Kimani Griffith - MINE HILL, NJ

Dr. Kimani Griffith recently acquired ownership of Country Lakes Animal Clinic (established in 1974) and looks forward to constantly improving its standards of excellence. Having grown up in Warrenville, NJ, he graduated from Watchung Hills Regional High School before attending Bucknell University for his undergraduate degree in biology. He attained his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of West Indies, afterward attending clinics at Cornell University. He started his veterinary career at Livingston Animal Hospital in Livingston, NJ before joining Country Lakes Animal Clinic in 2008. He is accredited by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and also a certified member of the Penn H.I.P. referral network.

Dr. Griffith was inspired to become a veterinarian by his fascination with science and love of animals, as well as the unique challenges of working with animals and their caregivers. An avid equestrian he has enjoyed horseback riding his entire life and was a member of the Bucknell Equestrian team during his undergraduate studies. He appreciates the interaction that he has with his clients, patients and coworkers in a compassionate team setting, to deal with the health and well being of his patients.

His love of medicine is evident in his work, with special interest in ophthalmology, neurology, endocrinology and clinical pathology. He also takes pride in his active participation in pet adoption. Country Lakes Animal Clinic works closely with local animal shelters to house dogs and cats in need of homes, socializing if necessary and hosting adoption days to find loving homes for those in need. Check out our adoption page for animals currently in need of loving homes.

Dr. Griffith stresses the importance of quality of care for the pet and education of the client to facilitate a long and healthy life for our furry family members. He shares his home with his wife, his cat Hattie, and his two dogs Kane and Brutus.