Dr. Brittany Smith first joined Angel Animal Hospital as a relief veterinarian in 2020 and became co-owner alongside her husband, Dr. Brian Smith, in August 2023. She graduated from Texas A&M University in 2007 and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2012.
Her dream of becoming a veterinarian began when she was 6 years old and welcomed her German Shepherd puppy, Vonda, into her life. Today, Dr. Smith especially enjoys surgery and the opportunity to use her skills to help patients heal, recover, and enjoy a better quality of life.
One of her biggest pieces of advice for pet owners is to trust your instincts. You know your pet better than anyone, and subtle changes in their behavior, appetite, energy, or routine can be worth checking out. She also encourages families to stay consistent with preventive care, including regular exams, blood work, and heartworm prevention. When health concerns are found early, pets often have more options and a better chance at a longer, healthier life.
Outside the hospital, Dr. Smith loves spending time with her family. She and Dr. Brian Smith have two children, Jackson and Aria, who are the lights of her life, along with their Goldendoodle, Charlie. She also holds a special place in her heart for Franklin, her beloved cat and best friend, who passed away in 2022 after 15 wonderful years together.
In her free time, Dr. Smith enjoys cooking and watching horror movies. She and her husband also try to make it to the movies at least once a month.