Petersburg College and is employed part-time at a veterinary internal medicine clinic. She holds an AS degree in veterinary technology from St. Petersburg College. She also holds an AA in music, a BS in elementary education and MA in adult education. She is certified as a veterinary technician and has earned a certificate in Veterinary Hospital Management. She has over 20 years experience as a veterinary technician educator. She is also a consultant for Nestle Purina and a member of the editorial board for Veterinary Technician.