Technicians

Barbara was born and raised in New York City and has always had a large number of pets growing up. She has tremendous love and compassion for all animals. She has been fascinated with the animal science field since childhood. After graduating from St. John’s University, Suma Cum Laude, with a B.S. Degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology, Barbara worked as a Special Agent for the Drug Enforcement Administration. She moved to Arizona in 2001 and has been working in the Vet field since 2007. Barbara was owned by her two Australian Shepherds, Kilo & Narc. and now has two more, Tempo and Hoka. Barbara spends the majority of her free time with her two dogs, and training for triathlons. Barbara has a strong passion for fitness and health and enjoys running, biking, swimming, playing the drums, playing the Alto saxophone and acrylic painting. (With IRAH since 4/2013)