About our Board of Directors

I've been a member of the Board of Directors since 2015, serving both here and with the Board of Directors for Arkansas Weimaraner Rescue. At home, I have two beloved rescue dogs— Tusk (left) a Catahoula Leopard Dog & Poppy (right) a Weimaraner. Being involved with this incredible organization, which gives back so generously to the pet community in NWA, brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

My husband, Peyton, and I have 2 dogs.  I worked for a major corporation for 40 years before retiring in 2013.  I am involved in the Komen Foundation.  My passion in life has been to make the world a better place for animals.  I am honored to be a part of HSO.  I believe in what they represent and am ardent about helping animals in need. 
 

Helping and serving the pets in our community is my passion. My husband and I have allowed many dogs and cats to rescue us thru the years. 

Jennifer Cole and her husband have enjoyed living in Fayetteville for over 11 years. She had the distinct honor of joining the HSO board of directors in 2018. In addition to working as a pharmacist at the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks, she supports several local non-profit organizations while enjoying the vibrant community.  When she's not raising funds for animals in need, her rescued dogs keep her busy.

In addition to being an HSO board member and avid dog lover Amber and her husband Jack are very active in the AKC and HRC hunt test arena. Amber is also the current treasurer for Ozark Hunting Retriever Association. 

I am a long-time resident of Fayetteville and been volunteering for HSO for over 9 years.  I became the volunteer coordinator in 2011 and moved to the Board of Directors in 2015.  My pup Einstein or "Hiney" is a 13 year old Cavalier Spaniel/Pekingese mix that I rescued in 2005.  I love being a part of an organization that is so passionate and dedicated to all animals in NWA.  Advocating for those that don't have a voice truly is my passion.  When I am not with my dog or volunteering, I work full time as a studio manager for Orangetheory Fitness in Fayetteville.

Dalicia Emerson and her family have lived in Fayetteville for the past 18 years. She is a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette and has three grown children, four very loved dogs and two cats.  She loves supporting the Humane Society of the Ozarks and considers it a blessing and honor to have the opportunity to serve animals in need and the local community. 

I’m a Fayetteville native and 2015 graduate from the university of Arkansas with a BS in animal science.  I have 4 dogs and am a new mom to a baby girl.  I’m a store manager at DogWatch Doggie Day Care and boarding and I love working with and training dogs! I’m excited to share my expertise with the HSO in helping homeless animals find homes and community outreach! 

Dr. Laura Hokett serves as our charity veterinarian performing many services to our rescued animals at no charge. She also heads up our Street Vet for the Unhoused Community, monthly. 

HSO's primary care hospital is Best Friends Animal Hospital & Pet Hotel. Donations on our account at Best Friends Animal Hospital may be made at anytime by calling their front desk: 479-251-8387