Meet Our Staff
Dr. Erin Hughes
Veterinarian Years in Practice: Since 2012 Dr. Hughes grew up in the bayous of Louisiana where she learned to appreciate all species of animals, from turtles to rabbits and all in between. After graduating from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge she moved to Florida where she earned a Master’s degree in Wildlife Toxicology followed by a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida in Gainesville. Since then, Dr Hughes has worked in large and small animal practices for the past ten years including several years at an avian/exotic animal hospital and a reptile specialty clinic. She has a strong interest in exotic animal medicine and has furthered her education toward becoming Board Certified in exotic small mammal medicine. She has several peer-reviewed publications and recently was selected to present a case report at a national veterinary conference. She shares her home with her husband Rick, three horses, two dogs, five donkeys, a tortoise, a parrot, several rabbits, a guinea pig, one hamster and a few cats. |
Dr. Alicia Price Keener
Relief Veterinarian Years in Practice: Since 2014 Since a young age, Dr. Price has had an undying love of animals. She tried to doctor and save everything she could, including insects! Dr. Price earned her Bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University in 1995 where she majored in pre-veterinary Animal Sciences. She then obtained her D.V.M. through Tuskegee University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. She shares a home with her husband Mike, daughter Emily, and son Drew, along with her “mini zoo” which includes 3 dogs, 1 cat, chickens, a bearded dragon, rabbit, crested gecko, leopard gecko, canaries, hamster, 2 hedgehogs, and a koi fish. Dr. Price works with our clinic part time and has been a part of our family since 2014. She is passionate about preventive care and working with the Humane Society. |
MegaMind aka "Mega"
Clinic Mascot
Mega came to the clinic back in 2013 as a kitten who was very, very sick. He was able to pull through his sickness, and in the meantime, won over the hearts of everyone here at Town & Country. He was born with some minor health issues that affect his vision, so he doesn't see well at all, but somehow has managed to map out the clinic and can find his way around pretty well.
He was also very comforting to us when we lost our first (and, at that time, only) clinic cat "Ilean". Ilean had been around for almost 13 years when she passed away just recently from Feline Pancreatitis. Mega helped us cope with our loss and has been, once again, emblazoned in our hearts as one of ours.
You may catch glimpses of him when you visit the clinic, although we keep him in our "cat ward" during appointments because he will wander up to any animal that comes in, whether they are friendly or not. If you'd like to meet him, just ask us. He loves meeting new people.
Clinic Mascot
Mega came to the clinic back in 2013 as a kitten who was very, very sick. He was able to pull through his sickness, and in the meantime, won over the hearts of everyone here at Town & Country. He was born with some minor health issues that affect his vision, so he doesn't see well at all, but somehow has managed to map out the clinic and can find his way around pretty well.
He was also very comforting to us when we lost our first (and, at that time, only) clinic cat "Ilean". Ilean had been around for almost 13 years when she passed away just recently from Feline Pancreatitis. Mega helped us cope with our loss and has been, once again, emblazoned in our hearts as one of ours.
You may catch glimpses of him when you visit the clinic, although we keep him in our "cat ward" during appointments because he will wander up to any animal that comes in, whether they are friendly or not. If you'd like to meet him, just ask us. He loves meeting new people.
Sydney Russell
Hospital Manager
Years in Practice:
Since 2007
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Abigail Peacock
Receptionist
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Receptionist
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Vanessa Love
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Vanessa graduated from the University of Florida with her Bachelors in Animal Science specializing in Food Animal, with a minor in Management and Sales in Agribusiness. Throughout her time at UF, she worked with a variety of species like horses, sheep, pigs, beef cattle, dairy cattle, and small animals, where she learned in depth about their nutrition, growth and development, reproductive physiology and endocrinology, genetics, and more! She has volunteered at a sea bird and sea turtle rehabilitation facility and a local zoo where she spent most of her time working with large primates, especially gorillas and bonobos. After college she worked with a wildlife preserve where she cared for hundreds of wildlife everyday. Vanessa decided it was time to spend more time in the clinical field of veterinary medicine and chose Town & Country Veterinary Clinic to continue her education and learn more about the medical side of animal care.
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Vanessa graduated from the University of Florida with her Bachelors in Animal Science specializing in Food Animal, with a minor in Management and Sales in Agribusiness. Throughout her time at UF, she worked with a variety of species like horses, sheep, pigs, beef cattle, dairy cattle, and small animals, where she learned in depth about their nutrition, growth and development, reproductive physiology and endocrinology, genetics, and more! She has volunteered at a sea bird and sea turtle rehabilitation facility and a local zoo where she spent most of her time working with large primates, especially gorillas and bonobos. After college she worked with a wildlife preserve where she cared for hundreds of wildlife everyday. Vanessa decided it was time to spend more time in the clinical field of veterinary medicine and chose Town & Country Veterinary Clinic to continue her education and learn more about the medical side of animal care.
Brittany McKinney
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2013
Brittany joined the clinic in September 2013. She has had animals all of her life, from hamsters and rabbits to cows and horses. She always had a dog in her life, as well. Brittany knew as a seven year old child that she wanted to grow up and help animals. She has lived on a farm since she was ten years old. Being around animals is where Brittany feels most at peace and at home.
Jessica Segars
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2006
Jessica grew up around all types of animals with dreams of working within the veterinary field. She has raised and trained dogs, ducks, parrots, horses, reptiles, cats, potbellied pigs and rabbits. Jessica has even worked with various large cats, including tigers, lions, leopards, panthers and servals. During that time she additionally worked with lemurs, monkeys, foxes, and bears, you name it. Jessica’s passion for animals is demonstrated in her patient, loving attitude on a daily basis as she trains and works with various animals. Jessica graduated from high school and worked within the veterinary field for over 10 years in different positions. She has worked as a kennel tech, tech assistant, vet tech, surgical tech, animal dental assistant, doggie day camp trainer and animal receptionist. Jessica thrives in all positions while learning all she can and to this day is striving to continue her education in the fields of animal husbandry. She is always willing to lend a helping hand. Jessica also has an Associates Degree of Nursing, but prefers working with animals and has put nursing on hold for the time being. Jessica is an involved mother of 3 children, daughter Kassady, son Kayden, and daughter Kenzie. She also has 4 Dogue de Bordeauxs' (French Mastiffs) and 3 Maine Coons.
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2006
Jessica grew up around all types of animals with dreams of working within the veterinary field. She has raised and trained dogs, ducks, parrots, horses, reptiles, cats, potbellied pigs and rabbits. Jessica has even worked with various large cats, including tigers, lions, leopards, panthers and servals. During that time she additionally worked with lemurs, monkeys, foxes, and bears, you name it. Jessica’s passion for animals is demonstrated in her patient, loving attitude on a daily basis as she trains and works with various animals. Jessica graduated from high school and worked within the veterinary field for over 10 years in different positions. She has worked as a kennel tech, tech assistant, vet tech, surgical tech, animal dental assistant, doggie day camp trainer and animal receptionist. Jessica thrives in all positions while learning all she can and to this day is striving to continue her education in the fields of animal husbandry. She is always willing to lend a helping hand. Jessica also has an Associates Degree of Nursing, but prefers working with animals and has put nursing on hold for the time being. Jessica is an involved mother of 3 children, daughter Kassady, son Kayden, and daughter Kenzie. She also has 4 Dogue de Bordeauxs' (French Mastiffs) and 3 Maine Coons.
Kelly Trimble
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Kelly’s love of animals began as a youngster and has grown over the years. With a goal of working animals, she attended Santa Fe College, graduating with a degree in animal behavior. Her career has been spent in several states working in zoos and shops dedicated to the care, grooming, and health of animals, domestics, as well as birds, reptiles, and exotics. Recently, she decided to move back home to Starke and secured a job as a Vet Tech working at Town and Country Veterinary Clinic. Kelly is very happy with her situation and enjoys being home near her family again while having a great job doing what she loves.
Veterinary Nurse
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Kelly’s love of animals began as a youngster and has grown over the years. With a goal of working animals, she attended Santa Fe College, graduating with a degree in animal behavior. Her career has been spent in several states working in zoos and shops dedicated to the care, grooming, and health of animals, domestics, as well as birds, reptiles, and exotics. Recently, she decided to move back home to Starke and secured a job as a Vet Tech working at Town and Country Veterinary Clinic. Kelly is very happy with her situation and enjoys being home near her family again while having a great job doing what she loves.
Taylor McDaniel
Maintenance Technician
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Taylor started working here in 2021 and is currently a high school student. She is an active member of the FFA and shows cows and hogs. When asking why she loves working here she said, "I love Town & Country Vet Clinic because it's a great work environement and everyone works as a team. There is nothing better! I love helping animals and learning new things about animal care."
Maintenance Technician
Years in Practice:
Since 2021
Taylor started working here in 2021 and is currently a high school student. She is an active member of the FFA and shows cows and hogs. When asking why she loves working here she said, "I love Town & Country Vet Clinic because it's a great work environement and everyone works as a team. There is nothing better! I love helping animals and learning new things about animal care."
