Dr. Tara grew up in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. She attended Ripon College for her undergraduate degree and to play softball. It's also where Dr. Tara met her husband. After attending the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Veterinary Medicine she married her husband, and today, they have four children: Adler, Ryker, Denny, and Haven. 

When Dr. Tara isn't at the clinic, she enjoys golfing, hiking, playing softball, and spending time with her family. Her family is her whole world. She comes from a very large family and makes a point of trying to make it to all of the family events. Dr. Tara values friendship and honesty. If she could do anything, she would travel the world. 

Dr. Tara came to Buddy's Vets because of the team's upbeat personalities and wonderful work-life balance. She enjoys the variety each day brings along with the relationships she builds with coworkers, clients, and patients. 

Dr. Tara brings to Buddy's Vets an easy-to-get-along personality. She is easy to talk to and is a great listener. Dr. Tara also has a great sense of humor, likes to have fun, and is open to new things. One of Dr. Tara's biggest strengths is her efficiency. A veterinarian is all Dr. Tara ever wanted to be, and she desires to be a well-rounded vet and hopes always to love what she does.