Markayla is a Registered Veterinary Technician. She graduated with her associates of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Iowa Western. Markayla grew up in Council Bluffs and has always loved animals. Growing up she helped care for horses, goats, chickens, cats and dogs. Markayla is actively involved as a 4-H project leader. She owns four dogs and one cat. Her dogs are named Diezel, Brazer, Foxy and Syd and her cat is named Bear.