About Us

Our Staff

Amy Smith, Doer of All Things

Amy Smith has worked for Dr. Adams for more than 20 years. She has worked every position available at the Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital, so it is safe to say she love animals. She is married to Jason Smith, and they live on a farm in Snead. They have two sons, Ethan, 16, and Trevor, four and a half. Their farm consists of three poultry houses, cows, horses, and dogs. Amy has a special love for the Boxer breed, but her sidekick is her Blue heeler, Gerti, whom she adopted from the clinic five years ago. Animals are a big part of her everyday life and having a kind-hearted vet as a boss is a huge plus for Amy.


Meagan Arreguin, Veterinary Technician Assistant

Meagan has worked at Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital since 2014. She began working at the hospital as part of a Health Science internship her senior year of high school. Meagan owns five dogs and two cats. Her hobbies include hiking, reading, running, and spending time with pets and friends. Meagan also enjoys terrorizing her co-workers with practical jokes and scares.


Bella Golden, Clerical Assistant

Bella has been a part of the Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital team for almost two years now. She aspires to become a dental hygienist. Bella’s dog, Kimber, is a Chesapeake Bay retriever, and she is her best friend. Bella says there is always something new at the office, so stop on by and see what they can do for you.


Brianna Sims, Veterinary Technician Assistant/Kennel Technician

Brianna has been an employee at Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital since May 2017. She began her career at the hospital as part of a Health Science internship during her senior year of high school. She graduated from Boaz High School and has been attending Snead State Community College. Brianna enjoys working at the hospital because she has always been passionate about animals. Her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, and camping and fishing.


Makenzie King, Intern

Makenzie is a senior at Sardis High who has been working for Dr. Adams since August of 2018. She has a huge love for animals and enjoys working at the Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital. Makenzie’s Mom raises dogs, and her Dad is a general contractor as well as the pastor at Victory Baptist Church in Crossville. She has a micro-mini pig, several cats, and five cows of her own. Makenzie also has one inside dog who has become a big part of their family. Makenzie has a younger brother who she enjoys dragging with her everywhere she goes.


Nichole Self, Ultrasound Technician

Nichole is a new employee at Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital. In addition to being an ultrasound technician, she works in the front office. Nichole is married and has 2 wonderful children aged 10 and 7. She has three cats, two turtles, two rabbits, 2 hermit crabs, and one dog. In her spare time, Nichole loves to read and travel. She looks forward to seeing you at the hospital.


Kali Watson

Kali is married to William Watson. Her plans for the future include earning her degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, finishing her contract with the Army Reserves, and eventually adopting a fur baby of her own. She loves scary movies and playing The Sims.


Stephen King, Kennel Technician

Stephen is a new employee at Sand Mountain Small Animal/Equine Hospital. Working as a kennel tech and office helper, he enjoys being around animals and people, so he has found the perfect job. Stephen raises Huskies (don’t tell his other dogs, but B.A. is his favorite). His hobbies include playing video games and hiking in the woods.


Alexis Fowler

Alexis has been working for SMSAEH since May 2017. She is currently in the Vet Tech program at Jefferson State to better herself and to learn to be able to properly care for animals in need. Alexis has 2 cats and 5 dogs and hopes to add even more to her family in the future.