I am from Silver Spring, Maryland. I started out as a wildlife biologist working mostly with waterfowl, but I have always had a passion for companion animals as well. I have treated all sorts of critters, from bald eagles to bobcats and penguins. Time and time again, I have witnessed the incredible gift of the human-animal bond. My goal is to give back to the animal community that has brought us so much joy, loyalty, and companionship. I have two dogs named Daisy and Naga, brother cats named Chester and Boba Cheddah, and a bearded dragon named Gizmo. My favorite food is Maryland blue crab cakes, and my hobbies are hiking/backpacking with my dogs, traveling, and yoga.