Our Team

Scott DeLong graduated from the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. Since graduation, he has practiced medicine in Georgia, beginning at Butler Creek Animal Hospital in Kennesaw, and later with its sister clinic, Cedarcrest Animal Hospital, in Acworth. In 2010, he chose to open Chestnut Mountain Animal Hospital in Flowery Branch because he wanted to live closer to family in the nearby Gainesville and Watkinsville areas. Dr. DeLong is passionate about animals and strives to bring the best and most compassionate veterinary care to his patients and their families. His wife, Charlotte, is a ballet instructor and co-artistic director at the Gainesville Ballet Company. They have three children and two dogs.

Emily Hadaway started working in veterinary clinics over two decades ago (But we’ll just say a long time because decades make her feel old!) She attended the University of Georgia for undergrad and vet school, graduating in 2015. Since then, she has grown to love the relationship she gets to form with her patients and their owners, which helps ensure a great visit for both! On top of providing excellent care to her patients, Dr. Hadaway has a keen interest in surgery and acupuncture.

Dr. Hadaway shares her life with her Husband Matt, stepson Joseph, and their dog Kip. Together, they like to go to sporting events (GO DAWGS) and spend the weekend at the lake when the weather permits.

Matt has been working with animals for many years. He might be biologically in his thirties, but his knees and back are somewhere in their eighties! He has always wanted to work with animals since he was a young lad and switched from wanting to be a veterinarian to a technician when he found out he would have to go to school for at least 8 years….gross! He was fortunate to work with Dr. Scott DeLong several years ago and is very happy to be working with him again! Matt doesn’t have any animals right now but plans to adopt a cat and a chihuahua in the future.In his free time, Matt likes to play video games, read, bike, and watch John Wick movies repeatedly.

Kim started her animal medicine journey in 2017. In that short time, she filled in as an assistant, receptionist, and technician. Her life has been filled with different experiences with animals. From having a Persian cat as a child to breeding Rottweilers, she has always wanted to have a career with animals.

Along with her fiancé, Daryl, she spends her free time spoiling her grandchildren and her chocolate dapple female Dachshund, Lainey.  Her favorite part of her job is getting to see puppies/kittens that grow up happy and healthy with the clinic. When not ruining her kid’s kids by spoiling them, you can find Kim in the kitchen, listening to music, going to concerts, and having her fiancé take her to nice places.

Alondra has been working with animals since 2016, doing volunteer work at a clinic where she decided to pursue full time! She excels at customer service as well as patient care and treats each animal like it is her own. Her favorite part of her job is developing a relation with both the pet and the owner that promotes mutual trust.

When not caring for the patients, Alondra likes to be outdoors and spend time with her family. From pickle ball, to hiking, to Strongest woman competitions, nothing is too much for this go getter!

Alondra shares her home with her sweet pitty named Molly who allows her to stay at her house and pay the rent.

Isaac has worked with animals since before he was born. He was raised by a roaming band of wild llamas that taught him their majestic ways. Just kidding……. or are we? The human side of his family consists of two brothers and three sisters. Issac just so happens to be the youngest, which he claims means his parents went through 5 prototypes before reaching perfection with him. Animals are truly his passion, and his favorite part of his job is seeing the individual personalities of each patient and applying personalized care to each one. When not roaming the wild plains of Georgia with his llama brethren, Isaac is in the process of having every hobby known to man. Here are just a few hobbies that consume Isaac’s life: Animals, plants, animals, photography, animals, football, animals, rodeos, helping with his family’s pumpkin patch,  and animals!

Madylyn has been working with animals for the last few years. Beginning with farm work, she made the transition to small animal medicine with Chestnut Mountain Animal Hospital. She has a big family, being the middle child of five, and has a special needs sister, Britlyn, whom she adores.

The aspect that makes Madalyn love working at a veterinary clinic is establishing a bond with the patients and helping them feel safe and secure during their visits. When not at work or school, Madalyn likes to sing, paint, and work out. She is currently trying to combine them all into one!

Miriam has worked with animals for several years and has worked in a reptile rescue, animal shelter, and now here at Chestnut Mountain Animal Hospital.

Miriam lives a happy life as the middle child of 3 kids, which we all know second is the best! She also has an adorably perfect dog name Heart since he has had hers since the day she met him…. AWWWWWWWWW.
Her favorite part of her job is meeting all different types of animals and experiencing their different personalities, as well as her amazing co-workers!

When not at work, Miriam likes to go hiking with her dog, watch horror movies (spoooooky), and spend time with her friends.

Kayleigh is currently a welding student at Athens Technical College, an animal lover to the core, and someone who’s been around animals for as long as she can remember.

 She graduated high school at 16 through Athens Tech’s Dual Achievement Program, and has been chasing big goals ever since—whether it’s under a welding hood or in a vet clinic.

She has two cats, Chico (an orange tabby with serious attitude) and Boots (my laid-back tuxedo), But has raised everything from hamsters and bunnies to dogs, cats, and horses.

In July 2025, Kayleigh joined Chestnut Mountain Animal Hospital and immediately felt at home. Helping animals—and the people who love them—truly lights her up, and she couldn’t imagine working anywhere else.

When not at work or school, you’ll find her playing guitar, making crafts, or just soaking up time with friends. Kayleigh’s dream is to one day have her own little farm filled with horses, cows, dogs, and probably way too many cats.
She can’t wait to meet you and your furry family!

Good golly, Ms. Mollie started her career with animals in August of 2025. Before that, she worked with kids and in restaurants.

Even before working at Chestnut Mountain Animal Hospital, Mollie has been surrounded by animals all her life. She currently has 5 dogs: Willow, Zoey, Earle, Lanie, and Nikita. Her dogs let her stay at their house along with brother and mom, and she also has 2 siblings that live in New Jersey where she grew up.

Mollie’s favorite part of her job is establishing bonds with patients, especially German Shepherds as they are her favorite. Working with animals has always been a dream of her!

When not brushing out the undercoat of German Shepherds, Mollie likes to play tennis, baking, and recently picked up fishing.

Allison has been a GROOMING WIZARD EXTRODINAR (her description) for over 16 years. She provides excellent care and attention to all fur babies who come to her for their haircuts, and she truly makes it a spa day! Allison is a person in it for the long haul, she has been happily married to her husband for many years! They have two human kids (Jaxon and Tatum) and four canine kids (Eirinn, Bevinn, Min, and Dublin), and we all know who the favorites are! When not at work, Allison likes to spend as much time as possible outdoors. She can typically be found outside enjoying a refreshing drink on a sunny porch (even in winter).

Tiffany has been working in the pet industry as a groomer for many years. Although she loves all the dogs that she grooms, she does have a special place in her heart for any Golden Retrievers who come by to see her. Tiffany shares her home with her two girls (Allie and Madelyn), and her 3rd child, her husband (Brad). She also has 4 Guinea pigs, three cats (Tiger, Maui, and Ivy), two dogs (Kodiak, Grizzly), a fish, and a partridge in a pear tree. Her hobbies include camping with the family, hiking, reading (probably about grooming), and crafting. 

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