Dr. Matthew Hubbard

Veterinarian / Partner

Dr. Hubbard graduated Magna Cum Laude with honors from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. He received his undergraduate degree in Agri-business production and Animal Science from Brigham Young University in 1985. Prior to pursuing his education in the veterinary science field, Dr. Hubbard operated his family dairy/beef farm in Idaho and was the manager of the dairy operation at Eastern Kentucky University.

Dr. Spencer Hubbard

Veterinarian / Partner

Dr. Spencer graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. He completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University and the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture. He grew up working with his dad at CKAC and lived and worked on UK's horse farm for 3 years during college. Following graduation he worked for 2 years as an associate veterinarian in southern California. He has been with CKAC as a partner since 2016.

Dr. Jamie Cottrell

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Cottrell grew up on a farm in Shelby County with cattle, sheep, donkeys, horses, and poultry. She received her degree in Agriculture Biotechnology graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky in 2012 while working on the research farm taking care of the University's horses, ponies, and goats. She graduated Cum Laude from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016 and has been practicing as an associate veterinarian since that time.

dR. sHELBY hIGHBAUGH
ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN

Dr. Highbaugh graduated cum laude from Western Kentucky University with a double major in chemistry and agriculture. While at WKU, she worked on the school dairy farm for 2 years. She also received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University. She grew up around beef cattle and horses on a small farm in Sonora where she was very active in FFA. We are so excited to be working with Dr. Highbaugh!

dR. mICHELLE sMITH
aSSOCIATE vETERINARIAN

Dr. Smith graduated cum laude from Western Kentucky University in 2016 with a Bachelor Degree in Agriculture. She also graduated cum laude from Auburn University with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. She was raised in Hodgenville on a beef and swine farm and has been active in animal care and agriculture her entire life. Dr. Smith has been working in Alabama since graduation and is excited to be back to central Kentucky. We can't wait for you to meet this amazing doctor!

Dawn
​office manager/bookeeper

Dawn has been a part of Central Kentucky Animal Clinic since 1995. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University. ​ She loves coming to work each day and working with such a wonderful team!

CASANDRA
LISCENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Connie 
​Office Manager

Connie has been with Central Kentucky Animal Clinic since 1995 and is a great asset to our veterinary team. She can answer just about any question you might have and has taken care of her own animals her entire life.

lUISA
vETERINARY tECHNICIAN

LindsEy
reception

Lindsey joined our team in 2019 and brings a bright, cheerful face to our team!   She loves meeting and greeting our clients as they come in and out of the clinic.  Before coming to Central Kentucky Animal Clinic, she worked at the Humane Society of Louisville.   She is an animal lover and loves spending time with her own fur babies at home!
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kimberly
reception

Kimberly joined our team in 2020.  She is native to Bardstown and loves caring for animals, including her own!   She received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Louisville in 2014.  She is a bright spot on our team and will give you exceptional care when you call.

Annalee
reception

Annalee joined our team in 2020.   She brings many years of experience in customer care.   When you call our clinic, she will take great care of you.  

Tiffany
Vet assistant

Crystal 
​Veterinary Assistant

​Crystal is an amazing vet assistant and she has cared for almost every animal that will accept human care. She is very skilled, compassionate, and friendly and keeps busy with her family on their large farm.
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​Kristen
​​Veterinary Assistant

Kristen has been working in the veterinary industry since 2017. She has worked in general and specialized veterinary practices and currently works as one of our veterinary assistants.               

GWEn
veterinary assistant

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allie
PRE-VET STUDENT

Allie is studying Equine Science at Midway college. She has always loved and taken care of horses, cats, and dogs. When she is with us, she is a conscientious veterinary assistant.  She is also an incredibly talented golfer!

gracyn
​Student Worker

​Kylie
​Vet Student

Gracyn will welcome you with a cheerful smile and greeting when you walk into the clinic.   She loves meeting and visiting with you and your pets.   She has been very engaged in academics and is currently pursuing higher education. 

Kylie grew up in Elizabethtown and is currently attending Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.  She is a member of both the American Saddlebred Horse Association and the United Professional Horsemen's Association. We look forward to her return to our team!