About Our Caring Team

Dr. David Bernander
Owner/Veterinarian

Dr. Bernander is the current owner of the hospital. He is a 1988 graduate of the University of Tennessee and a member of TVMA and the AVMA.

He and his wife Joy, are active in the dog show community. They show and breed Pointers and Dandie Dinmont Terriers. He has a strong interest in small animal reproduction, surgery, and OFA radiography.

Joy Bernander
Practice Manager/Groomer

Joy graduated from the University of Tennessee with a BS in Animal Science in 1980. She grew up showing and grooming dogs with her grandfather. She has groomed professionally for over 20 years.

Holli Adams
Kennel Assistant