When Rachel lost her cat Phoebe in her junior year of high school, she began to work as a volunteer in animal shelters to help other cats find their future homes. This love for animals developed into a desire to devote her life to caring for larger felines.
Still an undergraduate, Rachel has already spent years working in several shelters and animal clinics, including the Saints SPCA shelter and the National Tiger Sanctuary. She’s been learning first-hand how to properly care for a multitude of animals, from the household cat to more exotic lions and tigers. This experience along with her academic success at Southeastern is allowing Rachel to propel herself into her dream job of becoming a veterinarian.
Action Plan
Get real-world experience with four different veterinary internships.
Educate the public on a variety of animals while working with the Nation Tiger Wildlife Sanctuary.
Shadow and help veterinarians on the job.
Apply for and begin veterinary school.
Earn a DVM degree and live a dream career caring for large exotic animals.
