Dr. Murdock grew up in Aptos and can remember being fascinated by animals from a young age. She grew up with many pets, and through taking care of them realized what an incredible and special bond we can have with animals. Dr. Murdock knew that she wanted to become a veterinarian so she could work with and take care of animals daily. Since then, her dream has never changed and—even better—is now a reality.

Dr. Murdock received her Bachelor of Science degree with a minor in Spanish from Cal Poly Pomona in 2012, then completed her veterinary degree at Massey University in New Zealand in 2018. She enjoys building relationships with her patients and their families, hearing their stories and being able to assist when their furry friends are not feeling their best. It is truly rewarding to her to see the bond that exists between humans and animals, and how much they mean to each other. Her areas of medical interest include soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and preventive and geriatric care. 

In her spare time, Dr. Murdock enjoys outdoor activities such as backpacking, camping, traveling, gardening and intense hiking, and spending time with her Lab-terrier mix (Billy) and her ball python (Niner).