Tina Tapia Veterinary Technician Tina is a California native who came to Colorado Springs with her boyfriend in 2008.  She has been a Veterinary Technician since 1989.  In the past she as worked as a volunteer for her local California zoo, worked at an exotic avian clinic, worked in wildlife rehab, and a large and small animal clinic.  She has been enjoying working at SCVIM.  Tina has 1 son and 2 cats, “Tia” and “Kiara”.