Meet Our Team
At Castaway Animal Clinic, our skilled and compassionate veterinary staff is dedicated to providing top-notch care for your pets. From routine check-ups to specialized treatments, our team works hard to ensure your furry companions live happy, healthy lives.
Our Trusted Veterinarian
Dr. Randall A. Plaisance Jr., DVM
Owner & Lead Veterinarian
Dr. Randall Plaisance grew up in Baton Rouge, LA and moved to Auburn, AL to attend Auburn University when he was 17 years old. He has since only wandered from Alabama briefly during his professional development, and considers it a great blessing to serve the wonderful people of Central Alabama.
Dr. Plaisance has production experience in commercial cow-calf as well as seedstock cattle production involving advanced reproductive techniques. Additionally, he has worked in equine and dairy production, all prior to entering the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduating from AUCVM he entered private practice for several years before opening Castaway Animal Clinic. Dr. Plaisance practices on all domestic species, with interests in equine dentistry and performance medicine, as well as embryo transfer in cattle.
The father of four children, Dr. Randy is active in his local church and athletic communities, coaching local wrestling and softball clubs, as well as competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and triathlon events. He is married to Lisa Plaisance DVM, the owner of Dadeville Animal Clinic in Dadeville, AL.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Jared Humphry, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Jared Humphry started his veterinary journey as a farrier. He attended the Eastern School of Farrier Science in 2002. Upon completion, he began his farrier career in South Florida until 2007, when he moved to the Auburn, Alabama area. He built a large and loyal clientele before starting his study of veterinary medicine at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. He recently joined Castaway Animal Clinic as a full time associate veterinarian.
Dr. Jared Humphry has enjoyed horses his entire life. He has had the opportunity to work with horses in the film industry as a stunt double and wrangler, competed in the 2015 Mustang Makeover, and still enjoys team roping. When Dr. Humphry is not at the clinic you can find him spending time with his family or riding his horse, Dunny.