Kristina’s love for animals started at a very young age. When she was just six years old, she convinced her mom to adopt a kitten from a friend’s farm. Shortly after, Kristina’s family welcomed a hamster and adopted a dachshund puppy into the family. While growing up Kristina spent summers with her grandparents, who always had several pets due to her grandmother’s love and compassion for stray animals who needed help. This sparked an early interest in animal welfare. Kristina grew up to love spending most of her time outside meeting critters or at home reading about them. Her current interests are focused in behavior and nutrition; while continuously seeking further education in these fields for domestic and wild animals.  
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When Kristina is not at the clinic, she can usually be found painting, reading, bird watching, or spending time with my Green Cheek Conure, named Mushu, and Blue Fronted Amazon, named Lulu.