I am a graduate of Oakland City High School and DePauw University in Music. I am a professionally trained vocalist, specializing in opera and oratorio. My career and post-graduate training took me to Detroit, Austria (American Institute of Musical Studies), Germany (Regensburg Stadttheater) and then to Los Angeles to perform and study at USC and with Seth Riggs. My father, Gene Blough, founded the Gibson County Humane Society. Because I had worked with him in the early years of that organization I volunteered at animal shelters in Los Angeles, working beside professionals with the City of Los Angeles Department of Animal Regulation. I also worked for the Amanda Foundation, an animal rescue organization in Beverly Hills, during my seven years in LA. When my family and I moved back to the Tri-State I once again volunteered with GCHS.

After the birth of my daughter I decided to change careers. I taught music at the middle school, high school, and university levels for over thirty years while also teaching voice and flute privately. I am officially retired from teaching now, but work from home as a reading tutor with two online platforms. I have never been far away from dogs and cats, continuing to rescue cats during my teaching years, as well as dogs from area rescues and shelters. After my retirement I wanted to become more active as an animal shelter volunteer. In doing so it became obvious to me that much more could be done for the shelter and non-shelter animals in our county. That is why I became a founding member and chairperson for the board of directors of Gibson County Volunteer Services to Animals.

I have one daughter, Elizabeth, who is a special education teacher and yoga instructor and yoga teacher trainer in Indianapolis. My daughter also rescues dogs and cats.

I serve as the treasurer for GCVSA. I have experience working in a Veterinary Clinic and with a groomer. I served as a volunteer civilian K9 officer with the Gibson County K9 Services years ago with my Bloodhound Abigail Louise. I have fostered kittens and puppies from the surrounding tri-state area for multiple shelters and rescues for years. I have fostered failed several times, and recently with Bandit from the Gibson County Animal Shelter.

I share a home with my husband Rick, our 6 dogs, 3 cats, and a pot-bellied pig, all of whom were rescued. I have 4 grandchildren: 3 boys and 1 girl. My favorite hobby is fostering animals, teaching my grandkids how to feed and care for them, and showing them how to give them a loving home. Also, I enjoy helping clean at the shelter. And my favorite time is spent with all my furbabies at home.

I have lived in Princeton my whole life and graduated from PCHS in 1972. I graduated from ISUE(now USI) with a degree in Dental Hygiene and was blessed with a 46-year career.

Animals have always been a huge part of my life. Growing up, I was always surrounded by cats, dogs, and horses. My love for animals eventually led me to become involved in rescue, including transports and working with several area shelters and rescue groups. I’ve also fostered…and, of course, foster failed twice with 2 black and white Pit Bull mixes, Pinky and Thomas.

Family is another very important part of my life. I have two sons: Zachary and his wife Lindsey, with my grandsons Peyton and Cooper, and Kyle and his wife Kassy, with grandson Noah.

I’m grateful for a life filled with faith, family, animals, and the opportunity to help those who need a second chance.

I am a Software Engineer, Musician, and Educator who serves as the Technical Advisor to the Board of Directors.

I have always had a deep affection for animals. My wife, daughter, and I share our home with three dogs (Lilo, Stitch, and Maui) and three cats (Ella, Simba, and Goober), as well as a well-fed porch cat named Donut.

I am honored to support this organization’s mission by building and maintaining its website and assisting with any technical inquiries. My goal is to help connect deserving pets with their forever homes.

I am from Princeton, Indiana. I am a graduate of Princeton Community High School and Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine. I founded County Seat Veterinary Hospital in 2008 and practiced as the only doctor there until 2019, and now I have 2-3 other doctors working with me.

My practice is at 405 W Broadway in Princeton, Indiana.

I love learning new things and doing surgery. I have a daughter and live on a farm. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats at home.

I enjoy reading and swimming in my spare time.

I’m Carrie Tichenor, a Purdue University veterinary technology graduate from 1998. My passion for animals began early—I started volunteering at the Gibson County Animal Shelter as soon as I earned my driver’s license. After graduating from Purdue, I worked as a veterinary technician in small animal hospitals throughout the Tri-State area, as well as in an emergency clinic. I later began training dogs and developed a special interest in animal behavior, working alongside several board-certified veterinary behavior specialists to expand my knowledge and experience.

Since 2006, my husband, Tadd, and I have raised our three boys while owning and operating Doggie Do Right, a dog boarding, training, and grooming facility in Fort Branch. Throughout my career, I have trained thousands of dogs, working with every level of training—from basic obedience and manners to complex and serious behavior cases. I strive to use the most current, science-based positive reinforcement training techniques to help dogs and their families succeed.

As our business has grown, so has our commitment to helping animals in need. We have supported a variety of animal rescues and shelters through donated services, monetary contributions, and fostering animals.

I am excited to bring my experience, passion, and commitment to Gibson County Volunteer Services to Animals. I look forward to working with the organization and our community to help move the care, welfare, and support of animals in need in Gibson County in a positive direction.

I am a registered nurse and graduate of Wood Memorial High School with deep roots in the East Gibson community. While putting myself through college, I worked as a pet and farm sitter, caring for animals of all sizes. That experience sparked a lasting commitment to animal welfare and led to volunteer work with the local shelter. I am a founding board member of Gibson County Volunteer Services to Animals, where I help guide the organization’s mission to support the well-being of animals both in the shelter and the community.

When I am not working or volunteering, I enjoy time at home with Thomas the cat and Tilly the Newfoundland, daily reminders of why this work matters.