Pet Care · Veterinarians
Three-time readers' choice for integrative pet care
TN Trusted · Selected by NashvilleTN · checked October 1, 2026
Natchez Trace Veterinary Services, on Highway 100 in West Nashville, is led by Dr. Marc Smith, whom Nashville Scene readers voted Best Veterinarian in 2023, 2024 and 2025. After years in traditional practice, Dr. Smith went back to school and now combines modern veterinary medicine with acupuncture, herbal medicine and nutrition, building personalized treatment plans and offering telemedicine consults for records reviews and second opinions. Reviewers describe a knowledgeable, thorough doctor and a friendly team, and several note they value an independent practice. The clinic is open weekdays from 8 AM to 5 PM, closed for lunch from noon to 1.
Photos: Natchez Trace Veterinary Services.
Yes, alongside conventional care (per their website).
Yes, telemedicine consults with Dr. Smith are available (per their website).
No. They close from 12 to 1 on weekdays (per their website).
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