Dr. Jessica Tully was born on an army base in Bremerhaven, Germany, and in 1996, her family relocated to Madison, AL. She excelled academically at Bob Jones High School, graduating as valedictorian in 2004. She then pursued higher education at Auburn University, earning a Bachelor of Science in zoology in 2007 and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2011.

Dr. Tully began her veterinary career as a mixed animal practitioner in Summerville, GA. She subsequently spent five years at a small animal practice in DeLand, FL. In August 2017, she returned to Madison, AL to be closer to family and has been serving the local community since then. Driven by her passion and dedication, Dr. Tully pursued her dream of opening her veterinary clinic. Southpaw Animal Clinic of Madison opened its doors in April 2024. Her professional interests include internal medicine, ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and exotic animal care.

Outside her veterinary practice, Dr. Tully enjoys CrossFit and spending quality time with her husband, David, and their son, Briggs. Their household is lively with two dogs, Grace and Ronin, and two cats, Lulu and Jonesy.

Susanna has been a dedicated professional in the veterinary field for over a decade. In 2017, she earned her Fear Free Certified Professional status, highlighting her commitment to alleviating fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. In 2019, she pursued an Associate of Applied Science in veterinary technology from Jefferson State Community College, graduating with honors. By January 2021, after passing the VTNE in December 2020, Susanna became a licensed veterinary technician in Alabama.

Susanna is passionate about training and educating veterinary assistants and technician students. She serves as the North Alabama representative of the Alabama Veterinary Technician Association (AVTA). She is a member of the North American Veterinary Technician Association (NAVTA) and the Veterinary Hospital Management Association (VHMA). She is working towards her Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification and plans to complete her Bachelor of Applied Science in veterinary technology through St. Petersburg College.

Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Susanna resides in Harvest, AL with her husband, Shannon, and their wonderful son. Highlighting their love for Disney, their family includes four German Shepherds named Aurora, Ella, Jasmine, and Sven, along with a cat named Snow. Susanna has a passion for cooking and enjoys experimenting with new recipes. When not in the kitchen, she and Shannon love exploring caves and vacationing in the Smoky Mountains.

In February 2023, Susanna joined Dr. Tully as the practice manager of Southpaw Animal Clinic of Madison, bringing her extensive experience and enthusiasm to the team.

Kailee Sager, originally from Columbia, SC, has called Madison, AL home for the past seven years. She graduated from Sparkman High School and went on to earn her Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in veterinary technology from Jefferson State Community College, graduating cum laude.

With four years of experience in veterinary medicine, Kailee is a dedicated professional aiming to achieve her Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in small animal clinical practice. She also has a strong interest in working with wildlife and zoo animals in the future. Kailee is an active member of the Alabama Veterinary Technician Association (AVTA). 

Outside work, she enjoys playing with her pets, crocheting, and thrifting. She shares her life with her beloved cat, Guido, her dog, Winnie, and her chinchilla Monica. Kailee is passionate about patient care and cherishes the bonds she builds with animals and their owners.