Hometown:

Temecula, California

Pets:

Maddie has two cats named Cloe and Rocky.

Interesting Fact:

Maddie loves rats and would like to own some again someday.

Biography:

Maddie is a passionate animal lover who has lived in the Atlanta area for the last 15 years. She has worked a wide variety of animal care jobs, from shelter work to daycare and back again. She loves taking care of animals and is dedicated to making sure they’re happy and healthy.

Hometown:

Norcross, Georgia

Pets:

Abigail has a Basenji named Kokoa, a Mastiff mix named Earnie, a cat named Dani and a Yellow-bellied Toad named Burt.

Interesting Fact:

She’s certified Quality Assured to work legally with cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats

Biography:

Abigail is a registered Veterinarian’s Assistant who has worked at Crossroads Animal Clinic for the past two years while studying animal science at Colorado State University. She has recently moved back home to Atlanta to focus her studies on domestic animals. Abigail’s professional experience has equipped her to be an elite caregiver to all kinds of furry (scaly, feathery, slimy, etc.) friends. ​

Hometown:

Atlanta, GA

Pets:

Rich has three pit bulls, Sister Caramelo, Zula, and Dough Boy Sketch, and two cats, Lu and Dirt.

Interesting Fact:

Rich is a certified scuba diver and has dived in Brazil and multiple locations around the US.

Biography:

Richard was born and raised in Atlanta and is the oldest of 3 boys. Richard has two cats and three dogs that he’s crazy about. He’s adventurous and enjoys doing outdoor activities such as fishing and snowboarding. He also loves traveling whenever he has the opportunity. Richard enjoys working with animals because they don’t judge; they accept people for who they are and they’re easy to please!

Hometown:

Augusta, GA

Pets:

Beckie has two dogs, Delilah and Juno (aka Jumbo) and two cats, Mysty and Baba Yaga, who she loves with all her heart

Biography:

Beckie was born in Augusta, GA and has been happy to call Atlanta home for around 3 years. She has been surrounded by animals her whole life at home and in a professional setting and she wouldn’t have it any other way! Beckie is a huge heart and is eager to show all animals the love and care they deserve.

Hometown:

Bethesda, Maryland

Pets:

Pru’s cats’ names are Stan and Katana; my Swedish ducks’ names are Shadow, Clem, and Twig.

Interesting Fact:

Pru is the only member of her entire family that was born in the United States and she speaks five languages.

Biography:

Pru grew up with all kinds of animals and she’s dedicated most of her life to their care. She was born in Maryland but has lived all over the place (New Orleans, New York, Washington, D.C., and Budapest to name a few)! She loves animals, books, art and nature and is happiest with a pet in her arms or by her side. She’s worked with both domestic and wild animals in a variety of roles: caregiver, vet assistant, rehabilitator, foster, and rescuer. She currently is happy to live in a home that belongs to 2 cats!

Hometown:

Lubbock, Texas

Pets:

She has two dogs, Mango and Guinness.

Interesting Fact:

Mango, the newest addition to Courtney’s family, is from Uganda. He was born on the grounds of the health clinic she worked at, and as soon as she met him, she knew they’d be pals for life.

Biography:

An animal lover since birth, Courtney has always been surrounded by dogs, cats, fish, lizards, birds, horses, you name it!  Courtney loves to care for pet babies of all shapes, sizes, colors and temperaments. She holds a BA and MA, both in International Studies, and is a passionate community development worker by day.

Hometown:

Lagrange, Georgia

Pets:

Deonna has two pit bulls (Nikki and Dior), two cats (Simon and Silas), and a funky little ferrett (Lonnie Latto).

Interesting Fact:

She worked with contracted working dogs for more than a year. Contracted working dogs are K9s that have specific “jobs,” including combat, police work, search and rescue, and others.

Biography:

Deonna has always owned dogs and cats and she’s a lifelong animal lover. She has more than three years of professional animal care experience and currently works at the animal shelter as a Kennel Technician.

Hometown:

Lilburn, GA

Pets:

Bekkah has an 11 year old cat named OJ. Bekkah also has 4 chickens named Brittany, Kelly, Tiffany, and Lisa. She is best pals with her roommate’s dog and cat, Nameko and Pokie.

Interesting Fact:

Bekkah has a dream of having her own little urban farm in her backyard and is really hoping she can have a goat or two someday!

Biography:

Bekkah has lived in Metro Atlanta for most of her life, but went to college in Lawrence, KS. She worked in a humane society in college and that’s where she found her kitty OJ and her love of taking care of animals! Bekkah’s favorite place to be is in the woods with her dog bestie or on the couch reading with a cat in her lap.

Hometown:

Milton, Georgia

Pets:

A cat named Johnny

Interesting Fact:

Helped teach a wolf pup to walk on a leash.

Biography:

Laura grew up volunteering at a cat shelter, rehabilitating squirrels, and eventually began her career with animals as a kennel tech in high school. She worked at a zoo and farm after college. This gained exotic animal experience with armadillos, sugar gliders, wolf pups, zebu cows, chinchillas, hedgehogs, kune kune pigs, and more including reptiles, such as a well-handled alligator. She is currently laboratory animal care technician at the CDC. Laura rescued her cat when he was a year old and feral, and with a lot of patience and love domesticated him into a loving companion.

Hometown:

Vancouver, WA

Pets:

Aisha has a sweet older dog named Skai, a big rambunctious puppy named Storm, and two cats named Butters and Poppy

Interesting Fact:

They once won an Emmy for directing a breaking news show.

Biography:

Aisha is a lifelong animal lover! From writing poems about their cats in grade school to growing up working for their mom’s pet sitting company, Aisha’s life has always centered on their furry friends. They recently moved to Atlanta from the pacific NW and are loving getting to know everything Georgia has to offer, especially all the great outdoor activities.

Hometown:

Forest Park, Georgia

Pets:

Ari has a Corgi named Hiccup (aka Hiccupotamus) and an American Bully named Big Boss (aka Boss Man). She also claims her mom’s shepherd/heeler mix pup, Dakota Blue, as her third “child”.

Interesting Fact:

She enjoys hiking with her dogs and occasionally drawing or painting.

Biography:

Ari has been an avid animal lover since childhood. She grew up around dogs of all sizes, cats, horses, and birds. She has nearly 8 years of experience working in dog daycare and is happiest when she is around animals!