Cassy Cohen
Office Manager
Cassy started with us in 2022 as a receptionist, and was promoted to Office Manager. Being a finance major, this became a natural role. Her love of animals and personal beliefs of holistic medicine brought her to our practice. She has three grown sons who have all played baseball and football throughout high school and into college. Cassy has had ten dogs throughout her lifetime, all of them rescued and all of them black-lab mixes.
Currently, Beau and Brinks are part of the Cohen household. Cassy’s hobbies include attending Auburn football games, working out, hiking with the dogs, yoga and watching Netflix series with her husband.
Megan Cohen
Practice Manager
Megan brings years of hands-on experience in veterinary medicine and a deep passion for animal care to her role as Practice Manager. Having worked in fast-paced clinical environments, she understands the importance of strong teamwork, organization, and clear communication in providing exceptional patient care.
Megan is dedicated to supporting the veterinary team while ensuring clients feel welcomed, informed, and confident in their pet’s care. She believes a positive, well-supported workplace leads to better outcomes for both patients and people, and she strives to create a clinic culture built on respect, compassion, and collaboration.
Outside of the clinic, Megan enjoys spending time with her dogs and cats – her black lab, River, her German shepherd, Aspen, and her two cats, Tobi and Luna.
She loves being outdoors, photography, and relaxing with her family and friends.
Her love for animals extends beyond work, and she is proud to help guide a team that treats every patient as if they were their own.
Shayo Oluwa
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Shayo is a dedicated member of the Happy Tails team with a strong passion for animal care and well-being. Her love for animals began early in life, growing up with five siblings and several pets, including a bird, a cat, and fish. This early exposure helped shape her commitment to ensuring animals live long, healthy, and happy lives.
Outside of work, Shayo enjoys watching movies, painting, and cooking, which allow her to express creativity and unwind. She brings the same care, patience, and compassion from her personal interests into her work at Happy Tails, where she is proud to support both pets and their owners every day.
Malik Bynum
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Malik is a compassionate and detail-oriented Biology graduate from Bethune-Cookman University with hands-on experience in veterinary assistance, animal care, and clinical support. He enjoys working closely with animals and supporting the veterinarians by administering vaccines, collecting blood samples, safely handling patients, and assisting during examinations and treatments in his role as Veterinary Assistant/Technician. Malik takes pride in creating a clean, calm, and safe environment while carefully monitoring animal behavior to ensure comfort and quality care!
Sophia Baker
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Sophia Baker has been working with animals for approximately six months and brings a lifelong passion for animal care to her role. Growing up surrounded by a wide variety of pets—including dogs, cats, fish, lizards, hamsters, and birds—she developed a deep appreciation for animals of all kinds. Sophia is dedicated to helping animals feel comfortable, cared for, and healthy. She has a strong interest in learning, particularly in natural medicine, and enjoys expanding her knowledge every day. Her compassionate approach and enthusiasm for animal wellness make her a valuable part of the veterinary team.
Ta’lai Autrey
Receptionist
Ta’lai is a dedicated and compassionate team member who has earned her Associate of Science Degree from Georgia State College. With a strong background as a veterinary receptionist, Ta’lai brings valuable experience in client care, medical support, and animal wellness to her role as a Receptionist. She has one pet of her own, a Jack Russel named Snickers! Her passion for animals shines through in everything she does, and she is committed to making a positive impact in every environment she joins. Her warm personality, attention to detail, and deep love for animals make her a standout asset to any team!
Emily Hamrick
Receptionist
Emily is one of our new receptionists! She has worked with animals for a little over a year, with her previous experience being at a nearby pet resort. She has a strong love for all animals, and it has always been her passion to work with them. Emily has 2 cats, Hannibal and Chanel, and they are her whole world! Her organizational skills and teamwork abilities make her a great addition to the Happy Tails team. Emily will always go out of her way to come around the desk and meet your pet! She also has a love for holistic medicine, which has brought her to our practice.
Candace Cox
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Candace is 29 years old and has 2 dogs, Tucker 11 years old and Shrimp 1 year old. She has been in the veterinary industry for 6 years, and got her start when working as a foster for the humane society in Atlanta. She’s always had a passion for animals, going so far as to have a meat free diet for over 15 years! Candace loves coming to work everyday to learn new things, study interesting cases, and give every animal the greatest experience possible!