has been in practice for more than 35 years and owned and operated Pet Medical Center up until 2007, at which time he sold the practice to Dr. Robert Dammeyer and Todd Herzog. Over the years, the positive feedback and expressions of satisfaction which Dr. Moore and his staff have received from their clients have made their work all the more rewarding and worthwhile. Because of this Dr. Moore will continue to practice at Apple Tree Cove into the future.
A Poulsbo Rotarian since 1977, a former volunteer EMT for the Kingston Ambulance, volunteer for the Puget Sound Pinneped Rehabilitation Center and the Wildhaven Wildlife Center, Dr. Moore has been a contributor to the local community.
Dr. Moore, wife Sharon and daughter Natalie enjoy gardening, traveling, reading, water activities and spending time with their cat named Gator and their Norfolk terrier named Seiko.
