Minneapolis - Rachel Covi - Vet Partners Pet Hospital

D R . R A C H E L C O V I

Practice Owner and DVM, Minneapolis

Dr. Rachel Covi is an owner and a DVM at our Minneapolis hospital. Dr. Covi’s favorite part of her job is building relationships with clients and continuing to learn new things. Her medical interests include internal medicine, dentistry and geriatrics.

Before working at Vet Partners, Dr. Covi obtained her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota. She went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine, in 2010. After graduation, she has continuously worked in small animal general practice, then joined Vet Partners Pet Hospital in the summer of 2018.

In her free time, she keeps track of two little girls, two cats, a beagle and one husband.

Why did you become a vet?

I chose veterinary medicine for love of the human animal bond. Science and problem solving are a passion of mine. There is always something new to learn and never a dull day in practice.

Little Known Talents

Survives trips to the grocery store with two small children
Can successfully execute a multi-course dinner for eight
Information junkie within and outside the veterinary field

Keys to Dr. Covi’s Heart:

Food: Fine dining, cheese, novel animal proteins
Music: 90s hits
Experience: local activities with and without the children
Animal: Leaf Cutter Ants

Pets:

Ashley: Gray DLH, 2011 model – A client found him as a kitten in an abandoned house. While shy around strangers, he is a very affectionate with those he trusts, including the kids.
Kyle: Black Sphynx, 2022 model – A purr machine with unending patience for the affection and attention of the younger humans in the household.
Parker: Tri-color beagle, 2025 model – Currently the most junior of our four-legged friends. If you like dogs, he will love you back with all of his hound heart.