Meet our Board of Directors

Trisha Crowley

President

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I have spent the better part of 22 years in animal rescue. I enjoy educating the community about our programs. Rescue truly is my life and my biggest dream is that we all work together to end suffering for all animals.

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“Every day is hump day. Spay & neuter!”

Laura Prechel

Vice President & Transport Director

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I love saving dogs, spending time with my hubby and new pup and grabbing an iced coffee and sticky bun at Marcy Jo’s Bakery. 

“Dogs are the most resilient and forgiving creatures.”

Christine Isaacs

Secretary & Treasurer

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I love long walks with my dogs, a good book, a hot bath and time spent with friends. Oh! And tequila.

“Happiness is a warm puppy.”  ~ Charles Shultz

Duane Gayle

Web Director

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I love my rescue dogs, family time (human and canine), writing songs, creating things, and Star Wars.  

"My dog reminds me everyday that good still exists."

Team Members

Ellen Ness

Events Director

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My passions are dogs and events and I’m very grateful to RARE to get to combine them. I also love spending time with my church family and my friends, and I need Chick-fil-a like I need air.

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“Dog hair is my glitter.”

Michelle

Cattery Director

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I love animals, and RARE allows me to spend lots of time with the cats.  So people call me the cat lady.

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"Cats are connoisseurs of comfort"  ~ James Herriot

Kate Siller

Foster Coordinator

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Animals have been my passion since I was a child! I have worked in the veterinary profession for over 8 years and have spent the last several years involved in animal welfare and rescue efforts. Fostering is one of my favorite ways to give back to animals and I am so grateful to help facilitate the foster program at RARE!

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“Let us develop respect for all living things. Let us try to replace violence and intolerance with understanding and compassion. And love.”  ~ Jane Goodall