Abby Cunningham
Practice Manager
Abby Cunningham is the Practice Manager at Happy Tails Holistic Veterinary Care. She joined the Happy Tails team in 2022 as a veterinary assistant. She has a special interest in client relationships and creating a welcoming experience for pets and their families. Abby is currently enrolled in a veterinary practice management program to further her education and leadership skills.
Outside of the clinic, Abby enjoys spending time at the beach, playing video games, collecting unique trinkets, and relaxing with her two beloved cats, Ruby and Mabel. Her love for animals, combined with her dedication to client care and team support, helps create the warm and caring environment that defines Happy Tails.
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.
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 joined the Happy Tails team in September 2025 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.
Paige Durst
Veterinary Assistant
Paige is a dedicated veterinary assistant and senior at Kennesaw State University studying biology and sociology. Her compassion for animals and positive attitude make her a valued part of the team. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in zoology before attending veterinary school.
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.