Hello, my name is Velvet and I am very excited about this opportunity to be a part of the 9 to 5 Pets Team! I moved to the Jacksonville area about 2 years ago and currently live in Atlantic Beach. I was born and raised in central Illinois but am loving all the things Florida has to offer. I’ve been a paramedic for 23 years and my other two passions are animals and photography. There’s never been a time in my life that I didn’t have dogs and cats. I have volunteered and fostered for many rescues in my life. I currently have 5 little dogs, they are all seniors and all rescues. I love all animals, but seniors and special needs animals hold a special place in my heart. I am excited to leave behind my medical career and start a new chapter taking care and loving your animals as you would love and care for them. I’m ready to meet you all and your wonderful fur babies!