Over 45 years of a veterinarian, Dr. Jan Pol is TV personality known for Nat Geo Wild’s TV show “The Incredible Dr. Pol.” The popular show follows the work of Dr. Pol and his incredible team in rural Weidman, Michigan as they treat animals and help farmers in their pursuit of business. While Dr.Pol has achieved hero status in the local area, through the TV show, he gets to spread the work further.
Dr.Pol from “The Incredible Dr.Pol”
If we talk about the personal aspect of Dr.Pol’s life; he is a married man and father of three kids. So how is Dr. Pol’s married life? Who are the Kids? In this wiki like a bio, we will bring you every detail on Dr.Pol like his childhood, age, net worth, family, career, and facts.
Dr. Jan Pol [a.k.a Dr.Pol] birthdate and Early Life
Dr. Jan Pol was born as the youngest of six children in Drenthe, Netherlands on September 4, 1942. He grew up on a dairy farm with his two brothers and three sisters. Due to family lifestyle and the setting around him in early years, Dr.Pol was bound to like animals. Initially, he wanted to be a farmer, however, at the age of twelve years, the precise moment Dr.Pol helped a vet deliver a litter of piglets he knew he wanted to be a veterinary doctor in future. So it is not a surprise Dr. Pol turned his inspiration into a career. He studied veterinary medicine at Utrecht University and graduated there with a DVM degree.
Dr. Jan Pol blissfully married to his girlfriend, Diane Pol. He has three adopted Kids.
Dr. Jan Pol is an accomplished Veterinarian when we bring about his private aspects of life it is no different. He is married to more than 50 years of wife Diane Pol. To have such a long committed relationship any couple needs mutual understanding and indeed love spark in between. Well, in case of Dr.Pol and his Mrs. they seem to lack none.
Dr.Pol married to more than 50 years of wife
Dr. Pol met his wife Diane Pol when he was a foreign exchange student at Mayville High School in 1961. His sister had moved to Canada, to be near he spent a high school year in Michigan. There he became friend with Diane who was the daughter of host parents.
Dr.Pol returned to Netherlands and he kept in touch with Diane through letters. The couple exchange letters for some years which helped their relationship flourish. Through one of the letters, Dr. Pol invited Diane to visit Netherland which further helped cement their relationship.
Dr. Pol and his wife getting on with the wedding cake
Dr. Pol got married to Diane Pol in a wedding ceremony in 1967. After the marriage, the couple returned to Netherland so that Dr.Pol could complete his education. He graduated from the prestigious Utrecht University Veterinary program in 1970.
Dr.Pol and his wife are an inspirational couple; from being a loving partner at home to working together in Vet service, they are all there. In more than 50 years of marriage, the couple does not have kids of own. They have three adopted children a son and two daughters. His son Charles Pol and daughter Kathy Pol were adopted right from the birth, and third child Diane Jr at the age of 18.
Dr.Pol Kids growing up in Michigan
Dr.Pol Career and Net Worth
Dr.Pol has enjoyed an accomplished life of a Veterinarian. He is the owner of Pol Veterinary Services with a team of specialists at his disposal to serve in Weidman, Michigan. Over the years he has provided service more to than 19,000 clients. Initially, he began service for the large animals with so many years of experience and need of time he provides facility for small animals too. Dr. Pol treats horses, pigs, cows, sheep, alpacas, goats, chickens and even an occasional reindeer.
He is considered a family figure amongst farmer in the local area. He works tirelessly to ensure their livestock are healthy and alive. With age catching up Dr.Pol may not be fast still he is capable of completing the job.
Dr.Pol net worth is approximated at $1M
Dr. Pol is a reality TV star; he gained worldwide fame through Nat Geo Wild TV series “The Incredible Dr.Pol.” He is also known for His son Charles who is actor and producer put forth the idea of making Dr.Pol’s Vet business into a TV show and acts as the co-executive producer. While Dr. Pol did not expect to get the show past the first season here, it is currently in the twelfth season.
As the cast of TV show and the owner of a Pol veterinary service, Dr. Pol earns an impressive sum. His net worth is estimated at $1M.
Dr. Pol first practiced veterinary medicine in Harbor Beach, Michigan. After working for ten years in another practice Pol began Veterinary Hospital with his wife and practice manager, Diane, out of their home in 1981.
Dr. Pol facts
- Dr. Pol is fluent in four languages – English, Dutch, French, and German.
- Dr. Pol is color-blind. He has trouble with the colors green and brown.
- Dr. Pol first practiced veterinary medicine in Harbor Beach, Michigan.
- Dr. Pol’s favorite food is pork chops.
- Dr. Pol’s favorite sport is soccer.
- Dr. Pol has a phobia of heights.
- Dr. Pol and his wife Diane celebrate Saint Nicholas Day, which is the Dutch version of Christmas
- Dr. Pol often donates his time and veterinary services to local 4-H clubs throughout central Michigan.
- Dr. Pol is an avid car collector. Among the cars in his collection are a 1937 Rolls Royce, a 1999 Plymouth Prowler, and a 1981 “Back to the Future” DeLorean.
- Diane Pol had a Master’s Degree in Special Reading and used to be a schoolteacher at Harbor Beach Elementary Schools.
- Dr. Pol is licensed to Practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Michigan and The Netherlands
| Name: | Jan-Harm Pol |
| Place of Birth | Drenthe, Netherlands |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthdate | September 4, 1942 |
| Occupation | Reality TV actor, Veterinarian |
| Net worth | $ 1 Million |
| Wife | Diane Pol |
| Kids | 3, Charles Pol, Kathy Pol, Diane Jr. |
We love Dr Pol we would love to meet them in persin !! What a amazing family they made!!!
I just love to watch the incredible doc Pol it is one of mine favorite TV show I just look forward to watching them dr. Paul cracks me up any is salt so good with the animals also doc Brenda and Doc Emily are so good at what they do if I lived in the same town most definitely I would be a client at Pol
Veterinarian Services thank you for your show and just being loving human beings God bless you all and I hope there’s still many many shows to come thank you again Carmen Gagnon
Next to my late father Ted Glowka, Dr. Pol is the greatest man God has blessed us with especially because of his love for animals. Thank you Doctor Pol and Diane for being sent from our heavenly father. And a big thank you to Brenda and Emily. They too have my highest respect. My gramma was a farmer in the U P of Michigan. Goetzville Mich. And I live Walled Lake, Mich.
Ich schaue mir jeden Tag “Der unglaubliche Dr.Pol” an. Ich liebe diese Sendung sehr und freue mich jeden Tag darauf.
We love Dr. Pol and his wife Diane! Brenda and Emily seem to be outstanding Vets also, they would have to be to work with Dr. Pol! We find Charles a disgrace to the family, don’t know much about the other two children, have seen Diane Jr. but not Kathy. It’s difficult to believe Charles comes from the same family, he is SO INEPT! Has to be told what to do EVERY TIME he is out on a call with Dr. Pol, doesn’t seem to EVER learn! Not very bright, we’d guess.l He failed in Hollywood, no wonder! We love the series but channel-hop when Charles comes on!
Just a wee bit harsh judging Charles…..after all by his own words he is not interested in the animals like Dr Pol.
I do enjoy watching Dr Pol. I was not as enthusiastic though when on one episode, Dr Pol have a dog the testicles extracted from a horse on an Amish farm. It may happen alot, I just don’t think that anyone really needed to see that happen!
Dr. Pol is great. He knows his profession.
I love Dr. Pol and his staff also. I just binged watched all day Saturday until I was so tired I couldn’t watch any more. I am part Dutch so I feel a kinship with the family. My father grew up on a wonderful farm also.
I love Dr. Pol! He is a fantastic vet. Drs. Brenda and Emily are very impressive but Dr. Pol is the best. Loved Charles helping his dad when he had his ankle done this season (2019/August). And Charles and Beth are expecting! How great is that!
Love you all at Pol veterinary services!
I love Dr. Pol, his family and staff! I tape his show every week! At the end of the most recent program, there was a dedication about their grandson, stating he had passed away! Can you tell us what happen? So sorry for their loss!
I too love the show and the people on it. they are like family to me. thank you all for keeping this show going. I noticed at the season finale that adam, dr. pols grandson had died. this absolutely felt like a family member had passed.I am so heartbroken and I want to convey my sympathy and love to Kathy, the dr. and mrs pol, Charles and beth and diane jr.. God bless you all.
dear dr pol and your staff and family thank you for your love of animals what an incrediable show can I ask for a picture of you dr pol and your staff and send it addressed to my wife do you have post card thank you. Kathy Maurice 925 healy place Lindenwold nj 08021. ps can you send it before Christmas . happy holidays to all. thank you paul maurice
Just wondering..how..dr.pol is now..! Is he still alive and still working….will there b more shows…of his..and to end this note happy new yrs…dr.pol and staff if your still open and still kicking..2020!
I saw the end of a show that had been filming DrPol with a young man. It said it was a tribute to a son, grandson, and a brother. When did this person die in 2019? Which of Dr Pols children have a son of his age?
How rude to say that about Charles… Did you know he’s not a VET???? I think he is a great son… He loves his parents with all his heart and it shows… He presented the show to National Geo…. If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all…
Love your show, learned a lot over the years , I admire your hard work and dedication!!! Leo mulder in Canada
I really like watching. Dr. pol is the best show on T.V. keep them come I live in south Alabama I really learn a lots by watching his show and I like Dr. Brenda and Dr. Nicole those girls are good at. I can;t wait till the new shows.begin”””Dr. pol keep it between the ditchs……….