Laurie Peek, DVM, Director of Veterinary Programs

Dr. Peek is a major force at Maddie's Fund, guiding decisions on veterinary school grants and guidelines and advising foundation staff on veterinary related issues. Dr. Peek's goal-to encourage veterinary schools to provide professional training and support to animal shelters and to inform them about new advances in shelter medicine fits perfectly with the mission of Maddie's Fund. She has been affiliated with the foundation since its inception.

Dr. Peek has practiced small animal medicine and surgery since her graduation from Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. In addition to her hands-on work helping animals feel better, she provides spay/neuter and adoption assistance to several animal welfare organizations in her community.

Dr. Peek and her family live in the Midwest with Anna (a sheltie they rescued as a puppy), Amanda, Aggie and Moses (three beloved cats), and Lovey Hoppykins (an adopted English Spot rabbit).