The American Veterinary Dental College recently announced that Dr. Robert S. (Bert) Gaddis has attained board certification as a specialist in veterinary dentistry, making him the only board-certified veterinary dentist actively practicing in Alabama and one of only 111 worldwide.

Dr. Gaddis, of Homewood, owns and operates The Indian Springs Animal Clinic in North Shelby County.

He received his bachelor of science degree in 1981 and his doctorate in veterinary medicine in 1983 from Auburn University.