Alanna started working with Roxboro Animal hospital in 2002 as a kennel assistant and moved into a veterinary assistant role within a few months. She started her education at Purdue University's Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program and graduated in 2008. In 200-, she became a registered veterinary technician. She has a special place in her heart for cats, and has six of her own. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her son and daughter, visiting the zoo and having campfires.