Michele is originally from Honolulu, Hawaii and has been a Colorado resident since 1992. Having a life-long love for animals, she has had the opportunity to work with everything from exotic birds and reptiles to dairy cattle. Her experiences working for the Humane Society of Seattle and Greyhounds as Pets in Colorado Springs inspired her to pursue a career as a veterinary technician. She earned an Associate of Applied Science degree at Front Range Community College and became a Certified Veterinary Technician in 2007. Michele enjoys volunteering at Hearts and Horses with her daughter, outdoor activities, and traveling. Their pets include a dog named Isabel, three cats – Spotty, Ruby, and Meg, and 5 snakes.