My path to becoming a veterinarian began as a child—it was the only thing I ever imagined being “when I grew up”. I was born and raised here in the Tucson desert, graduated from the University of Arizona in 2006 (Bear Down!), and earned my veterinary degree from Washington State University in 2010 (Go COUGS!). Immediately after graduating, I returned home to Tucson, where I have practiced small animal general medicine ever since.
 

Alongside my career, my husband and I have built a busy, joy-filled family. Our home includes our kids as well as a handful of pets—Zuma, Hazel, Lexi, and Kona—each of whom bring constant companionship and laughter. Like many pet owners, I have also experienced the heartbreak of saying goodbye to my own pets over the years, and each one holds a special place in my heart.
 

After more than 15 years in clinical practice, I felt called to expand the way I support pets and their families. While I continue to practice part-time, I created Paws in the Sunset to offer families the option of saying goodbye at home, rather than in a clinical setting. I believe helping a pet pass peacefully is one of the greatest gifts of this profession, and my hope is to provide a final moment filled with tranquility, dignity, and love—in the place they know best.