Kennel Assistant

 Since 2010

Elizabeth was born in Chittenango, NY and moved to the Atlanta area in 2002.  She lives in Jasper county with her son, CJ.  Elizabeth has two brothers who still live in the upstate New York area.   Her greatest interests, achievements and a lifelong passion have always involved dogs - particularly Staffordshire bull terriers - whom she breeds and shows, and several of which have become champions.  Elizabeth said she also likes to spend time with friends, riding her Harley, fostering for the Humane Society and being with her large family of pets - 13 Staffordshire terriers, 5 DSH cats and many reptiles.

Why she does this:  "For the animals and all the friends I have made."

Kennel Assistant

2010

Melissa was born in Decatur, GA, where she has spent most of her life and currently lives in the downtown area.  Both Melissa and her mother have been clients at The Village Vets since first opening in 2001.  Melissa enjoys the outdoors and participating in outdoor sports, such as canoeing, hikng and camping.  Her other hobbies include photography and computers.  Melissa has one mix breed dog named Muggins. 

Why she does this:  "I love working at The Village Vets - everyone loves their job and would do anything for the animals.  I enjoy coming to work every day and wouldn't want to work anywhere else".

Kennel Assistant

Tanji was born in Atlanta and currently lives in Decatur with her family which includes two brothers and one sister. Her hobbies include reading, drawing, learning about new technology and listening to upbeat music. She has a cat named "Silver" whom she calls Silvy. Tanji feels her most notable achievements to date are graduating from Georgia Perimeter College with an Associates Degree in 2006. She also received an Associates Diploma in 2007 in veterinary technology.

Why she does this: "I enjoy helping and caring for animals".

Housekeeping

"Tina" is a native of Atlanta and is the oldest of three daughters.  She has 7 children, 4 boys and 3 girls, whom she says she loves spending all her time with.  She claims that her children are her greatest achievements and being able to love, teach and encourage them is "what makes my life complete". 

Why she does this:  "Animals are like children to me; the more time and love you give them, the more time and love they give you back".