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Emily is from Gallatin, Tennessee, where her lifelong love for animals began during her childhood, surrounded by a diverse array of furry and scaly companions: dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, hamsters, and even a ball python. Her journey towards veterinary medicine started during her senior year in high school when she was tasked with researching various career paths. It was then that the allure of veterinary medicine captivated her, aligning perfectly with her desire for a career marked by perpetual learning,…

Monica’s upbringing in Anchorage, Alaska, was marked by her close companionship with a diverse array of pets – rabbits, doves, a cockatiel, a leopard gecko, a Labrador, skinks, a fancy corn snake, a fire belly toad, and an assortment of fish. This early bond with animals ignited her lifelong ambition to become a veterinarian, a path she chose at the age of 10. Her educational journey started at the University of Fairbanks Alaska, where she began her veterinary pursuits. Currently…

Dr. Brianna Brooks grew up in Houston, Texas and knew from a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian. She attended Texas A&M University for undergrad and Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine for veterinary school. Dr. Brooks enjoys the educational aspect of being a vet and educating clients so that the care provided to the animals is effective. She chose to work at Lone Mountain Animal Hospital because of the supportive environment and mentors. Dr. Brooks specifically…

Kaylee graduated from Boston University with a BA in Biology with a concentration in Cellular, Molecular, and Genetics and a minor in German. She is currently attending University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine for her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in May of 2023. She is originally from New Jersey. She always loved animals growing up but it wasn’t until she started undergrad that she realized that a career in veterinary medicine would allow her to pursue her passion…