I have always been a huge animal lover and grew up with an assortment of critters around, from cats and dogs to rodents and reptiles. I always knew I wanted to end up working animals in some way.
After moving to Salem, Oregon from small-town Arkansas around age 11, I went on to graduate high school and started as an assistant in a pet grooming salon. I loved all the time with dogs and cats, and after some time became a groomer myself. I did a few semesters of community college along the way, but was never really sure what I wanted to study. After several years as a groomer, I decided to go back to my childhood interest of veterinary medicine. I started as a receptionist at a busy small animal clinic in Milwaukie in March of 2017 and moved into assisting, which I love. I am planning to go back to school next year to get my associate’s in veterinary technology so I can become a certified technician.
Outside of work, I love taking my dogs out and around our very dog-friendly city. Constantly on the lookout for good restaurant and beer recommendations!