Man arrested for posing as veterinarian after pets suffered 'adverse outcomes'

Police in Tennessee have arrested a man who reportedly posed as a veterinarian and performed procedures on dogs and cats without a license. 

According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, the suspect is 45-year-old Prashant Pandya, who allegedly pretended to be a veterinarian at Caudle Veterinary Clinic in East Nashville. 

Who is Prashant Pandya?

What we know:

Nashville Police said the investigation began in September when pet owners complained of "adverse outcomes" after their pets were treated at the clinic. 

Detectives said they’re aware of at least seven cases between August 2025 and September 2026. 

READ MORE: More than 1,100 chinchillas rescued from neglected Ohio breeding facility

Investigators found that Pandya presents himself as a doctor of veterinary medicine, using the title "Dr. Pandya" and wearing a white coat with the title "Dr. P.F. Pandya DVM" displayed.

They say Pandya has never been licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Tennessee. He reportedly applied for a license but has failed the required examinations.

What we don't know:

It’s unclear what happened to the pets under Pandya’s care or how long he’d been practicing without a license. 

What's next:

Additional charges are expected as the investigation continues.

The Source: This report includes information from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department