Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Shelbe Rice has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University. She then attended the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2018. Although Dr. Rice is originally from middle Georgia, she fell in love with Northeast Georgia during her time at UGA and decided to make it her home. Prior to coming to Elberton Animal Hospital in February of 2021, Dr. Rice worked at a nearby rural mixed animal practice for 3 years, where she treated a broad spectrum of animals, including cats, dogs, sheep, goats, and horses. Her interests in small animal medicine include soft tissue surgery and preventative care. She also thoroughly enjoys equine reproduction and field medicine. She consistently strives to rise above and beyond to not only further her education through research, but also give the best care to each patient as if they were her own – from small animals to large animals, she loves them all! In her spare time, she enjoys riding her horses and spending time with her husband and their two children. They have two dogs, three cats, and three horses. Always equipped with a big smile and lots of enthusiasm, she looks forward to attending to any and all of your pet’s needs.