Rachel was born into a family of animal lovers, and raised alongside many beloved dogs, cats, rats, hamsters, and fish. She planned from a very young age to pursue a career working with and caring for animals. She graduated from Canisius College in 2013 where she received her degree in Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation, and has been with City Creatures since March of 2015. She and her boyfriend currently share their home with 5 cats, 2 dogs, 2 Leopard Geckos, 2 White’s Tree Frogs, a Sulcata Tortoise, a Bearded Dragon, and a Tarantula.