Our Staff

Dr. Hunt graduated from Purdue University in 2018. He worked for Smith Veterinary in high school and in the summers of undergrad. He practices small animal medicine and surgery with a strong interest in canine reproduction.

He has 3 dogs (2 Bullmastiff and 1 American Staffordshire Terrier) and 2 cats at home.

Jenni has been fortunate tobe working here for 40+ years doing the job she always wanted, but never dreamed she would have. She has a Golden Retriever named, Kya, who has her very well trained!

 She enjoys working with all of our clients, their pets, and our fabulous staff.

Joni Bollenbacher grew up right here in Berne, IN. Her first job was working at Smith Veterinary Hospital. After high school she went to Purdue University and graduated with her Bachelor's in Veterinary Technology. Straight out of college, she worked as the head surgery technician and office manager for a multi- doctor practice in Fort Wayne for 11 years. She then decided to take some time off to raise her family when her girls were home. In 2019 she decided to come back to where her love for Veterinary medicine started and work at Smith Veterinary Hospital again.

 She and her husband, Vince have three daughters (Reagan, Charlee, and Kennedy). They live on a grain and turkey farm. She enjoy's showing her cutting horse and trail riding in her spare time. She has several cats, horses, a Great Dane (Samson), and a Brussels Griffon (Gabby).

Meghan graduated from Adams Central High School in 2008. She worked here at Smith Vet through high school and some during college. She went to Purdue university and graduated with her Bachelors in Veterinary Technology in 2012.

 She married her husband in July 2015 and has two little boys at home. They live with their Husky mix- Willow, Golden Retriever-Laney, and Standard Poodle- Louie out in the country near Monroe. 

She's very excited to be at Smith Veterinary Hospital, and to be a part of their great team! 

Valerie has been working here at Smith Veterinary Hospital since....well her entire life. She is Dr. Madge and Dr. Larry's youngest daughter. She has grown up in the practice and assist's wherever she's needed. Her off the clock time is filled with animal related activities. She breeds and shows Cardigan Welsh Corgis. Her dogs are shown in conformation as well as being her constant companions. She has a beloved Percheron mare named Phin, a Paint mare named Butter and Ducks her Gypsy Vanner Mare. She also keep a small group of miniature barn yard animals including a zebu cow and two Kune Kune pigs. 

She has a strong love of animals and is very happy to be working here with you and your pets. 

Jen has been working in the Veterinary field for about 22 years in a variety of roles- Veterinary Assistant, Animal Behavior Consultant, obedience & puppy class teacher, and currently working as a groomer. She loves all aspects of working in the Veterinary field and loves working with our clients as well as their pets. 

She is married with 3 kids.

 Jen enjoys riding her horse, Chiquita with her family and friends, helping with 4-H, and all of the kids sporting events. We have 4 dogs, 3 horses, 2 goats, and 2 cats. I also have trained my own diabetic alert dog, Cinch that I bring to work with me every day.  

 Willow is currently a Junior attending South Adams High School. She started working at Smith Veterinary Hospital early in the fall of 2019.
She has a cat named, Lucifer and a dog named, Harry. She loves working here with the amazing staff and seeing everything that they do. Willow dreams of being a Veterinarian one day and working here is definitely helping her get the right foot in the door and getting a feel for what her future will hold.

 Brianne is our "crazy cat lady"! :) She graduated from Elida High School in 2012. She is currently enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant program. She has two beautiful children, Wyatt & Maliya. She has 6 cats keep her company at home: Sadie, Marley, Oliver, New Kitty, and Roxy, and Fievel. In her spare time she loves to bake and spend time with her family. Brie is very happy to be part of the Smith Veterinary team and excited for the future!