Ellie grew up in Cleveland, Tennessee and then made her way to the Chattanooga area for college. She holds a bachelor's degree in pre-professional biology from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has three years of experience in veterinary care. She has one cat at home, Neyland, whose name is inspired by his fluffy, orange coat. She is passionate about making sure patients feel comfortable and supported during their visits to VCA River. In her free time, Ellie likes to hike the trails around Chattanooga, bake treats in her kitchen, and read books at her favorite coffee shop.