I decided to follow my dreams and moved to Colorado in 2009 to attend the Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology, which was the best decision of my life! I worked at a small animal practice in Denver, and I volunteered at the local animal shelter and for an organization that provided free veterinary care for the pets of the homeless community.

I love living in Oregon and when I’m not working you can find me on the hiking trails, camping at the coast, or snuggling up with my chihuahua, Frosty.