Tammy is originally from the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. She attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN where she earned her bachelor's degree in biology in 1999. In 2004 she graduated from Argosy University in Eagan, MN with a degree in Veterinary Technology. Tammy and her husband moved to Mankato, MN where she worked as a Certified Veterinary Technician at Minnesota Valley Pet Hospital for almost two years with Dr. Wilson before her husband's job brought them to the Des Moines area in late 2006. Later, Tammy rejoined Dr. Wilson at GPVC where her job entails everything from checking clients in and out to helping with appointments and surgeries, to performing dental cleanings and various other tasks.
Tammy lives in Johnston with her husband, Andy; their two sons, Jack and George; and their two cats, Manny and Inky. She enjoys spending time relaxing with her family, reading, traveling, going to concerts, and of course snuggling with her cats.