Dr. A.J. Smith is a former graduate from Van Wert High School in 2013. He attended the University of Findlay after high school and earned a Bachelor’s in Animal Sciences. Upon completion of his degree in Findlay, Ohio, he lived in Columbus, OH for 4 years studying at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. A.J. returned to Van Wert during his summers, where he started working at the Animal Clinic of Van Wert and met Dr. Tom Wilkin and Dr. Emily Early.
Following his graduation from Ohio State, he began his career as an associate veterinarian at the Animal Clinic of Van Wert, working alongside Dr. Wilkin and Dr. Emily. A.J. realized his passion for all companion animals during his time at The Ohio State University, and he has made his goal a reality to be able to work back in his hometown serving the Van Wert community. He currently owns a dog named Duke, and a cat, Gus. A.J. and his wife Melissa welcomed a new baby boy, Parker, in December of 2021. His hobbies include spending time with his family, golfing, and cooking [citation].