Dr. Haynes grew up in rural Alabama surrounded by animals, and her uncle was an old-school country veterinarian. His little clinic fascinated her, and she announced she wanted to be a vet around the same time she learned to read. At 14, she began volunteering at a local animal hospital, where a beloved mentor inspired her passion for caring for both pets and the people who love them.
After earning her DVM from Auburn University (War Eagle!), she moved to northeast Georgia and never looked back. During her 20-year career, she has worked extensively at several area hospitals, served as a relief veterinarian for more than 40 metro Atlanta clinics, and spent a year in the pharmaceutical industry. Her professional interests include feline medicine, dermatology, and client education. Having experienced both joyful and heartbreaking moments as a pet owner, she understands what it’s like to sit on the other side of the exam table.
Dr. Haynes lives with her husband of 19 years, three children, and four fabulous felines who call the shots. Lola, a rescue mutt whose delightfully mixed ancestry keeps DNA tests guessing, is the dog who won the heart of this proud crazy cat lady and now enjoys a thoroughly spoiled lifestyle, complete with more clothes than most people. Dr. Haynes and her family are active members of their local church. In her free time, she enjoys nature photography, metal detecting, and exploring back roads in her cherished Jeep Wrangler.