Mel (Melody)'s favorite part of working with animals is witnessing the journey from the initial greeting to that heartwarming "I trust you" moment. Whether it's a quick kiss from a happy dog, a cheek rub from a cat an owner swore "hates everyone," or a big dog lean, these moments truly make her day.
Mel shares her home with a delightful crew of four pets:
- James Tiberius, an 11-year-young brown dog named after Captain Kirk, who loves eating recycling material.
- Levi, a handsome 13-year-old gray cat, is the eccentric of the house and enjoys bed hopping all day.
- Frodo, also known as Mr. Grumbles for all his miscellaneous noises, is the amiable 13-year-old kitty (and part of her Lord of the Rings themed pets!).
- Lady Galadriel (also called MaoMao or Pretty Lady) is the newest addition, a cat who is part feral, part princess, and absolutely adores "booty smacks." She's the second of her LOTR-themed companions.
When she's not at work, Mel loves tackling house projects and engaging in menial labor. A fun and surprising fact about her is that she has dual citizenship and may utilize it.
What always makes Mel's day better? Her kitties, even when they make poor choices!
Mel's favorite season is spring. She loves the longer days, increased sunshine, blooming flowers, and the opportunity to start playing in the dirt. With 16 years in the veterinary field, Mel has a large place in her heart for senior pets, especially senior kitties. You can expect her to be just as excited to see every pet that walks through the doors as if it were her very first day on the job!