Meet the Veterinarians

Our many years of veterinary experience allow us to provide the highest level of care for your pet.

Not only do we have the pet’s best interest in mind, but also the owner’s. We understand the bond between a pet and its owner, and that is why we are committed to providing the best care possible.

Libby Maddux

Dr. Maddux

Dr. Maddux attended Murray State University and the Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. Maddux interned for the Chicago Equine Medical Center (formerly Merritt and Associates Equine Hospital). Following her internship, Dr. Maddux worked for Franklin Equine Services for two years in Franklin, TN. Dr. Maddux returned to western Kentucky and established Maddux Equine Services in 2011. In 2019, Dr. Maddux took an opportunity to branched out into small animal medicine. Dr. Maddux merged Maddux Equine Services and Crittenden County Animal Clinic in 2020.

Dr. Maddux is a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association (IVCA).

Libby Maddux

Dr. Maddux

Dr. Maddux attended Murray State University and the Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. Maddux interned for the Chicago Equine Medical Center (formerly Merritt and Associates Equine Hospital). Following her internship, Dr. Maddux worked for Franklin Equine Services for two years in Franklin, TN. Dr. Maddux returned to western Kentucky and established Maddux Equine Services in 2011. In 2019, Dr. Maddux took an opportunity to branched out into small animal medicine. Dr. Maddux merged Maddux Equine Services and Crittenden County Animal Clinic in 2020.

Dr. Maddux is a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association (IVCA).

Dr. Michelle Hughes

Dr. Hughes

Dr. Hughes attended Murray State University for undergraduate work and then the Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she worked for a small animal practice in Birmingham, AL for one year, and then began working for St. Joe Veterinary Clinic in Evansville, IN for 13 years. Dr. Hughes then transitioned to working at The All Pet Emergency Clinic in Evansville for 13 years.

Dr. Hughes is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association (KVMA), the Indiana Veterinary Medical Association, and the International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (IVECCS).

Dr. Tom Shemwell

Dr. Shemwell