I was born and grew up in Chattanooga but moved away for many years after finishing college. Following graduation from veterinary school at the University of Georgia, I fell in love with feline-exclusive practice while practicing at a cats-only clinic in Charlotte, NC. After returning home to Chattanooga, I founded the Cat Clinic in order to continue working with the cats I love.
Rachel Walker, Office Manager
I just recently graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Concentration in Sociology. After graduation, I moved home to Johnson City, TN, for a little while to try and figure out what exactly I wanted to do. I have always loved animals and have been a pet owner all of my life. So far, I have owned and fostered many dogs and cats as well as a chicken named Katherine which lives at a church camp in my hometown.
Working at the Cat Clinic has been amazing! I get to do what I love like working with the media, writing newsletters, and communicating with clients along with playing with animals all day long! I couldn’t have asked for a better career and have found my calling to promote the life and well-being of all animals. Currently, I am living in the North Chattanooga area with my dog Edie and my newest addition, Apollo whom I adopted from the clinic in March 2009.
Kristy Johnston, Veterinary Assistant
I have lived in North Chattanooga for the past 18 years and when a position opened up at the Cat clinic, I thought what better way to spend your day than with cats. Animals have always been a big part of my life and I currently have four dogs and two cats. It's great to meet new people and their four-legged companions each day.
I am currently a student at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga as well as a Radioman in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. I moved to Chattanooga about 8 months ago from Franklin, TN after wrapping up a second tour overseas. I spend a lot of time outdoors with my dogs (Emma and Harley) and on the water; specifically the Hiawasse River.
Since I was very young I have had the good fortune of being around all kinds of animals in my household; from fence walking barn cats to African Grey parrots. I guess that's why I absolutely love working at the Cat Clinic. Working with and taking care of cats everyday is truly a reason to be excited about going to work in the morning.
Michael Paul, Veterinary Assistant
Liz Spak, Veterinary Assistant
When I moved to Chattanooga from New York City, I saw the "Cat Clinic Coming Soon" sign, and knew I had to work here. I work here in the clinic as a Veterinary Assistant and Cat Groomer. I have a varied background that ranges from shelter work to grooming at an upscale "pet spa." No matter what the setting, I love working with animals, and I am happy to have found my place at the Cat Clinic.
I share my home with two wonderful cats, Minnow and Mitty, who made the trek from NY with me, and have recently adopted a dog, Solo, who is getting along great with the cats.
Lissa Browning, Veterinary Assistant
I worked for an all species animal hospital in New York before moving to Chattanooga. The moment I found the Cat Clinic, I knew it was the place for me to continue my care for animals. I love all creatures on this earth, but kitties (big and small) are by far my favorite. I have eight of my own (Mr. Smeckles, B.K., Rufus, Leelou, Puma, Fuzzy, Muffin, & Noodle) and would have more if I had the space!
I look forward to coming to work everyday. The patients, clients, and my co-workers never fail to bring a smile to my face.
A long-time cat lover and owner, I started working with cats part-time in 2001 as a change of pace from my job as a software engineer. Before long, I traded the software and cubicle for the pleasure of caring for cats full time. Since then I've been lucky enough to work with feral cats, pampered pets and big cats. My poor house cats have endured a parade of feline visitors ranging from tiny feral kittens to subadult tigers.
The Cat Clinic and staff impressed me when I was a client, so I'm delighted to be a part of the Cat Clinic Team and to help bring Chattanooga the best in cat care.
