Professional Education
Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine 1977-1980
Certifications
Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarian (Colorado State University) 2010
Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (Canine Rehabilitation Institute) 2011
Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner (IVAPM) 2012
Employment as Veterinarian
Veterinary medicine and surgery
Bay Animal Hospital 1980-1982
Harvey Memorial Animal Hospital 1982-1984
Animal Hospital of Grosse Pointe Park 1984-1985
Established Arbor Pointe Veterinary Hospital 1985-2024
During his time as the owner/veterinarian at Arbor Pointe Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Petty established an internal referral center, Animal Pain Center, where he used his expertise for his patients, veterinary students, veterinarians, and to assist pharmaceutical companies as an advisor and to help with the development of pain drugs.