Tara has been a dedicated member of the VCA team since 2005 and graduated with her bachelor's degree in business organization and leadership. She enjoys spending her free time with her adult daughter, going hiking, camping, kayaking, river rafting, or to the beach. She also enjoys reading, crafting, and spending time with friends and family. Tara has rescued many pets over the years and currently has a black lab-shepherd mix named Porter, two kitties named Grady and Wreck-it-Ralph, a yellow belly slider named Sheldon, and a bearded dragon named Norbert.  

"I love getting to meet all of our patients and strive to make sure they are comfortable while in our care, as though it is their home away from home. This patient comfort is all part of the excellent client experience I seek to provide to both our clients and their furry loved ones."