Smith County Animal Clinic
Carthage, TN
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Smith County Animal Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility that offers complete health care primarily to small companion animals. Located in Carthage and serving pet owners throughout middle Tennessee, we focus on providing optimum care to each and every one of our clients. Our combination of sincere compassion and concern for your pet's well-being, our state-of-the-art technology, and our continuing efforts to keep up with the latest developments in veterinary medicine creates a deep pool of resources at our disposal to help your pets live their healthiest life
Dr. Lindsey Dixon grew up in Carthage, Tennessee, where she enjoyed shadowing her grandfather, Dr. Gordon Petty. She graduated from Smith County High School, and then went on to study at Tennessee Tech University. After early admission into the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, she received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. In 2009, she opened Smith County Animal Clinic
Mission — It is our mission to provide your pet with the highest medical care, while keeping compassion at the forefront. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations in delivering quality care to their animals. At Smith County Animal Clinic, we recognize the human animal bond and are dedicated to strengthening this bond through education by our friendly staff. Our main emphasis is early disease detection and early intervention using our cutting-edge technology and continuing education for our doctors and staff
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Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Monday 8:00am-5:00pm, Tuesday 8:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday 8:00am-12:00pm, Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday* 8:00am-12:00pm (1st Saturdays only), Sunday Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Smith County Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+
Yes — Smith County Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Smith County Animal Clinic offer?+
Smith County Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Smith County Animal Clinic established?+
Smith County Animal Clinic has served the Carthage, TN community since 2009.
What reviewers say
The veterinary practice provides compassionate, high-quality medical care delivered by knowledgeable and attentive veterinarians. The support staff is generally described as kind, gentle with animals, and skilled in handling routine and complex cases, including surgeries and specialized therapies like acupuncture. Pricing is widely regarded as fair and affordable, with transparent communication highlighted during many visits. However, challenges exist regarding appointment availability, occasional surprise billing discrepancies, and limited accommodation for urgent or emergency situations. While the environment is typically clean and welcoming, some visitors note inconsistent front desk interactions and restrictive policies on accompanying pets into treatment areas. Overall, the clinic maintains a strong reputation for dedication and animal welfare within the community.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.