Veterinarian Overview
Rebecca was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Her father is an accomplished artist and retired professor, and her mother manages an antique store in downtown Hot Springs. She and her sister Jamie grew up surrounded by animals, and Rebecca has always had an abiding interest in nature and the outdoors. Rebecca moved to Wilmington in 1999, where the HarrisÂ’ became close friends and mentors before her departure in 2001 to attend the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2005, Rebecca received her doctorate in veterinary medicine and returned to Porters Neck Veterinary Hospital where she held an associate position for ten years. Rebecca and Matthew moved back to Wilmington in 2005, both employed as associate veterinarians at separate practices. They were married in 2009, and have two children, River and Alexis. They currently have two dogs (Jazz and Thalia), three cats (Nico, Tritan, and Tonks), and an array of fish.
