Lauren Stayer, a native Oregonian born in Portland, graduated from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She completed her internship at WestVet Specialty & Emergency Center in Boise, Idaho, in 2010. Lauren's veterinary passions include creating bonds with her patients and their owners, helping guide owners through stressful situations, caring for geriatric patients, and improving their quality of life. She is married to a supportive husband and has two fun, crazy, happy kids and one rescue dog. In her downtime, she enjoys running, reading, spending time with her family and friends, and enjoying the many lakes in Central Oregon. Her favorite things include family, chocolate, the beach, coffee, sun, good historical fiction books, pasta, wine, and relaxing on the couch watching TV [citation].