Dr. Smith is very proud of his 3 boys, Zachary, Levi, and Graydon. He is married to the former Angela Keatts who is a Kindergarten teacher at Park Avenue Elementary School.
For nearly 30 years, Danville Family Vet has helped pets live healthier, happier lives through compassionate veterinary care, trusted relationships, and a team that treats every pet like family. Whether you’re here for a routine wellness visit, an unexpected illness, grooming, boarding, or daycare, we’re here when you need us.
Choosing a veterinarian is about more than finding someone who can treat an illness. It’s about finding a team you trust year after year.
At Danville Family Vet, many of our doctors and team members have spent decades caring for pets throughout Danville and the surrounding communities. We get to know your pet’s personality, celebrate milestones with your family, and are here when unexpected health concerns arise.
From wellness exams and advanced dentistry to behavioral medicine, surgery, boarding, grooming, and daycare, you’ll find everything your pet needs in one familiar place.
Whether you schedule ahead or walk through our doors needing same-day care, you’ll always be welcomed with compassion, honesty, and the personalized attention your pet deserves.
From playful puppies and curious kittens to senior companions, our preventive care helps your pet stay healthy through every stage of life.
Pets don’t always get sick on schedule. We welcome walk-ins whenever possible and do everything we can to provide prompt, compassionate care.
Healthy teeth mean a healthier pet. From routine cleanings to advanced dental procedures, we’ll help keep your pet comfortable and smiling.
With advanced diagnostics and experienced surgical care, we work quickly to find answers and create the best treatment plan for your pet.
Whether you’re away for a weekend or an extended trip, your pet will stay with the veterinary team they already know and trust.
Whether you’re away for a weekend or an extended trip, your pet will stay with the veterinary team they already know and trust.
Dr. Jeff Smith is an active member of our community; he was transplanted here but has since put down roots and is a fervent believer in the future of Danville. You may already know him from his service on the board at the Danville Area Humane Society or as a member of the Riverview Rotary Club.
Dr. Smith has animal care in his blood, he was born in Guelph, Ontario, Canada while his father was in vet school there. He speaks fondly of his memories as a boy living in a house with a veterinary clinic attached. He moved to Miami, Florida at the age of 14 and spent his high school working at a veterinary emergency clinic after school. He received his degrees from Auburn University and settled in Danville in 1994. Pet surgery is the main focus of Dr. Smith’s; he accepts regular surgical referrals from area veterinarians in Danville, South Boston, Eden and Martinsville. Dr. Smith has been a leader in our area in the field of veterinary dentistry and also has a special interest in behavioral medicine and helps people solve problems from begging at the table to the most complex fears, phobias, and aggression.
Dr. Smith is very proud of his 3 boys, Zachary, Levi, and Graydon. He is married to the former Angela Keatts who is a Kindergarten teacher at Park Avenue Elementary School.
Dr. Jennifer Hoch has lived in Oakridge North Carolina in The Triad for 13 years. She has four children ages seven, nine, eleven, and twelve. She also has one dog, a Golden Retriever who is six years old, two cats, and a bearded dragon. She grew up as an Army brat so she has traveled all around. She attended college and veterinary school at Auburn University. Dr. Hoch is a Board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
To achieve this distinction, Dr. Hoch completed 2 years of internships after veterinary school graduation from Auburn University. Next, she completed a 3-year Surgical Residency at Iowa State University. After her specific training, research, publication, and rigorous certification, Dr. Hoch meets the guidelines established by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS). She worked at a multi-specialty referral-only practice for 14 years.
Dr. Hoch is a mobile veterinary surgeon and travels around both central North Carolina and Virginia to help do surgery on animals that need advanced surgery, but the owners can’t travel or afford to go to a referral hospital. Dr. Hoch partners with us at Danville Family Vet to provide cost-effective and convenient advanced surgeries for our patients.
Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Taylor is a recent graduate of Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine, where she built a strong foundation in small animal medicine and developed a deep commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets and their families.
Her professional interests include preventive medicine and diagnostic ultrasound. Dr. Taylor is especially passionate about building trusting relationships with clients and working collaboratively to support the long-term health and well-being of their beloved pets.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Taylor enjoys watching movies, practicing watercolor painting, and spending quality time with her family, friends, and her sweet guinea pig named Gus Gus. Vet team.
We provide veterinary care for dogs and cats. Our team offers preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dental services, urgent care, and ongoing medical management for companion animals.
Yes. Our animal hospital is AAHA-accredited, which means we voluntarily meet rigorous standards covering patient care, safety, cleanliness, medical protocols, and continuing education.
Yes. We offer overnight boarding, doggy daycare, day boarding, and medical boarding services. Our caring team provides a safe, comfortable environment while you’re away.
Contact us right away. We offer urgent care services and welcome walk-in visits whenever possible. Our team will help determine how quickly your pet should be seen and recommend the next steps.
