Dr. Parker is from upstate NY where she earned her BS and DVM degrees at Cornell University. After graduation she worked at a large 24 hour practice outside of Chicago before moving to FL to be closer to her family. Outside of work she enjoys time with her dogs (Lynah, an older Lab mix, and Jarrah, a younger Border Collie) and family, playing tennis, and traveling.

Rachel has been with the Pet Paradise family since May 2014 when she joined as a resort associate at the Plano Premier location. After working hard and dedicating herself Rachel attended a comprehensive work retreat in Florida, eventually returning to Premier as a manager-in-training, assistant manager and resort manager of Plano Premier prior to moving to Pet Paradise Las Colinas as resort manager. Rachel has over five years of experience in the dog boarding industry and is always using her knowledge to keep our guests safe and happy. When she isn't bringing smiles to our clients up front, you can likely find her having a blast playing with the dogs in day camp. Rachel is a proud owner of two rescue Chihuahuas, Mulder and Scully, and a tabby cat named Pinkerton.