In memoriam
Dr. Scott Morey was a beloved veterinarian, mentor, husband, and father whose legacy continues to shape our practice and community. Raised in Tolland, Connecticut, Scott developed an early passion for agriculture while working on a local dairy farm and showing beef cattle in 4-H. This lifelong love for animals led him to earn a degree in animal science from the University of Connecticut, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University, where he graduated with honors. During his time at Kansas State, he also completed a Master of Science in animal science with a focus on dairy cattle nutrition, earning a perfect 4.0 GPA.
Scott began his veterinary career in north central Kansas, working at a progressive mixed-animal practice where he treated a wide range of species with skill and compassion. He eventually returned to his home state to provide large animal care in the field and later fulfilled his dream of opening Fenton River Veterinary Hospital in Tolland with his wife and veterinary partner, Dr. Heidi Morey.
Dr. Morey’s professional focus was large animal medicine, offering on-farm care including routine exams, vaccinations, lameness evaluations, reproductive services, surgeries, digital radiology, and ultrasound. He held advanced training in equine reproduction, bovine embryo transfer, cattle nutrition, and emergency medicine. His dedication to the wellbeing of both animals and their caretakers set a standard of excellence and compassion that continues to inspire our team.
Outside of veterinary medicine, Scott cherished time with his wife Heidi and their two children, Ashlynn and Jackson. He enjoyed working with their own herd of Simmental beef cattle and living a life rooted in family, service, and love for the land.
Dr. Morey was licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and proudly held membership in several professional organizations, including:
- American Association of Equine Practitioners
- American Association of Bovine Practitioners
- American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association
In 2022, Dr. Morey passed away after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. His memory lives on in the countless lives he touched — both animal and human — and in the continued mission of Fenton River Veterinary Hospital, which remains guided by the values he held dear: compassion, excellence, and integrity.
We honor his life, his legacy, and the profound impact he made on our hearts and our profession.