Melissa is a certified veterinary technician with a lifelong love of animals and hands-on care. She is passionate about continuing to grow her skills to provide the best possible care to every patient and client she sees. At home, she shares her days with two cats, Shadow and Kira, as well as ducks, geese, chickens, and goats on her hobby farm. She also loves hiking and exploring national parks, along with reading, painting, and watching movies.