Meet Our Veterinary Team
Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Decatur Veterinary Clinic. We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Get to know our team
Veterinarians
Dr. Jeffrey Harrison
I am a Decatur native and a 5th generation Wise County resident. After graduating from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Studies, I continued My studies at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1999. Upon completion of vet school, I moved back to Decatur and began work at Decatur Veterinary Clinic. Because I loved the excitement and variety of animals I treated there, I became an owner of the clinic in 2004. In the last few years, my passion has been rewarded numerous times by the community selecting me as Wise County Messenger’s “Best Veterinarian in Wise County”! My loving wife of 24 years, Holly, is an elementary PE teacher for Decatur ISD. Together, we have four wonderful children with whom we enjoy various outdoor activities: boating, hiking, water rafting, and zip-lining, just to name a few. Our family also enjoys worshiping and serving at the First Baptist Church of Decatur.
Dr. Lauren Smith
Born and raised in eastern Kentucky. From an early age, I knew I had a calling to be in veterinary medicine. I went straight to undergrad at Eastern Kentucky University. I received bachelor’s degrees in Biology and chemistry and an associate degree in agriculture there. My heart had always been set on going to Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, and there, I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. I then wanted to go somewhere with endless opportunities and various livestock and animals. I visited Decatur, TX, 2014 and immediately knew this was home. I began working at DVC shortly after moving here and, in 2021, became co-owner of DVC with Dr. Jeffery Harrison. I have been married to my fantastic husband for two years now. We have two daughters, three dogs, four hermit crabs, and 1 Bearded Dragon Lizard. We love camping and hiking as a family, vacationing at the beach, or relaxing at home. I enjoy reading, creating jewelry, making wreaths, fiber art, and anything creative in my free time. I am truly blessed beyond belief to have found my calling and to be in such a wonderful place.
I look forward to meeting you and treating your animals as my own.
Dr. Angelique Mercer
Dr. Angelique grew up in Gainesville, Texas where she developed a passion for rural veterinary medicine through her community involvement. She earned her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University before going on to graduate from Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine.
Outside of the clinic setting, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband through fishing, hunting, and paddle boarding. She also enjoys being involved with their local church and spending time with their dog, Scooby and cat, Toast.
Dr. Angelique enjoy seeing all types of patients, from dogs and cats, to cattle and horses, and even exotics and camelids. Her favorite field of veterinary medicine is surgery and she is planning to bring more specialized surgical procedures to Decatur Veterinary Clinic.
Our Staff
Jessica Yard
Hi! I’m Jessica! I was born and raised in North Georgia (GO DAWGS!) and relocated to Decatur, TX, with my family in 2010. I have been married to my husband since 2017, and together, we have one amazing daughter. We have horses, chickens, painted desert sheep, three dogs, and one cat. I enjoy making memories outdoors with my family: hiking, adventuring/exploring, camping, horseback riding. I love doing yoga, riding motorcycles, making macrame, or reading in my spare time.
Kristy Shields
My name is Kristy, and I am originally from Watauga, TX, and have been in Decatur, TX, for 23 years. I have three amazing kids and one grandson that I adore. I love to go on adventures with the love of my life. My favorite things to do are crafting, hiking, fly fishing, and gardening (I love all flowers!). I have a pet fish named Wichita and a horse named Cinnamon. If I could have my dream animal, it would be a highland cow!
Shaylee Galvan
I’m Shaylee! I have been at the Decatur Veterinary Clinic for two years. My hometown is Slidell, Texas. I attended Slidell School from Pre-K to 12th grade, graduating in 2020. I have wanted to become a veterinary technician since I was a teenager. Aside from working, I like to be around family, friends, my significant other, and my dog spice in my free time! My hobbies are painting and drawing.
Ben Childers
Large Animal Veterinary Technician
Howdy! I’m Ben, a proud Texan through and through. My awesome Ausky, Mr. Kudzu, has been my buddy and by my side since day one. I’m all about that adrenaline rush – from bull riding to skydiving, I’ve done it all! And guess what? I’ve just started hitting the books again to chase my dream of becoming a zoo medicine DVM!
Lacey Siebold
Hello, my name is Lacey. I joined Decatur Vet in October of 2023 after 24 years as a stay-at-home mom. I love to learn and so I have a bachelor’s degree and a few associate degrees, none of which even have to do with veterinary science. I have loved animals since I can remember and when it was time for me to return to the workforce, my goal was to find something I could be passionate about…SUCCESS! I have been married to my husband for 25 years, during that time we have raised a family and did quite a bit of moving in the first 5 years. I love spending time with my family, our 3 beagles, gardening, and crafting with needlework and diamond dotz.
Krabby
I was originally an outside feral cat that stumbled upon the clinic. I was not very friendly when we all first met. But the sweet staff worked with me over the years, and we all get along excellent now! I enjoy going outside to check on the large animals and then lounging in the barn or coming inside to greet clients and help supervise our lovely CSR now. My favorite snack here is Cheeto Puffs!
Jasper
I am the clinic Couch potato! Before I found my forever home here, I was a retired track dog. Since finding my perfect home, I now enjoy going outside and Free-running like a maniac with all my friends and coming back inside for long naps and lots of love! My favorite snack here is Peanut Butter!
Kevin
My favorite thing to do is lounge around the clinic each day. However, I am very active and enjoy roughhousing and playing with the employees here daily! I love to climb on things around the facility and visit all of the patients. I do not want to spend time outside as I am perfectly happy in the climate-controlled building and getting lots of attention daily! My favorite snack is Temptations Treats!