Why Choose Us?
We are a loving and caring team of veterinarians dedicated to helping your pet live a long and happy life with you.
Our team is trained to perform thorough and comprehensive exams to ensure your pet is healthy. We aim to prevent any health issues by providing annual exams, emergency services, and quality surgical procedures. With us, your pet is in good hands.
Meet Our Team
Dr. David P. Stroud
Dr. David P. Stroud, DVM
Dr. David P. Stroud, DVM graduated from UGA in 1994 and joined the practice that year. He loves spending time with his family.
Dr. Doug Smith
Dr. Doug Smith
Dr. Doug Smith was raised in the Midlands of South Carolina and graduated from Spring Valley HS. He went into the Navy for 6 years as a nuclear propulsion operator. He graduated from Clemson University then went to UGA Vet School and finished in 1992. He spent most of his formative years on a “pseudo farm” which is where his love for animals took root. After vet school he spent 5 years in both small animal clinical and emergency clinic medicine, and then in small animal private practice for many years. He then worked at Clemson Veterinary Diagnostic Center as a diagnostician until he found us!
He has 2 sons (30 & 27) and 3 step daughters. His lovely wife Crystal works full time in ministry with special needs children of all ages. They have 2 dogs: Clover is a hound cross and Mando is a Corgi cross. Dr. Smith also enjoys working out, sports, motorcycles and reading non fiction. Please give him a big welcome with us!
Dr. Galland
Dr. Galland
Dr. Galland graduated from Lincoln Memorial University–College of Veterinary Medicine in 2024. While she truly enjoys all areas of veterinary medicine, her greatest passions lie in surgery and dentistry.
Outside the clinic, she loves spending time with her husband, daughter, dogs and cats, and she also enjoys horseback riding and getting lost in a good book.
Krysta Kokay,
Hospital Manager
Krysta Kokay, Hospital Manager
Our hospital manager, Krysta Kokay, has been with Walhalla Vet since 2013. She has 2 sons, 3 dogs & a bearded dragon. Krysta takes pride in her family & serving her community!
Candice, Pet Groomer
Candice, Pet Groomer
Candice has 6 years of grooming experience, she’s skilled with both dogs & cats. When she’s not at work, you’ll find her at home relaxing with her beloved furbabies. Her favorite part of grooming is seeing pets leave feeling fresh, loved, & eager for their next visit!