OUR DOCTORS
Tommy R. Gamper
D.V.M
Dr. Gamper grew up on Lake Jordan and graduated from Holtville High School. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in biology at Auburn University at Montgomery before graduating from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University. He came to Cobbs Ford Pet Health Center in 2001 for what he thought was just his final eight weeks of training before graduation. He then fell in love with Prattville and the practice. Eventually, Dr. Gamper partnered with his friend, mentor, and practice founder Dr. George Seier, becoming an owner. Shortly following Dr. Seier’s untimely death in 2019, Dr. Gamper took over sole ownership of the practice.
Dr. Gamper loves caring for his patients and forming long-term relationships with his clients. He enjoys all aspects of small animal practice including surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, dermatology, and reproduction. Dr. Gamper lives in Prattville with his family including Snickers, a beagle/dachshund, and Gidget, a very spoiled chihuahua. Dr. Gamper has coached countless youth basketball, soccer, tee ball, and coach pitch baseball teams. He and his family are active members of their church. In his free time, Dr. Gamper enjoys supporting his Auburn Tigers, going to the gym, fishing, and playing sports.
Susan Carastro
D.V.M, M.S.
Board Certified by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology and Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology.
Originally from Montgomery, Dr. Carastro graduated from Auburn University Veterinary School before getting her Masters in Ophthalmology from the University of Illinois. She then taught at Animal Medical Center in New York City, and practiced in Nashville prior to starting a referral practice in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Carastro is available monthly for referral services in our clinic.
Sarah Bottoms
D.V.M
Dr. Bottoms is originally from Lakeland, Florida. She attended Berry College in Rome, Georgia, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Animal Science. She went on to attend Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, earning her DVM in 2026. Fun fact: Dr. Bottoms comes from a family full of Auburn alumni! Both of her parents were members of the marching band during their undergraduate years, and her younger sister recently graduated from Auburn’s aviation program. War Eagle!
Dr. Bottoms’ special interests include feline medicine, surgery, dermatology, and dentistry. She is both Cat Friendly and Fear Free certified, providing her with valuable tools to help properly care for your feline friends!
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Bottoms enjoys spending time with her husband, talking about Dancing with the Stars, reading, and cuddling with her three orange cats—Mikey, Annie, and Olive.
Amanda E. German
D.V.M
Dr. German is originally from Tallahassee, Florida and graduated from the University of Florida with bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Zoology in 2019. After graduation, Dr. German moved to Auburn to attend the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, receiving her doctorate in 2023. Her special interests include preventative medicine, internal medicine, and exotics. Her favorite things to do are spend time with loved ones, read mystery books, and work on sewing projects. Dr. German and her husband currently reside in Auburn with their sweet Dachshund named Oliver.
Mary Kathrine Fuller
D.V.M
A native of Enterprise, Alabama, Dr. Fuller joined Cobbs Ford Pet Health Center in 2025 after graduating summa cum laude and first in her class from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. While in school, she worked as an after-hours surgery assistant at the hospital, gaining valuable surgical knowledge from experts in the field. She also became feline friendly certified, deepening her passion for fear free medicine and her love for cats. Her professional interests include small-animal surgery, dentistry, radiology, and internal medicine.
Prior to vet school, Dr. Fuller also earned a bachelor’s degree in animal sciences from Auburn University, where she met her husband, Charlie. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys time on the water, spending time with her dog Ridge, cooking, and making memories with her family. Dr. Fuller looks forward to providing compassionate, high-quality care to the pets and families of Prattville.
Patrick Pancoast
D.V.M
Dr. Pancoast was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. He moved to Buffalo, New York at the age of 20 to help his wife (girlfriend at the time) go through Nursing School at UB. Afterwards, he moved to Auburn to complete his undergraduate degree in Animal Science. He then joined Tuskegee University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2025. Throughout the years he was in school, he also served in the military, committing to 12 years of service. Dr. Pancoast has been a part of the Cobbs Ford family since June and is interested in continuing small animal practice. His interests include spending time with his wife, snowboarding, wood crafting, and generally having a good time wherever he is. His favorite movie is Indiana Jones.
