Tipton Community Animal Clinic - Brighton

09/10/2026

🐾❤️ FACES BEHIND THE SCENES ❤️🐾
✨ MEET THE VET: DR. BATES! ✨

There are some pretty amazing things happening behind the doors of Tipton Community Animal Clinic – Brighton… but none of it would be possible without the people who believe in our students and are willing to teach, encourage, and work right alongside them.

Today, we’re introducing one of those very special people — Jill Bates, DVM! 🩺🐶

🎓 TEXAS A&M GRAD
🐾 26.5 YEARS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE
🇺🇸 FORMER U.S. ARMY VETERINARIAN
✂️ LOVES SURGERY & WELLNESS CARE
👩‍⚕️ MENTORING OUR NEXT GENERATION OF VET PROFESSIONALS

Dr. Bates has wanted to be a veterinarian for as long as she can remember. Her career has taken her through private practices in Shelby and Tipton Counties, relief veterinary medicine in Memphis, and even serving as a U.S. Army Veterinarian at NSA Millington!

But now, part of her story is happening right here with OUR STUDENTS. ❤️

And what did she think when she first walked into our student-run clinic?

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💬 “I was so impressed with the students' knowledge, skills and efficiency on my first visit to the clinic. Many of the students were performing at a higher skill level than I have seen with some of the veterinary assistants I worked with in private practice.”

👏 READ. THAT. AGAIN. 👏

These are HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

Our veterinary science interns aren't standing in the corner watching. They are learning veterinary medicine through real patients, real responsibilities, real teamwork, and real hands-on experience under professional supervision.

Dr. Bates works alongside our interns as they help with routine pre-operative and post-operative patient care while learning the skills, professionalism, confidence, and responsibility it takes to work in veterinary medicine.

And for Dr. Bates?

💬 “Working with the next generation of veterinary professionals is very rewarding and a dream come true!”

❤️ We think that makes her a pretty perfect fit for our clinic.

🐾 NOW FOR THE FUN STUFF!

🐶 Favorite Animal: Dogs — especially Australian Cattle Dogs/Blue Heelers!

🐕 Her Crew: Sadie, Jango & Cache

☕ Clinic Fuel: Iced coffee… obviously!

🏔️ Happy Place: Traveling the western states, especially Wyoming

📍 Home: Atoka for 22.5 years

🐄 Plot Twist: She originally planned to become a LARGE ANIMAL VET!

🎓 Her Advice to Future Veterinarians:
Get as much exposure and experience in animal and veterinary science as possible. Work hard. Be a diligent student. And keep those grades up!

And finally, a quote Dr. Bates has remembered since her very first semester of college:

❤️ “People do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.”

That one fits what we do here pretty perfectly.

Dr. Bates isn't just helping us care for animals.

🐾 She's teaching.
❤️ She's encouraging.
🩺 She's sharing 26+ years of experience.
🎓 And she's helping our students discover just how far their future could take them.

Dr. Bates, THANK YOU for believing in our students and helping make this incredible opportunity possible! ❤️🐾

08/04/2026

🚨🐶 HEY, FUR PARENTS! DON’T MISS THIS AUGUST UPDATE! 🐶🚨

Tipton Community Animal Clinic is taking a little August timeout while our newest veterinary students level up! 🩺📚🐾

📅 We’re OPEN appointments only:
🐾 August 5
🐾 August 26

📱 Need us? Call or TEXT 901-738-1425!

Our students are stepping into new roles and responsibilities, so we’re taking the next couple of weeks to make sure they are trained, confident, and ready to care for your precious pups! ❤️

Some are familiar faces you’ve seen this summer or throughout the school year, and others are taking on new responsibilities for the first time. We appreciate your patience as we help them grow into the next generation of veterinary/animal science professionals! 👩‍⚕️🐶👨‍⚕️

🐾 Canine Only Facility
🩺 Wellness
🩺 Minor Medical
🩺 Spay & Neuter

👀 P.S. — Keep watching our page! We’ve got some BIG summer helpers to shout out, and they deserve ALL the recognition! 🙌❤️

Thank you for continuing to support Tipton Community Animal Clinic, our students, and their education! We truly couldn’t do this without our amazing community. 🐾❤️

06/23/2026

🚨 Coming in HOT for July! ☀️🐾

Our July clinic schedule is filling up, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

🐶 We offer:
✔️ Canine Spay & Neuter Surgeries
✔️ Canine Wellness Appointments
✔️ Affordable, quality veterinary care

📅 Upcoming Clinic Dates:
🐾 June 29
🐾 July 8
🐾 July 15
🐾 July 22
🐾 July 29

When you choose Tipton Community Animal Clinic - Brighton, you're doing more than caring for your pet—you’re investing in the next generation of veterinary professionals.

These photos show students getting real, hands-on experience alongside licensed veterinary professionals. This summer we've even welcomed a few middle school students eager to explore veterinary medicine, along with some of our own children who are already discovering a passion for animal care!

Every appointment provides invaluable learning opportunities that simply can't be taught from a textbook. Your support helps our students graduate with real clinical experience and the confidence to pursue careers in veterinary medicine.

📞 Call or text today to schedule your appointment!
☎️ Clinic: 901-738-1425

Thank you for supporting local education, affordable veterinary care, and the future of animal medicine—one patient at a time. ❤️🩺🐕 🚨

06/01/2026

Any present students or past graduates looking to do something, I will be at the school cleaning the clinic and preparing for the next clinic day between 9-12 today and tomorrow! Could definitely use some help!

Next available clinic days are June 3rd, 10th, 16th, 24th. Reach out today to get on the schedule! 901-738-1425

05/22/2026

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

Today we celebrate all the amazing moms — the ones raising children, the ones loving on fur babies, and the ones doing both! 🐾💖

Whether your days are filled with school drop-offs, puppy kisses, late-night cuddles, or keeping everyone healthy and happy, we appreciate the love, care, and dedication you give every single day.

To all the pet moms and human moms in our clinic family:
Thank you for the compassion you show, the comfort you provide, and the unconditional love you give to those who depend on you most.

We hope your day is filled with wagging tails, warm hugs, slobbery kisses, and lots of love. 🌷🐶🐱

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Tipton Community Animal Clinic! 💕

05/04/2026

🐾 May Veterinary Clinic Days – Get Your Dog Travel-Ready! 🩺

Planning summer trips? Now is the perfect time to make sure your dog is healthy, protected, and ready to go!

Join us during our May Veterinary Clinic Days where we’ll be offering:
✔️ Dog spays & neuters
✔️ Wellness exams & annual check-ups
✔️ Vaccines & preventative care to keep your pet safe all season long

📅 Clinic Dates:
• May 6
• May 13
• May 20
• May 29

Whether you’re preparing to board, traveling, or just spending more time outdoors, these visits help ensure your dog is up-to-date and feeling their best. 🐶☀️

⚠️ Appointments are limited each day—secure your spot early!

Call or text us today @ 901-738-1425 🐾

04/14/2026

Love the pictures! Please keep sending in! Who will be our 1st featured baby?