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Our Care Team

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Molly Busby

Molly Busby

Veterinary Technician

Growing up in Holly Springs, Mississippi, Molly can’t recall a time when her family didn’t have a plethora of pets. This upbringing sparked a desire in her to become an animal advocate. A deep interest in anatomy and physiology made a career in veterinary medicine the natural choice. As a veterinary technician here at Willow Bend, Molly enjoys playing a role in helping animals live their best lives.

Molly has wanted to work here since she was old enough to see over the receptionist counter. She finally got her wish in April of 2022, when she officially joined the Willow Bend team. Prior to that, she had studied to become a licensed cosmetologist before quickly realizing that her heart was in animal care. She enrolled in the Penn Fosters vet tech program and applied at Willow Bend shortly thereafter.

Professionally, Molly enjoys assisting the doctors with emergency surgeries – especially C-sections. She takes great joy in seeing animals who were hospitalized with illnesses or injuries recover and return home healthy once again. Most of all, she appreciates the long-lasting relationships she’s made with our patients and their owners.

At home, Molly has several pets of her own, including three cats – Alice, Maggie, and Squirt; and two dogs – a terrier mix named Buddy and an Australian Shepherd named Guinness. In her spare time, Molly enjoys being outdoors, riding four-wheelers, fishing, and spending time with family, friends and her beloved herd of animals. She’s also currently working on restoring her 1969 Volkswagen Beetle.

Autumn Colston

Autumn Colston

Veterinary Technician

Autumn can’t remember a time when she didn’t love animals of every shape and size. Keeping others’ pets healthy, and helping them to feel better when they fall ill, is simply what she loves to do! Autumn is a proud member of the front-desk team here at Willow Bend Animal Clinic.

Autumn is a native of northern Mississippi and joined the Willow Bend Animal Clinic family in the summer of 2018 when a position opened up at the front desk. She’s been here ever since! Autumn loves to learn new things on a daily basis, and especially likes jumping in to help while a litter of puppies or kittens is being born.

Most of Autumn’s free time away from the office is spent with her family. She and her husband have two wonderful daughters and a son and also share their lives with many pets. They have 10 dogs and a cat!

Stephanie Butler

Stephanie Butler

Receptionist

Stephanie has always wanted to do everything she possibly could to help animals and promote their health and wellness. What better way to do just that than by working in the world of veterinary medicine? When the opportunity arose for Stephanie to put her passion for pets to good use in a clinic setting, she didn’t waste any time. She’s been a part of the Willow Bend Animal Clinic family ever since!

Stephanie is originally from Metairie, Louisiana but grew up in Collierville, Tennessee, and is a proud psychology graduate of the University of Mississippi. In March of 2017, she came across a Facebook advertisement noting that the clinic was hiring. Stephanie jumped at her chance! Now, she’s proud to serve as one of the first faces clients see when they enter the clinic.

When she’s not greeting pet owners and their adorable companions here at the clinic’s front desk, Stephanie can be found fishing and boating on the lake and spending time with her family and pets at home. She and her husband, David, have four dogs: Hank Williams and Jolene, both spunky Terrier mixes, a Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix named Dolly who often comes to work with Stephanie and an a rescue dog named Reba, a Frenchie.

Katlyn Culver

Katlyn Culver

Veterinary Assistant, Boarding Team Leader

In 2019, Katlyn married her husband, Trent, and shortly after, they welcomed their precious daughter, Hadley Jean. Their ever-growing animal family consists of three mini schnauzers – Chester, Greta, and Griffin; a border collie, Gus, who regularly accompanies Katlyn to the clinic; two chihuahuas – Honee Jo and Doodle; two cats – Romeo and Juliet, who were both adopted from the clinic; and a turtle named Franklin.

Juanice Burton

Juanice Burton

Veterinary Assistant, Receptionist, Kennel Technician

In 2012, Juanice brought her own cat to Willow Bend Animal Clinic for medical care. She also happened to be looking for work at the time. When the doctor was treating Juanice’s cat, she took the opportunity to inquire about a job. The rest is history! Juanice has been a member of the hospital family ever since.

Juanice was born in Tennessee but moved to Mississippi with her family at the age of four. She’s lived in this area ever since! She launched her journey in veterinary care right here at Willow Bend Animal Clinic, and couldn’t be happier with her choice. Now, she serves as a Veterinary Assistant, front-desk receptionist, and Kennel Technician. For Juanice, nothing beats knowing that her efforts made a lasting impact in the lives of not only pets, but their loving owners as well.

Outside of the office, Juanice enjoys working in her yard, caring for her pets at home, and spending quality time with family. Her family consists of two children, three grandchildren, and a multitude of pets. Juanice has five cats and two loveable dogs.

Ginger Miller

Ginger Miller

Veterinary Technician

Ginger grew up locally and always had an affinity for the earth’s creatures. Ever since she can remember, she’s wanted to make a difference in the lives of others—whether they have two legs or four. For Ginger, working in the world of veterinary medicine was the perfect fit. She’s a Veterinary Technician with the Willow Bend Animal Clinic family!

Ginger heard of an opening here at the clinic and applied on a whim; she was thrilled to hear back with a job offer! Now, she gets to help animals and their loving owners on a daily basis. She’s particularly fond of helping to birth litters of puppies and kittens.

Ginger’s interests outside of veterinary care include cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals, reading great books, and spending quality time with her family and pets. She has two dogs, Noah and Speck.

Cindy


Cindy

Accounting, Human Resources

Before working in the world of animal care, Cindy spent many years in the human healthcare field. Using her background and skill set to better the lives of not only pets, but the owners who care for them, just came naturally! Cindy is in charge of accounting and human resources here at Willow Bend Animal Clinic.

Cindy worked in the National Parks Department for a time, as well as in the world of human medicine, before making the transition into veterinary care. She joined the Willow Bend Animal Clinic family 21 years ago, starting as an Assistant and front-desk staff member, before becoming the clinic’s chief accountant and human resources professional.

Cindy has been married for 37 wonderful years and shares her life with four dogs and numerous cats—her husband likes to joke that they sleep on a game trail! When she’s not here at the clinic, Cindy enjoys traveling and trying out new restaurants..

Chris Cockrell

Chris Cockrell

Office Manager

Chris has always adored the company of animals, and she’s a pet owner herself. That means she knows firsthand how valuable our animal companions are—she wants to do everything in her power to help pets and the people who care for them. When the opportunity arose for Chris to use her background in accounting and bookkeeping in a veterinary setting, she jumped at the chance!

Chris is from a small community called Cornersville and still lives there to this day. After 13 years working in accounts payable/receivable in the furniture industry, she knew it was time for a change. That’s when she came across an opening right here at Willow Bend Animal Clinic. Chris joined the clinic family in October of 2013 and has been enjoying every moment since.

Here at the hospital, Chris loves to work behind the scenes and keep everything running smoothly so that doctors and staff can concentrate on medicine. But they know to call Chris when puppies visit the clinic—it won’t be long before she is running in to help!

When she’s not at work, Chris likes reading, watching HGTV to get ideas for home DIY projects, and spending time with her family and pets. She and her husband, Lonnie, have six dogs—Pip, Millie, Charley, Bodee, Dodge, and Daisy—as well as a pair of loveable cats who go by Boomer and Rumble.

Blair Thompson

Blair Thompson

Veterinary Technician, Kennel Technician

When her sister’s horse fell ill, Blair rushed over to help. With the aid of their equine veterinarian, Blair and her family helped their horse make a full recovery. Ever since that experience, Blair knew that she wanted to do more to help animals in need. Becoming a veterinary professional was the perfect choice for her! Now, she’s proud to help the pets and animal owners of her hometown as a member of the Willow Bend Animal Clinic team.

Before she was an employee here at the hospital, Blair was a client, and brought her own fur babies here for care. In November of 2018, she was thrilled to accept a position as a member of the clinic family! Blair serves as a Veterinary Technician and Kennel Technician, and she especially loves to comfort nervous or anxious animal visitors.

Outside of veterinary medicine, Blair enjoys painting, training her horses, and pampering her own pets at home. She has two dogs: Everleigh Rose, who likes to bark at everything new, and a longhaired Dachshund named Lexi who loves playing with her floppy mop toy.

Ashton Gandy

Ashton Gandy

Head Veterinary Technician

Ashton grew up an only child on a small commercial cattle farm in Potts Camp, MS. From the time she was a couple of weeks old, she was out with her parents, checking the cows and holding down the fort. This upbringing instilled a deep and lasting love of animals in Ashton—one that would shape her future and her career path.

Ashton began working at Willow Bend Animal Clinic in May of 2010, after graduating high school. She worked every day that summer until her classes at Northwest Community College started, and then she worked weekends and holidays. In 2016, Ashton graduated from Mississippi State with a degree in animal science. She’s proud to still call Willow Bend her home, and we are fortunate to have her!

Clinically, Ashton loves the challenge of figuring out what’s wrong with a patient and how to help them feel better. Having worked her way up from cleaning kennels to her current role as Head Technician, Ashton has learned so much and can comfortably work in every area of the clinic. Of the many tasks and duties she performs, Ashton’s favorite is farm calls, as it brings her back to her roots.

Outside of work, Ashton has a border collie named Maverick and three cats: Jane, Remi, and Milli. She also has two horses: Daisy and Ginger, and a small herd of cows. Her current goal is to raise show calves, replacement heifers, and stocker calves. She does her own artificial insemination on her cattle, and being able to see the healthy calves who are a product of her hard work is indescribable. In the future, Ashton hopes to acquire more land and increase her herd to more than 50.

Cheyenne Jones

Cheyenne Jones

Receptionist

In high school, Cheyenne went on a mission trip to South America. While speaking with the natives was initially challenging, she was able to draw on her knowledge and love of animals to connect and find common ground. Through this experience, Cheyenne discovered a passion for animals that would ultimately shape her future career path.

After high school, Cheyenne attended Itawamba Community College for two years before moving on to Mississippi State. She is currently finishing up her bachelor’s degree in animal science through Kansas State University with the goal of applying to veterinary school in the near future. Professionally, Cheyenne enjoys learning new things, educating pet owners, and putting smiles on the faces of our clients.

Outside of work, Cheyenne lives with her son, Hatcher, as well as her three dogs (Doc Hudson, Retta, and Rex), and three cats (Buckwheat, Oliver, and Cheetoh). In her spare time, Cheyenne loves being outdoors, going to the river, camping, having cookouts, and riding horses.

Caycee Brown

Caycee Brown

Technician / Assistant

Growing up in Memphis, TN, Caycee was constantly bringing home strays and helping the neighbors with their old English sheepdogs. She decided at a young age that she wanted to work with animals for a living, and more than two decades later, she’s still just as passionate about what she does!

Caycee was excited to join the Willow Bend Animal Clinic team, after patiently waiting for an opening to become available. Professionally, she loves the fact that she gets to interact with animals on a daily basis. Eventually, she would like to learn more about large animal care, but for now, she’s happy snuggling with dogs, cats, and the occasional goat.

At home, it’s Caycee, her husband, and their own miniature zoo of pets, including eight dogs (Ocoee, Oakley, Ted, Crane, Isla, Whiskey, Brutus, and Toccoa), two cats (Lucy and Neyland – a.k.a. Mayhem), two rescue budgies (Jax and Petri), and an Amazon parrot named Poppy. In addition to animals, Caycee’s other passions include reading, and volunteering with rescue organizations.

Josey Hutcheson

Josey Hutcheson

Veterinary Technician

When Josey was in fourth grade, she met Dr. Mike and told him she wanted to be a veterinarian when she grew up. Dr. Mike told her that when she got older, he’d hire her at his clinic. In February of 2023, he made good on that promise and Josey officially became a full-time team member at Willow Bend Animal Clinic!

In her role as veterinary technician, Josey’s favorite job duties include assisting with dentals and surgeries. The experience has taught her a great deal about the importance of building trust in the veterinary field.

At home, Josey is “mom” to three dogs (Raven, Juney, and Elle), and two cats (Jill and Alex). In her free time, Josey enjoys playing the piano and crocheting stuffed animals that look like peoples’ pets.

Alicia

Alicia Edwards

Veterinary Technician/Kennel Assistant

Growing up in Drummonds, TN, Alicia recalls spending much of her childhood with as many local animals as she could find, from neighborhood pets to nearby livestock. The fact that these precious souls could say so much without ever actually speaking a word was fascinating to Alicia and would ultimately inspire her to pursue a career in the veterinary field.

Alicia got her start right here at Willow Bend, when she was hired as a kennel assistant in August of 2021. After proving herself as capable and competent, she was promoted to begin helping with patients. Alicia has since moved into the exam room, where she assists with surgeries, performs nail trims, and tries her best to entertain everyone she comes into contact with.

Outside of the clinic, Alicia lives with her husband, Cole, and four pups, including a three-legged Great Dane named Nemo, a crazy but sweet American bully named Dory, a chihuahua named Pebbles (a.k.a. “Boss Lady”), and a crazy Boerboel named Khaleesi. Alicia’s personal interests include spending time with family, hanging out with friends, attending bonfires, and doing anything outdoors.

Lainey Andrews

Lainey Andrews

Receptionist

Lainey chose a career in the veterinary industry because she wanted to help animals and their owners enjoy safer and healthier lives together. Back then, she drew her inspiration from her horse, Jessie, whom she helped recover from a serious injury. The experience made Lainey realize she had a passion and a knack for animal care.

Prior to joining the Willow Bend team, Lainey was a client here for many years. That all changed when she came across a Facebook post advertising a job opening and decided to apply. Six months later, she was hired as a kennel technician. Lainey has since moved into the role of receptionist, through which she gets to be even more hands-on with the patients.

Lainey’s family consists of her fiancé and their five pets, including four dogs (Butter, Olive, Nelli, and KoKo), and one cat (Ash). Nelli loves to cuddle, while Olive would prefer to stay to herself. Butter is a big baby who loves to play and sleep on his chair, and KoKo loves to play fetch with her pink ball.

Aside from animals, Lainey’s other interests include spending time with family, fishing, watching her fiancé work on cars, and training her dogs

Kayla Roberts

Kayla Roberts

Veterinary Technician/Kennel Assistant

Growing up, Kayla’s family always had dogs. But while she adored each and every one of them, what she really wanted was a cat. It wasn’t until she moved out on her own and started working at a veterinary clinic that Kayla was finally able to make that dream a reality. It was then that she encountered Susie, a senior cat in need. The two eventually formed an indelible bond that still inspires Kayla to this day!

Prior to joining the Willow Bend team, Kayla worked at our sister clinic in New Albany, MS. When she decided to move closer to family, she joined her sister, Katlyn, here at Willow Bend in July of 2022. Professionally, Kayla loves helping the doctors and assisting with diagnostics. Not surprisingly, she has a particular knack for working with our feline patients—especially those who are difficult to handle.

Outside of the clinic, Kayla’s family consists of her wife, Sophie, her sister and co-worker, Katlyn, and her amazing nieces: Hadley, Marlee, and Macie. Kayla currently has four cats—Susie, Murphy, London, and Lizzie.

Ashlea Page

Ashlea Page

Kennel Technician

As a child, Ashlea really enjoyed watching vet shows on television. She knew even back then that she wanted to help animals and make a difference in their lives. As she got older, Ashlea began developing more of an interest in medicine and science, so a career in the veterinary field seemed like the perfect fit!

Before she joined the Willow Bend team, Ashlea spent several years in human medicine working as a CNA and phlebotomist. Over time, she realized she preferred patients of the four-legged variety, so she switched gears. Ashlea started as a receptionist before moving into the role of kennel assistant. Professionally, she loves assisting with C-sections and helping bring new life into the world. 

Outside of work, Ashlea lives with her husband, Michael, and their two sons, Kolten and Korben. The family has three dogs: Kyah, the boss of the house; Soosh, the playful goofball; and Mr. Freckles, who loves to curl up with his human brothers. They also have a bearded dragon named Charmander. In her free time, Ashlea loves being with family, fishing, hunting, swimming, watching football and baseball, and sitting around the firepit, making S’mores. 

Madison Thomas

Madison Thomas

Vet Technician/Assistant

Madison grew up riding horses, which fostered in her a deep love of all creatures, large and small. In particular, she developed an indelible bond with her first horse: a stallion named Rebel, who Madison trained herself. In the time they shared together, Rebel taught Madison so much and ultimately inspired her to pursue a career in the veterinary field.

In August of 2023, Madison found herself wanting to work with animals again and that’s when she came across an opening at Willow Bend. She took a chance, tossed her hat into the ring, and the rest is history! Professionally, Madison loves learning new things, assisting with surgery, and being able to love on patients every day.

At home, Madison has two dogs of her own: Jax and Dutton, who are both very sweet and playful. She also has two horses: Tulsa and Duke; and three sweet, attention-loving cats: Enzo, Penelope, and Sassy. Tulsa and Duke act like giant dogs and are completely spoiled.

Rachel

Rachel Laney

Receptionist

Growing up in Germantown, TN, with her parents and younger sister, Rachel always loved riding horses and spending time outdoors. On her way home from school one day, Rachel rescued a stray Lhasa Apso, whom she named Jake. Through the experience of caring for Jake and finding him a good home, Rachel developed a passion for rescue work that she still has to this day.

Prior to joining Willow Bend Animal Clinic in 2020, Rachel spent six years working as a veterinary receptionist at SCHA. After taking some time off to be a stay-at-home mom, Rachel returned to Willow Bend and hasn’t looked back since! Professionally, she loves getting to know our clients and their four-legged family members.

At home, Rachel is happily married to her husband, Donald, with whom she shares one daughter, Livi June. Their fur-family includes a Great Dane named Onyx, a black mouth cur named Copper, and a mastiff named Violet. They also have three donkeys, and eight horses. When she’s not working, Rachel loves to go trail riding with her family and take camping trips with the horses. Their goal is to ride in all 50 states. So far, they’ve tackled seven.

Pet Visits

22,005

Pet Visits

Treats Given

19,115

Treats Given

Mouths Cleaned

19,166

Mouths Cleaned