
We’re solely dedicated to your pet’s health.
We’re here to provide ongoing wellness care to your pet. We hope you’ll trust us as a resource for your family for all stages of your pet’s life. Scroll down and get to know us!

Dr. Josh Mixon
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Mixon was born and raised in Hendersonville and graduated high school from Montgomery Bell Academy in Nashville. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Sewanee: The University of the South and obtained his veterinary degree from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville. After graduation, Dr. Mixon practiced in the thoroughbred racehorse industry in Lexington, KY prior to moving back home to Tennessee. He joined Robertson County Animal Clinic in July 2019 and purchased the clinic from Dr. John T. Johnston in the fall of 2021. He lives on a farm in Greenbrier with a bunch of dogs, a house full of chickens, and a yard full of hogs.

Dr. Daniel L. Hitch
Veterinarian
Dr. Hitch (“Dr. Dan”) grew up in Westmoreland, Kansas. He graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1973 and attended Kansas State University. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in animal science in 1978. Dr. Dan practiced in Waihale Valley, Hawaii for five years. He and his wife, Mona, moved to Springfield, Tennessee in 1985 and joined our practice.

Dr. Dayton Schleicher
Veterinarian
Dr. Dayton joined the RCAC team in November 2021. She is originally from Gallatin. She earned her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from Auburn University and graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Veterinary Program in 2018. She received her master’s in Public Health while attending UT as well. She enjoys dentistry and dermatology. When she is not at work, she enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her pets.

Dr. Katie Tyler
Veterinarian

Dr. Katie Simon
Veterinarian
In loving memory of Dr. Lee Raines
Dr. Raines blessed us all with his laughter, kindness. friendship, and knowledge. He loved sharing his life stories with everyone and especially loved mentoring others. His wisdom, smile, and kind words will leave a lasting imprint on our hearts forever.

Meet our amazing team!

Jennifer Knap
Jennifer's Bio
Jennifer is our practice manager and has been with us since 2017. She earned her bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration in 2012. Jennifer has worked in veterinary medicine for over 20 years. She grew up in Cross Plains, where she currently lives with her son, Patrick. She currently has a dog and two cats. In her free time, she loves to cook, read, and enjoy time with friends and family.

Heather
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Heather's Bio

Kayley
Kennel Technician
Kayley's Bio

April
April's Bio
April joined RCAC as a kennel technician in August 2002 and has worked her way up to lead veterinary assistant. She is married and has three children. Her and her family care for four cats and two dogs—a pit bull named Allie and a black Labrador named Stoeger. You can follow Stoeger on Instagram at Sir_Frederick_Stoeger!

Shelby
Shelby's Bio
Shelby started her journey with RCAC in July 2020 as a veterinary assistant. She has always had a love for all creatures and medicine. In 2011, she competed with HOSA in the veterinary assisting category and was awarded second place in the state! She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 2016. She has studied abroad in Tanzania, where she learned wildlife management and conservation. She is married and has a rescue dog, two senior cats, and two tiger salamanders.

Holley
Veterinary Assistant
Holley's Bio
Holley joined the RCAC team as a Veterinary Assistant in March of 2021. She received her B.S. in Science from Austin Peay State University in 2018. Holley lives with four dogs — Brown Sugar (a Feist), Graham (a Dachshund/Yorkie mix), Shiloh (a Beagle), and Sparky (a Jack Russell Terrier mix). She also cares for three bottle-fed calves — Cardi, Ginger, and McFlurry. In her spare time, Holley enjoys fishing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.

Lauren
Lauren's Bio
Lauren joined the RCAC team as a veterinary assistant in June 2020. She lives with two spunky “mutt” dogs, Remy and Maggie. Lauren’s future plans include pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys fishing, kayaking, and college football.

Karissa
Veterinary Assistant
Karissa's Bio

Nataleigh
Nataleigh's Bio
Nataleigh joined RCAC in April 2021 in the kennel and recently transitioned to a receptionist and is now a veterinary assistant. When she isn’t at work, Nataleigh enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dogs. She also enjoys being outside and taking care of her plants around the house.

Tina
Veterinary Assistant
Tina's Bio

Katie
Veterinary Assistant
Katie's Bio
Katie joined RCAC as a veterinary assistant in January 2023. She is currently in school to become a Veterinary Technician. She would love to further her education and get a bachelor’s degree. Her hometown is Springfield, TN. She likes reading, drawing, baking, and crafting. Katie loves all forms of art. She has a German Shepherd named AVA. Katie has always wanted to work with animals. She was going to school for Marine Biologist and then large animal veterinarian. However she decided being a Veterinary Technician would allow her to do so much more for animals.

Emily
Veterinary Assistant
Emily's Bio
Emily returned back to RCAC May 2023. She currently resides in Gallatin and is pursuing a degree at UTCVM. Her goal is to become a Veterinarian with special interest in Orthopedic and small ruminants. Emily enjoys reading, cooking, and anything outdoors. She has a Chocolate Lab Hazel.

Reese
Veterinary Assistant
Reese's Bio
Reese joined RCAC as a veterinary assistant in June 2023. She resides in Cross Plains, TN. Reese is currently in school at Vol State. Her goal is to learn more about the veterinary field and to help make each pet healthy. She loves country music. Reese has 3 dogs named Dixie, Stella, and Dolly.

Holley S.
Kennel Technician
Holley's Bio
Holley joined RCAC as a kennel technician in January 2023. Her hometown is Springfield, TN. One day she would like to become a Veterinarian and own her own clinic. She loves working with animals and studying Science. Holley has 2 German Shepherds Kitana and Marley.

Belle
Belle's Bio

Lillian
Kennel Technician
Lillian's Bio

Hannah
Kennel Technician
Hannah's Bio
Hannah joined RCAC in July 2023 as a kennel technician. Her hometown is Cedar Hill, TN. Hannah wants to go to college to become either a nurse or a veterinarian. She loves hanging out with family and friends. She has two dogs and two cats.

Alex
Alex's Bio

Maggie
Maggie's Bio
Maggie has started working at RCAC as a groomer in May 2021. Originally from Illinois, she has been grooming for over 11 years, attending grooming shows, built long-lasting relationships with clients, and owned her own grooming salon for over three years. Maggie moved to Manager of our kennel and grooming departments at the end of 2022. After moving around on the east coast, Maggie lives in the area with her spoiled pug and puggle, Gizmo and Tucker. She has earned her Bachelors in Science in Business and Administration with SIU, any spare time is filled with friends, sports, traveling, cooking, and outdoors.

Rachel
Groomer
Rachel's Bio

Nikki
Groomer
Nikki's Bio
Nikki joined RCAC in April 2023 as a groomer. She resides in Adams, TN. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids. Nikki likes swimming, horseback riding, and the outdoors. She has been grooming for 16 years and really has a passion for the industry.

Christinea
Receptionist/Office Manager
Christinea's Bio

Erin
Erin's Bio

Linda
Linda's Bio
Linda joined the RCAC team as a receptionist in March 2020. Originally from Chicago, she moved to Robertson County in 2017. Linda lives with Nero, a feral cat rescued from the streets of Chicago, and Lady and Little Bit, mother and daughter dogs rescued from a barn. In her spare time, she enjoys keeping in touch with her six siblings, taking walks with her dogs, watching movies and documentaries, listening to jazz, trying new restaurants, and taking photos for Instagram.

Millie
Millie's Bio
Millie was born in Puerto Rico but moved to Clarksville in 1979 then to Pleasant View in 2018. She graduated from Miller Motte College with a degree in Microcomputers. Millie joined RCAC in February 2021. She has 2 children and a grandbaby. Millie loves to bake (and we love everything she makes!), she enjoys road trips, mystery movies, and going shopping with her grandbaby.

Diane
Diane's Bio
Diane joined the RCAC team as a kennel technician in May 2020, Diane has transitioned to a receptionist and can be found helping clients at the front desk or over the phone. Diane has 5 dogs Sniper, Bubba, Pebbles, Lucy, and Chief. Diane has previously worked with animals in boarding and daycare facilities. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her fur babies, as well as hanging out with friends and family.

Turbo
Resident Cat
Turbo's Bio
Turbo joined RCAC as a resident cat in 2011 when he was just six weeks old. He was brought in by a thoughtful client who knew the clinic was looking for a resident cat. Turbo spends his days hanging out in the Groom Room, keeping an eye on the groomers to make sure they do a great job! His other favorite activities are sleeping and hanging out with his cat pal, Diesel.

Diesel
Diesel's Bio
Diesel joined the RCAC team as a resident cat in 2011. He was around seven weeks old and was found wandering around a parking lot. Diesel needed a home and we needed another resident cat—it was a perfect match! Diesel spends his days sleeping in sunny windows, hanging out with his cat-pal, Turbo, and generally causing trouble around the clinic.