Meet Our Team
At Peaceful Partings, we understand that saying goodbye to a cherished family member is one of the most profound moments you will share. Our team of experienced, dedicated mobile veterinarians and technicians is committed to providing gentle, dignified care in the safety and familiarity of your home, ensuring your pet’s transition is peaceful and entirely surrounded by love.
Missy Jenkins, RVT
Owner & Founder
A native of Atlanta, Missy moved to Colorado Springs in 2004 and immediately fell in love with the community’s deep respect for animals. An experienced Registered Veterinary Technician since 1996, her career spans extensive work in both general day practices and emergency room settings, including founding a dedicated canine and feline blood bank that served local pets for 12 years. After experiencing the profound comfort of saying goodbye to her own beloved pet in the quiet surroundings of her home, she felt called to specialize in end-of-life care. Missy worked alongside the practice's founder, Dr. Jodi Freifeld, before purchasing Peaceful Partings in June of 2009.
Under Missy's dedicated local ownership, Peaceful Partings has provided compassionate, dignified support to over 7,000 families during their moments of loss. Missy still handles the heartbeat of the practice—managing day-to-day operations, answering phone calls, and personally supporting families through home appointments and the return of their loved ones. Outside of the office, Missy finds her own comfort in nature alongside her dogs, enjoying CrossFit, skiing, paddle boarding, and hiking across the beautiful Colorado landscape.
Dr. Novosad
Veterinarian
Throughout her career, Dr. Novosad has been dedicated to helping families navigate their pets' transitions with dignity and grace. She has been a pillar of the Peaceful Partings team since 2010, while also dedicating her time as a relief doctor supporting local veterinary clinics across the community.
Outside of her practice, she frequently travels to dog shows across the country. Passionate about empowering pet parents, she also created and nationally distributes a specialized pet first aid kit designed to help owners manage minor emergencies at home.
Dr. Curtis
Veterinarian
Throughout her extensive career working in day practices along the Front Range, Dr. Curtis has helped countless families shepherd their beloved companions over the Rainbow Bridge. She deeply understands the vital importance of comfort during this time and joined Peaceful Partings in 2014 to bring specialized peace and care to pets in the comfort of their own homes.
Having moved to Colorado nearly 30 years ago, she fell in love with the state and is an avid cross-country skier. When she isn't enjoying the outdoors, she dedicates her time to raising, showing, and competing with her prize Newfoundland dogs.
Dr. Meyers
Veterinarian
A Colorado native, Dr. Meyer has spent nearly a decade in Colorado Springs general practice. She deeply understands the heavy loss that comes at the end of life and joined Peaceful Partings in November 2025 to ensure gentle, dignified transitions. She finds profound fulfillment in bringing compassionate care and lasting peace directly into the familiar comfort of families' homes.
Outside of practice, she loves hiking and backpacking across Colorado with her husband, children, and dogs. An avid traveler, she enjoys exploring diverse regions with her family, always returning with memorable stories of unique landscapes and wildlife encounters.
Dr. McVey-Baker
Veterinarian
Dr. McVey-Baker has been helping companions in Colorado Springs since the early 2000s and proudly calls the area home. Having worked with a diverse range of species throughout her career, she deeply understands the heavy emotional toll that losing a beloved pet takes on a family. She feels incredibly honored to guide families through this final transition, bringing comfort and gentle care to their homes.
When she is not working, she loves immersing herself in the Colorado outdoors with her husband and children. Whether exploring local trails or enjoying the scenery, she cherishes spending quality time with her family in the beautiful mountain landscape she calls home.