From a young age, I’ve always loved animals. That love was exacerbated when I joined the Certified Veterinary Assisting program at Strawberry Crest High School. In my four years there, I gained experience at doggy day care- a place where teachers would drop off their dogs in the morning and we would bathe, groom, walk, and care for the 15+ dogs. In that time, I also learned animal first aid and CPR. My experience isn’t only limited to dogs, though- I have also cared for horses, snakes, cats, birds, and fish. I am a Certified Veterinary Assistant through the FVMA, and an Animal Science Specialist through the AEST. I have volunteered countless hours in both the public and private sectors of animal care, from local animal shelters to private veterinary practices.