Veterinarian and Owner
Dr. Coffey grew up in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, graduated from the University of Arkansas, and earned his DVM from Oklahoma State University in 2016. He has experience in allergies, gastrointestinal and respiratory diseases, surgery, reproductive health, and emergency and urgent care.
Veterinarian and Owner
Dr. Jim Coffey grew up in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Arkansas. After completing his bachelor’s, he graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2016.
Dr. Coffey is an established and highly skilled veterinarian who has experience in a range of areas including allergies, gastrointestinal diseases, respiratory diseases, surgery, reproductive health, emergency, urgent care, and many more. With both small animal and large animal experience, he is humble in all things and always willing to use his creative mind to find a solution. Dr. Coffey strives to connect with the community to help not only the pets but ultimately their owners as well. Two of Dr. Coffey’s favorite things about veterinary medicine are to see his patients leaving feeling better and their owners more at ease. Dr. Coffey is excited about continuing to know and care for the community and their furry friends!
He has a farm with cows, goats, and pigs, and he loves a Border Collie or a Labrador or Golden Retriever. His spirit animal is half lion, half golden retriever, and his unusual talent is that dang near everyone likes him! In addition to caring for pets, Dr. Coffey enjoys eating and spending free time with his friends and family.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Gracie earned a BS in Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences from the University of Arkansas and her DVM from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2026, with a strong focus on equine medicine.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Gracie’s love for animals began at an early age. Growing up, she frequently brought home and cared for stray dogs and cats, despite her father’s best efforts to convince her otherwise! She also grew up riding horses and barrel racing throughout high school, experiences that sparked her lifelong passion for horses and ultimately led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.
Dr. Gracie attended the University of Arkansas, earning a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences while completing the pre-veterinary curriculum. During her undergraduate studies, she met Dr. Smithers and had the opportunity to work alongside him for two years. This experience played an important role in shaping her decision to pursue veterinary medicine.
She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2026. While in veterinary school, Dr. Gracie worked as a technician in the Equine Intensive Care Unit and completed numerous equine-focused externships, gaining extensive hands-on experience and further developing her passion for equine medicine.
Her veterinary education also allowed her to explore a variety of areas within the profession. She completed a two-week externship in Rooiberg, South Africa, where she was immersed in wildlife veterinary medicine and conservation efforts. She also participated in a mission trip to the Navajo Reservation in Sanders, Arizona, providing vaccinations, wellness examinations, and spay and neuter services. The experience was especially meaningful to her, providing an opportunity to serve the community while growing in her faith and building relationships through fellowship and Bible study.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Gracie enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Boon and Bean, gardening, hiking, camping, traveling, attending Cross Church, and spending quality time with friends and family.
At LocalVet Urgent Care, you will often see Dr. Gracie rolling around on the floor with patients, getting and giving kisses. She brings so much joy, happiness, and fun to the clinic, our team, our patients, and clients. She loves all animals and breeds, her spirit animal is a Black Stallion, and her unusual talent is that all animals love her.
Dr. Gracie is excited to begin this next chapter of her career and is honored to care for the animals and families in her community.
Veterinarian
Dr. Rushing is a graduate of the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine, with more than 33 years of experience in veterinary medicine, including 25 years dedicated to emergency and critical care.
Veterinarian
Dr. Rushing is a graduate of the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine, with more than 33 years of experience in veterinary medicine, including 25 years dedicated to emergency and critical care. Her professional interests include canine reproduction and genetics.
She enjoys training and working with her beloved English Springer Spaniels, and competes in American Kennel Club (AKC) events, with a particular focus on conformation and scent work. Her prized English Springer Spaniels are also her spirit animal, and her unusual talent is that she can communicate clearly no matter how complicated the situation.
Our mission at LocalVet Urgent Care is to provide high-quality veterinary urgent care and emergency surgery with compassion, accessibility, affordability, and an unmatched experience for pets and their people.
Our vision is to bring high-quality care together in an environment where our team members, clients, and patients are cared for, appreciated, and treated with the kindness and respect they deserve.
Every visit starts with listening: what happened, when it started, and what you've noticed at home. We keep you informed at every step, so you can make decisions about your pet's care with confidence.
Meet the veterinarians and team of LocalVet Urgent Care! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets! We are solely dedicated to your pet’s care! We look forward to getting to know you and hope you’ll take the time to scroll down and get to know us.
Practice Manager
Practice Manager
Mandy Edwards spent her early years in California and Georgia as a child but found her way home to Arkansas at the age of 14. After moving to Arkansas she discovered that her family’s roots began here before they traveled west during the Dust Bowl.
Mandy graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a BA in Writing and Speech Communications. She has over 20 years of managerial experience spanning over several occupational fields. Her passion for animals started when she was very young with her favorite childhood memories including tea parties with her family’s Pit-Bull puppies and playing veterinarian. She has worked with animals in the past and is ecstatic to be back on the path of following her life’s calling.
Spending time with her husband watching movies, hiking, and canoeing are her favorite ways to relax. Mandy also enjoys going to brunch with her daughter, reading, gardening and playing with her family’s three adopted pets; Moon, a very fuzzy ragdoll cat, Nalu, a beautiful tan all American Pit-Bull Terrier, and Jack, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier who gives the best hugs in the business.
Shift Leader
Shift Leader
Kayte (pronounced kay-tee) grew up in a military family, living in various places including Florida, Germany, Kansas, and California. Though she’s seen much of the world, she proudly calls Arkansas home.
After completing a veterinary assistant program through Texas A&M, Kayte became a Certified Veterinary Assistant in 2021. She is currently working toward a degree in Animal Behavior and brings a special passion for all species—especially reptiles. With experience caring for pet chameleons and snakes, reptiles hold a unique place in her heart.
At home, Kayte shares her life with two dogs, Harley and Yoda, and a cat named Crunchwrap Supreme. When she’s not caring for animals, you can find her reading, exploring the outdoors, hiking, horseback riding, capturing moments through photography, or tending to her houseplants.
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Born and raised in Arkansas, Zaelea is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science at the University of Arkansas, with plans to graduate in December 2025. Growing up on a farm instilled in her a deep love for animals of all kinds; including horses, dogs, cats, cattle, and chickens.
Zaelea brings over four years of experience in the veterinary field. She began her career as a kennel assistant, progressed to a receptionist, and now works as a dedicated veterinary assistant. She finds great joy in bringing smiles to pet parents by healing and caring for their beloved fur babies and strives to make every animal feel their very best.
Outside of work and school, Zaelea enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, riding her two horses, and playing with her two dogs: Koe, a long-haired dapple dachshund, and Sissy, a red merle Australian Shepherd. She loves being outdoors, traveling, and has recently picked up silversmithing as a new hobby.
We proudly serve the pets of Fayetteville, Springdale, Farmington, Prairie Grove, Lincoln, West Fork, Elkins, Winslow, Mountainburg, Huntsville, Tontitown, Centerton, AR, and the surrounding areas. We look forward to seeing you and your pet!
