Dr. Samantha Dannehy grew up in Marengo, Illinois. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Monmouth College where she double majored in biochemistry and chemistry. Dr. Sam then continued straight into veterinary school and graduated in 2017 from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Sam is passionate about preventative care and strengthening the human-pet bond. When not at work, Dr. Sam can be found snuggling on the couch with her two crazy dogs Koa and Cider, her goofy cat Clover, and her husband. Dr. Sam also shares her home with a guinea pig named Piggy and a Red Eared Slider turtle named Slider.