Meet Our Team

Brazos Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Mineral Wells, Texas area for everything pet related. Our veterinary clinic and animal hospital is run by owners Marlena Smith, DVM and Heather Hester, DVM. Our team keeps everything running smooth day in and day out and treat each patient with top rated care. We are committed to educating our clients on how to keep your pets healthy year round with annual wellness visits, good nutrition, and preventative care. Brazos Animal Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian medicine, as well as offering alternative options for your pet’s care. Know that your pet will be treated with loving care in every visit, procedure, or surgery.

  • Heather Hester, DVM

    My husband Levi and I grew up and currently live in Millsap. We have 2 little boys, Jack and Jameson. We have 2 dogs; Utah, Lady and a one-eye cat named Sully. I received my Bachelor's degree in Animal Science from Tarleton State University in 2008 and went to veterinary school at Texas A&M University. I was trained in veterinary acupuncture at the Chi Institute in 2015. I enjoy traveling, trail running, and spending time outdoors with my family on our small farm.

  • Marlena Smith, DVM

    I have lived in Mineral Wells for 17 years with my husband, Philip who was born and raised here. We have a beautiful daughter Audrey, 3 dogs: Ruthie Jo, Buddy, and Sniper. I am U.S Navy Veteran. After receiving my Bachelor's degree from Tarleton State University, I received my Doctorate of veterinary medicine from Texas A&M University. I also trained in veterinary acupuncture at Chi Institute in 2015 and became a Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner in 2021. When I'm not at the clinic I enjoy hiking, yoga, gardening, and spending time with my family.