Veterinary Nurse
Start Date: October 2023
What brought you into the animal field?
I have always had a passion for animals and wanting to help them from a young age. I knew very early on that I wanted to work with animals in some way when I grew up. Over the years I have had many different animal care jobs and have found my passion in animal behavior.
List of places you have worked and experience in the animal field
After years of working in doggie daycare and boarding facilities I took a position at a local animal shelter working as a behavior and enrichment technician. I have continued my work and interest in animal behavior and training while working with a positive reinforcement dog training
company and now as a veterinary technician here.
Anything else work related you would like to post (:ie special skills, specialties)
Elite Fear Free Certified Professional
Where are you from and where have you been?
I am a Charleston local and have lived here my whole life.
Do you have Pets? List name and breed:
My sidekick and best friend, Cleo. Cleo is a German Shepherd and German Shorthaired Pointer mix and is 9 years old.
What are your hobbies/interests?
In my free time I enjoy trying new restaurants, seeing live music and getting out in nature with my dog.
What do you enjoy about having or working with animals?
There is a special kind of magic in the bond between animals and animal lovers. Getting to help animals every day is rewarding as well as help clients to strengthen that bond with their pets through positive reinforcement training and Fear Free and Low Stress handling techniques.