Meet the
Team
Meet the
Team
Jose J. Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Fernandez has been a passionate advocate for animals throughout his life, dedicating his career to enhancing their well-being. His mission at Southern Trail Animal Clinic is to provide top-notch education and care to his furry clients and their owners. Although not originally from Easley, Dr. Fernandez has been an active member of the Upstate South Carolina community for many years and is recognized as a distinguished veterinarian with extensive experience in advanced medical care.
He graduated from Spring Hill College and earned his doctorate degree from the University of Tennessee Veterinary School in 1999. When not at the clinic, Dr. Fernandez enjoys watching college football, participating in obstacle races, and photography. He cherishes time spent with his wife, two daughters, and their family pets—three Labrador Retrievers named Duce, Finn, and Jameson, two cats named Smokey and Cleo, and two Guinea Pigs.
Mike Eaves, DVM
Veterinarian
With over 34 years of veterinary experience, Dr. Mike Eaves, is an experienced veterinarian at Southern Trail Animal Clinic. His goal? To keep pets happy and healthy for as long as possible. His prior work and dedication are prevalent in his unrelenting determination to better the lives of animals. He graduated from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine with his doctorate in 1989.
Dr. Eaves has been married to Lynne since 1994. They have two sons, Sam and Ben. He also has two dogs, Devereaux and Amos Moses, and two cats, Ziggy and Rougaroux (Roux). In his free time, you can find Dr. Eaves playing golf, enjoying an LSU football or baseball game, or traveling with his wife.
