Episode Overview:
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Megan Kelly, vet, rehab therapist, and founder of Online Pet Health and the Vet Rehab Summit. Megan shares the story behind how her desire to specialise and improve her own knowledge led to the creation of a global education platform supporting thousands of vet rehab professionals.
We talk about how Online Pet Health grew from a WhatsApp group and a single webinar to a thriving membership with thousands of members in over 70 countries. Megan discusses how she juggles her responsibilities as a business owner, parent, and horse owner, and what strategies have helped her manage her time effectively.
We also discuss ethical challenges in the equine industry, the need for more collaboration among professionals, and how change can be driven by leadership and consistency. Megan shares her experiences building her business, overcoming the challenge of letting go of control, and highlights the moments she’s most proud of.
What We Cover:
- Why Megan felt drawn to specialise in vet rehab
- The early days of Online Pet Health and how the platform started during a sabbatical with a WhatsApp group
- Building a business model around educational webinars and listening to the needs of her peers
- How the Vet Rehab Summit began and has grown year on year
- Megan’s approach to time management, delegation, and avoiding burnout
- The importance of having the right help—both in business and at home
- Ethical concerns in the equine industry and how she approaches unresolved lameness in her own horses
- The value of working together across professional disciplines
- The role of education and prevention in rehab and injury management
- Why Megan believes change comes from the top—from leaders and influencers willing to take a stand
- Her biggest challenges in business, including learning to delegate
- Career highlights: launching the first Vet Rehab Summit in 2017 and being elected to the IAVRPT board
