We will be open Sat, Dec. 23 from 7am – 11:45am. CLOSED Sun, 12/24 and Mon, 12/25. Resume normal hours Tues 12/26
We will be open Sat, Dec. 23 from 7am – 11:45am. CLOSED Sun, 12/24 and Mon, 12/25. Resume normal hours Tues 12/26
Our Vets Are Available To Help You Keep Your Pets Happy & Healthy
Discover a family of exemplary doctors and staff with Hope, all passionate about our veterinary services for your special pets.
After completing his DVM at Auburn University, Dr. Fuller attended the University of Georgia where he received his Masters of Science in anatomy and completed his residency in theriogenology. Following his graduation from UGA, he entered a PhD program in reproductive physiology at Texas A&M where he studied molecular genetics.
Dr. Fuller taught anatomy at University of Georgia while completing his master’s degree in anatomy and his residency in theriogenology. Next at Texas A&M University, he taught physiology and anatomy to undergraduate students. His research focused on gene expression in cattle embryos. Upon graduation from Texas A&M, Dr. Fuller moved back to Alabama and provided relief work for veterinarians for three years. He then became a full time associate at Clay Chalkville Animal Hospital for another three years. On April 3, 2000, Dr. Fuller opened Hope Animal Clinic.
Dr. Fuller enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine. He especially enjoys orthopedic surgery and reproductive work, using frozen semen in conjunction with hormonally-timed ovulation protocols.
Dr. Fuller is married to Mimi Hand Fuller. They have four children: Elizabeth, Katherine, Joseph and Thompson. Dr. Fuller and his family live on a farm in central Alabama where they have a small herd of cattle, three horses, six dogs, and two cats. All the Fullers love animals!
Dr. Giambrone has enjoyed the benefits of an Alabama and Auburn education. During his studies at both universities, he took advantage of opportunities working with exotics. While an undergraduate student at Alabama, he performed research on reptiles. Later, during his doctoral studies at Auburn University, he completed an internship at Gulf World Aquarium where he worked with an array of exotics including birds, reptiles, dolphins, and sea lions.
Dr. Giambrone first came to Hope Animal Clinic as a veterinary preceptor. In May 2015, he returned to Hope after completing his DVM at Auburn. In January 2019, we were so happy that he rejoined the Hope team! Dr. Giambrone enjoys working with all animals but has a special interest in exotics. His personal pets include the following wonderful menagerie: 5 dogs, 3 cats, 1 snake, 1 bearded dragon, and quite a few birds and fish.
Dr. Giambrone is passionate about providing the best pet healthcare possible and about coming alongside pet owners to help ensure the very best for their pets. Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Giambrone enjoys spending time with his wife (who is also a veterinarian), his children, University of Alabama athletics, and hiking.
Dr. Cari Bell joined our team in 2026 after earning her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University. She completed her undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences – Pre-Veterinary Medicine in 2020 before earning a Master of Science in Biomedical & Health Sciences from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2021.
Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Dr. Bell always knew she wanted a career that combined her passion for animals with her interest in medicine. Her first dog, Beau, was her greatest inspiration and helped set her on the path to veterinary medicine. Before becoming a veterinarian, she gained valuable hands-on experience working full-time as a veterinary technician while applying to veterinary school and continued working as a technician during her summer breaks.
Dr. Bell has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and dermatology, but what she enjoys most is building lasting relationships with pet owners while caring for their companions throughout every stage of life. She believes in providing a spectrum of care, working closely with families to create treatment plans that best fit their pets’ needs and their individual circumstances.
Dr. Bell lives in Birmingham with her husband, Andrew. The two have been friends since kindergarten and were married in 2024. Their family includes Luna, a six-year-old hound mix; Goose, a playful gray cat who joined the family just two weeks before Dr. Bell graduated from veterinary school; and Solo, her beloved Irish Sport Horse. Dr. Bell has owned Solo for 15 years and spent 12 years competing in events before his retirement.
Outside the clinic, you’ll often find Dr. Bell riding her horse, exploring the outdoors with Andrew and Luna, baking, or trying new restaurants around Birmingham. She looks forward to getting to know you and your pets while providing compassionate, personalized veterinary care for years to come.
Dr. Dees spent her academic journey at Auburn
University and is proud to be a Tiger through and through! As an undergraduate, she majored in Wildlife Science and was actively involved in research with reptiles and in Auburn’s anesthesia department. She was also a dedicated member of the Auburn University Marching Band, balancing her love for animals and
music. A long-time client of Hope Animal Clinic, Dr. Dees first shadowed here at just 14 years old, making her return as a veterinarian feel like coming home.
During veterinary school, Dr. Dees honed her skills and developed special interests in surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, and palliative and end-of-life care. As a certified fear-free and feline-friendly practitioner, Dr. Dees is passionate about creating a low-stress experience for pets and their families. Her comprehensive approach to animal health is rooted in a deep commitment to improving quality of life at every stage.
Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Dees enjoys paddle boarding, running, practicing yoga, and watercolor painting. At home, she shares her life with Lady, her easygoing Border Collie mix, and Frankie, her corn snake. With deep roots at Hope and years of hands-on experience, Dr. Dees is a natural fit for our team—and we’re so glad to welcome her back home to
Hope Animal Clinic!
Dr. Lushington spent her entire college career at Auburn University and wouldn’t have had it any other way – War Eagle! During her undergraduate years, Dr. Lushington spent school breaks working at Hope,starting in the kennel and later training as a technician. During veterinary school, she completed an externship Veterinary Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Group in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, where she shadowed five veterinarians to learn more about orthopedics and sports medicine. Orthopedics and surgery are Dr. Lushington’s special interests although she enjoys all aspects of small animal practice.
Outside her veterinary career, Dr. Lushington is passionate about sports–especially Auburn athletics! But Disney, the Olympics, good movies, cars, and trivia games also top her fun list along with spending time at her family’s river house, traveling, and spoiling her Poodle mix, Cam.
Having worked at Hope throughout her veterinary career journey, Dr. Lushington has stepped right in her new role as a doctor, bringing with her the full breadth of experience in animal care. She’s back home at Hope, and we are glad she is!
Dr. Lowe grew up all the way up north in Rochester, Minnesota and followed his older siblings to the University of Missouri for his undergraduate degree. He majored in Animal Science while working as an assistant in the emergency room of the Mizzou Veterinary Hospital. He also met his wife Amy there, a Mizzou Golden Girl, and it’s fair to say they bleed black and gold, MIZ.
When it came time to go to vet school, he decided to keep moving south and attend Auburn University! Dr. Lowe completed his DVM from Auburn and graduated Summa Cum Laude in May 2025. During vet school he was an active member of the society for theriogenology, Student American Veterinary Medical Association, and captain of the vet school intramural basketball team. He is passionate about cardiology, reproduction, and working alongside pet owners to meet their needs.
Dr. Lowe and his wife welcomed their daughter Adeline in January of 2025. They also have an energetic English Cocker Spaniel, Magnolia. He spends his time outside of work traveling to see family, pheasant hunting with his father in South Dakota and cheering on both Mizzou and Auburn athletics! He is excited to lay down roots and make Birmingham and Hope Animal Clinic home!
Our loving groomers will take good care of your pet
April has always had a love for animals. Growing up, her family welcomed not only dogs and cats, but also birds, turtles, pigs, ferrets, flying squirrels, and even a chinchilla! Her lifelong love for animals eventually led her to a rewarding career in pet grooming.
April graduated from The University of Montevallo with a Bachelor of Science degree and began her grooming career in 2012. Over the years, her passion for grooming has continued to grow. Her favorite part of being a groomer is bringing out the unique charm and personality of each pet and helping them look and feel their best.
April is married and has two beautiful children. Her family also includes quite a few furry—and scaly—members! She is a proud pet mom to Barbara, her dog; three cats, Taco, Rosa, and Catalina; a Bearded Dragon named Spike; and a Blue Tongue Skink named Blue.
Outside of grooming, April enjoys painting and photography. She loves taking pictures and capturing special moments, especially those involving the animals she loves.
When asked what she enjoys most about working at Hope Animal Clinic, April said:
“I love that Hope Animal Clinic cares about family, and here at Hope we know that pets are family too!”
Brittany’s love for animals began early, but it truly grew when she started working with a rescue. After spending time caring for dogs, she knew she wanted to do more with them, which led her to begin her grooming career about five years ago. Since then, she has continued learning and expanding her grooming skills, especially when it comes to creating beautiful, breed-appropriate haircuts.
Her favorite part of grooming is seeing the finished look and watching a dog leave looking and feeling their best!
Before becoming a groomer, Brittany studied respiratory therapy for two years. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children. Her family also includes quite the furry crew—four dogs (two Pit Bulls, a Shepherd, and a Chihuahua) and a cat named Pixie! Her dogs are Handi, Conan, Chief, and Cash.
Brittany says one of her favorite things about Hope is “my girls in grooming,” and that Hope feels like home. She loves the great environment and the people she gets to work alongside every day.
When she’s not grooming, you can find Brittany enjoying one of her favorite hobbies—mud riding in her RZR 1000!
Mallory has always had a love for animals. She grew up surrounded by dogs and has always enjoyed caring for and spending time with them. Today, she is a proud pet mom to two fur babies of her own—Gunner, a Pit Mix, and Shark, a Husky Mix.
Mallory’s journey at Hope Animal Clinic began long before she became part of our team. She first came to Hope as a client in 2014, trusting us to care for her own pets. After experiencing that care firsthand, she joined the Hope family as a Kennel Assistant in September 2023. She spent 2½ years working in the Kennel Department before beginning her next chapter as our Grooming Bather & Coordinator in April 2026.
Mallory began bathing dogs full-time this year and has loved getting to know each animal and meeting their owners. While she is continuing to grow her grooming skills, one of the things she enjoys most about working at Hope is the teamwork and supportive atmosphere within the grooming department.
Outside of work, Mallory enjoys spending quality time with her friends, taking long hikes with her dogs, doing arts and crafts, and relaxing with a good movie.
Mallory says she has always appreciated the way Hope has cared for her own pets, and we’re excited that she is now part of the team helping provide that same level of care to our clients and their pets!
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