Colleen had grown up in Pike Creek, Delaware and was a client at Pike Creek Animal Hospital since the doors first opened in 1988. She has worked at the hospital since 2006 and has been involved in every job role in the practice, including as a technician for over 10 years. In 2016 she became the Hospital Manager; connecting with clients and assisting their needs became very important to her.

Colleen takes special interest in canine and feline reproduction, neonatology, and genetics. She has always owned a menagerie of animals such as reptiles, rodents, horses, felines, and canines. She has shown in AKC conformation and bred AKC Champion Papillons for over 15 years. 

Currently, Colleen is working on her CVPM degree and always wanting to learn more about theriogenology. 

Colleen lives in Wilmington with her daughter, Cecilia. Together, they enjoy taking trips, all things music and spending time with their papillons.