We have one of the best teams around!
Dr. Colton grew up on her family’s fourth generation beef ranch in North Powder, OR. She especially enjoyed helping her dad and uncle during the busy calving season. She knew from the age five that she wanted to become a veterinarian. Dr. Colton graduated from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. She is overjoyed to be closer to home along with her husband Ryan, together they are excited to join our small community here in Walla Walla. Dr. Colton specializes in small and large animal, and has many interests in preventative medicine, herd health, theriogenology and internal medicine. Outside of the hospital she enjoys time spent with her family and friends, improving her golf game, hiking and fishing, baking, and hanging out with her cat Mowgli. Dr. Colton looks forward to meeting the pets and livestock from our wonderful clients here at Animal Clinic of Walla Walla.
Dr. Smith knew from an early age knew what profession he would pursue. The son of a successful retired veterinarian in Oregon; Dr. Smith graduated from Oregon State University in 2003. He has been with Animal Clinic of Walla Walla since 2007 and is now the sole owner of the practice. Dr. Smith specializes in small animal medicine with a strong emphasis on orthopedic surgery, and challenging internal medicine cases. Dr. Smith is married to a beautiful wife, Jill, and together they have three active young boys. The Smith family is full of avid outdoorsmen and women, and Dr. Smith will be found enjoying the great outdoors with his family when he is not practicing veterinary medicine.
Becky grew up on her family farm in the Walla Walla valley then moved to the Puget Sound to attend college. She worked as a licensed veterinary technician and was also self-employed several times, married and raised a small family, then recently decided to move back to the Walla Walla area with her husband. She now enjoys spending time with family, her kitty cat, cooking, gardening sewing and the simple life in a small town in America.
Shayla was born and raised here in Walla Walla and has had a love for animals since she was very very young. She loves to be anywhere in the mountains with her three dogs and husband. You will find her fishing, camping, or just simply to enjoying the sunset. Shayla is enjoying her new journey at Animal Clinic of Walla Walla, helping your fur babies both large and small every day to feel better and stay healthy! She is hoping to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the future. She is known for her lovely smile that never stops and her cheerful attitude that brightens up everyone’s day!
Hailey was born and raised in Milton-Freewater, OR. She was involved in FFA where she raised and showed goats. She enjoys hunting, fishing and being in the mountains with her boyfriend and her pup Hercules. Her goals are to one day become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. With hard work and consistency we believe she will reach that goal! Hailey enjoys helping all pets big and small feel better, and giving those pets lots of loves.
Hannah was born and raised in Olympia, WA and moved to Walla Walla in 2014. She has always had a love for animals and graduated from Blue Mountain Community College with a certificate in Veterinary Assisting, while attending school she found a passion in large animal care. Before coming to Animal Clinic of Walla Walla Hannah worked at an animal shelter in Pendleton, OR. In her spare time she enjoys camping and going to the hot springs with her boyfriend. Hannah just welcomed her first child Leo in March 2023! One day Hannah hopes to further her knowledge and work towards becoming a licensed veterinary technician.
Olivya was raised in Dayton, WA and recently became a Veterinary Assistant with our practice in August of 2022. From a young age she has loved being around all types of animals, most of her free time is spent outdoors adventuring with her four dogs and boyfriend. You will most likely find Olivya somewhere in the blue mountains or at the river. Olivya is always looking forward to taking care and making your pets feel comfortable and safe during their visits.
Devyn grew up in Arlington WA and moved to Walla Walla in 2019 to attend Walla Walla community college. She graduated with an Associates in Applied Science in both animal science and ag-business. Throughout her childhood, Devyn was involved in both 4-H and FFA where she found her passion for agriculture. In her spare time she enjoys hunting and fishing with her family and boyfriend. She looks forward to caring for animals that come to the clinic.
Alexis is our Practice Manager and joined our team in the fall of 2020; early October as a Veterinary Assistant. She grew up in the little town of Union, OR. Alexis always wanted to work in the Veterinary industry even at a young age. In her spare time Alexis loves going on many adventures with her husband and Husky, Kai. Coffee dates are one of her favorites! Alexis is known for her eagerness to help everyone and level headedness and looks forward to giving you and your fur babies exceptional service!
