From a young age many will say it was clear to see that Kylee had a special way with animals of all kinds. Raised in rural South Georgia on a small family farm her passion and talents flourished. If you couldn't find Kylee, there was a good chance she was in the barn, in the field with a horse or in the woods with bluetick figuring out a better way to communicate with her animals. Many would say she was quiet and reserved but was always up for an adventure and a challenge. These characteristics would become key in the way she handled her animals. It wasn't uncommon to find her fast asleep worn out in a barn alley with an obnoxious ram sleeping beside her, or in a stall sitting with an abused stallion because she wanted him to know that it was okay to trust again. You could almost say she was born in the saddle and as she grew horses became a huge part of her life. Volunteering alongside her mom with the Georgia Department of Agriculture there was never a shortage of troubled horses and her skills and natural talent began to blossom even more. Trail rides and play days earning walls full of ribbons led to rodeo and competitive barrel racing earning paychecks at young age. She was a natural and was soon recruited as an exercise jockey for several talented trainers. She became a sponge, never missing an opportunity to learn more and soak up the knowledge of those willing to invest their time with her. The variety of horses she was able to jockey allowed her to become more than just a better rider. She was building her skill set and was learning to recognize personality traits and adjust her communication and training skills to overcome obstacles and bring out the best in each animal she worked with. Restoring trust, earning respect, building confidence and bridging communication gaps became a part of who she was. She applied these skills in her own life and began setting steep goals and pushing toward them. She was never afraid to step out and try something new or go in a different direction when she hit a roadblock. Her compassion and determination to overcome led her right to a dog that fell perfectly in place with her life. Cooper a young pit-bull. Not the normal companion for a horse girl but a great one none the less. She wanted him to be excellent and versatile. She wanted to show the fun-loving talented side of the breed. She wanted a quiet watch‐ full partner for hauling on the road with her horses, a relaxed companion around the house and fun-loving adventurous pooch. So, she raised him and trained him to be just that. This is when she discovered dock diving and decided to add it to their game. Kylee is continuing her education with CVA certification and college while competing and growing her equine breeding programs. She is excited to expand and apply her skill set assisting others and their pets whether for companionship or competition. She finds joy in helping others overcome the barriers that may keep them from finding the best in their animal owner relationships.