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Welcome To Our Practice!

Jacaranda Animal Hospital opened its doors to the pets of Venice in 1986. We are family owned, and run by our own hometown native Dr. Kelley Garner. We understand that your pet is an integral part of your family and as a full service animal hospital we strive to provide the best care for your pets.

Meet Our Team

Holly Paxton

Holly Paxton

Veterinary Assistant

Holly was born and raised in the great state of Texas, her and her family moved to Venice in 2018. She is currently working on her Associates Degree as a Veterinary Technician. She has had a passion for animals for as long as she can remember. Her ultimate dream would be to work in a zoo or marine life setting.

Morgan Smeltz

Morgan Smeltz

Receptionist

Morgan transferred over to Jacaranda Animal Hospital with Dr. Kelley Garner. She is excited to meet all the new clients and continue helping the clients she served with Dr. Garner. Morgan has 3 amazing animals. She has a 10 year old Poodle Mix, and 2 cats, a grey female short hair and a male black short haired. Animals are truly a passion of Morgan's and she is excited to come in everyday and help them.

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         Faith Fullerton
      Veterinary Assistant

Faith grew up in Englewood and started working for Dr. Kelley Garner and his father as she started college in 2019. Her goal one day is to go back to school and follow in their footsteps to become a loving veterinarian as well. When she's not at the clinic, she is probably at the beach with her crazy Malinois, Lily Mae.

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