Dr. Courtney Shade grew up in Bradford, Pennsylvania. She attended the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford where she earned her degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. Dr. Shade graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. Her veterinary interests include nutrition, ultrasound and surgery. Dr. Shade recently relocated to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with her husband and their three dogs. In her free time, Dr. Shade enjoys spending time with family, working out and exploring the outdoors.