Meet Our Staff

Our staff works hard to make sure you and your pets feel at home in our clinic. They have a passion for animals and a desire to make you and your pet feel like part of our family.

Danielle Coe

Office Manager

Danielle joined the Best Friends family in February of 2024 with over 11 years of experience. Her leadership, commitment to excellence, and supportive nature reflect her deep passion for veterinary care and team collaboration. In addition to her veterinary experience she is also a certified personal fitness trainer and phlebotomist-reflecting her commitment to health, wellness, and continuous learning.

Outside of work, Danielle enjoys spending time with her family and her 2 dogs- Bessi (Belgian Malinois) and Barbie (Longhair Dachshund), traveling, listening to and watching true crime and working out in her home gym. Her work ethic, warmth, and drive to grow make her a truly inspiring member of the team.

Abigail Matthews

Lead Receptionist/Customer Service Representative
Abigail comes to us with over 5 years of experience in the veterinary field. Her passion for animals started at a young age, and while she originally dreamed of becoming a Veterinarian, she found her true calling in supporting both clients and staff as a CSR.
Abigail thrives on bringing order to the busy front desk environment, solving problems, and finding efficient ways to keep things running smoothly. Her favorite part of working at BFAH is the warm, welcoming environment and the opportunity to connect with so many clients and their pets.
At home, Abby has a Staffordshire Terrier named Harlow, a Lab/Pit mix named Odin, a Beagle named Ginger, and a Pit named Marla. Her cats, Malcolm and Weezy, add even more personality to her household.
Outside of work, Abby enjoys hiking, reading, photography, caring for her houseplants, riding motorcycles and unwinding with episodes of Law & Order: SVU. Her favorite animal is a racoon, thanks to their intelligence, adaptability, and undeniable cuteness.

Hanna Brewer

Veterinary Assistant
Hanna joined the Best Friends family in August 2024 to help make a difference in animals lives!
Hanna enjoys meeting all the new patients while growing relationships with the regulars! Her favorite animal is a dog because they are such loyal companions and always happy to see you. At home she has two dogs of her own-Little Baby, a 4 year old Beagle mix, and Lottie, a 7 month old Australian Shepherd mix. Outside of work, Hanna enjoys painting, cleaning, organizing, and decorating.

Caitlin Homrighausen

Veterinary Assistant
Caitlin joined BFAH in April of 2025 after working as a professional groomer for three years.
With a strong passion for animal care and grooming, she’s excited to expand her knowledge in vet care and becoming a valuable member of the BFAH team. Caitlin thrives in friendly and professional environments and loves being part of a team that shares her enthusiasm for animals. At home, she cares for a variety of pets, including horses, dogs, and cats.
Outside of work, she enjoys horse riding, hunting, crafting, and cooking. Caitlin also spends much of her time caring for her boyfriend’s daughter, Harper, who has special needs and whom she lovingly considers her own.
Her favorite animal is the Leopard, who is admired for its beauty and power.

Gracie Dowdy

Kennel Technician
Gracie comes to us with a B.S. in Animal Science and 4 years of experience in the vet field. She has a special interest in large and food animals-especially dairy cows! She chose this career field because she loves helping animals and enjoys the science behind it-plus, it’s always more fun when you’re working alongside great friends!
When asked what she loves most about being part of the Best Friends family, Gracie says the friendly environment and shared passion for animals. Outside of work you can find her at Crossfit or horseback riding. At home, she shares her life with Rein (Labrador), Phineas ( Whippet Mix), Bojack & Woodrow (horses), and Miss Kie (Domestic Shorthair).

Emma Pennington

Veterinary Technician
Emma has been working in the veterinary field since 2021 and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, which she will complete in December 2025. With a passion for small animals-especially dogs- Emma is dedicated to advocating for the voiceless and providing compassionate care to every patient.
Emma loves the supportive environment at BFAH and values the relationships she’s building with both coworkers, clients, and of course their furry companions! Her favorite animal is the dog, thanks to their loyalty and unconditional love.
At home, Emma enjoys spending time with her Harper, a 2 year old Boykin Spaniel. Outside of work, you’ll find her hanging out with friends, taking long walks with Harper, shopping, or working on her latest sewing, knitting, or crocheting project.

Macy Kemp

Veterinary Technician
Macy has been passionate about veterinary medicine since she was a child, and that passion has never wavered. She holds a B.S. in Animal & Dairy Science from Mississippi State University and is currently a second-year veterinary student at MSU-CVM!
At BFAH, she loves working alongside an incredible team of doctors and mentors who make every day rewarding. Macy especially adores cats for their hilarious personalities-something she only discovered after getting her own! Her furry companion, Disco, is a Domestic Longhair Mix who keeps life interesting!
When she’s not in the clinic or studying, Macy enjoys spending time outdoors and on the river, walking, doing Pilates, needlepointing, reading, and being with her family.

Sara Hall

Lead Kennel Technician