As a Tiffin, Ohio native, Dr. Christopher D. Shockley spent a great deal of time volunteering at the Seneca County Humane Society, as well as caring for family horses while growing up. He graduated from Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio with a B.A. in Life Science. Dr. Shockley attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, receiving his D.V.M. in 2020 after completing his clinical studies at The Ohio State University. In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors, hiking and fishing across America, and spending time at the gym. He has one dog named Maddox, a three-legged Newfoundland mix, that loves to go swimming.

Dr. Shockley is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, and is accredited by the U.S.D.A. to issue interstate and international health inspection certificates.