What she wanted to be when she grew up
“From doctoring our family cat’s wounds from a wild animal attack to making oatmeal daily to feed my childhood hamster with missing teeth, I’ve always loved animals and knew I wanted to be a veterinarian.”

How she ended up here
While pursuing her bachelor’s degree in biology, Angela started calling veterinary hospitals in the phone book until she found one that would hire her for the summer, so she could decide whether she really wanted to be a veterinarian. She worked there for two summers before starting veterinary school and earned her DVM from Ohio State University in 2003. After working as an associate for two years, Angela joined Bradford School as the veterinary technician program director, building the program from the ground up. In 2018, Angela was the second freelance writer to join Rumpus Writing and Editing. When Bradford School closed in 2020, she became Rumpus’s full-time chief operations officer. She purchased Rumpus from Sarah in December 2025 and is now the owner and chief executive officer.

Why she loves veterinary medicine
“I love the medical aspect of veterinary medicine. I love understanding the body’s anatomy and physiology and how pharmacology has been developed to manipulate it to treat disease. There’s also nothing like saving a pet’s life!”

Why she loves writing
“I wrote my first “book” at age 5 and have been writing ever since. I always felt like I wouldn’t truly be successful until I was a published author. Fortunately, I’ve had many opportunities to be published in print and online.”

Who her furry family members are

• Yogi (the Chihuahua-mix rescue who converted Angela from a big-dog lover into a small-dog champion for life)
• Loretta (the Chihuahua Angela and her husband, Matt, drove to New York to adopt, and who quickly became infatuated with Matt!)

What might surprise you about her
“I love cheesy horror movies, especially if they are about sharks or other animals, like giant snakes, gators, or piranhas.”

What she wanted to be when she grew up
“I grew up on a farm in central Mississippi. We had an array of animals, and I always knew that taking care of them was my job. I never considered any other profession than veterinary medicine.”

How she ended up here
Jenny completed undergraduate and veterinary school at Mississippi State University, and then went on to an equine medicine and surgery internship at Louisiana State University. She next landed in Northern Virginia, where she practiced as an equine ambulatory veterinarian for 16 years. After deciding to leave practice in search of more creative pursuits, Jenny joined Rumpus as a full-time writer in April 2021.

Why she loves veterinary medicine
“There are so many interesting aspects to veterinary medicine! It merges science with ministering to all kinds of special creatures. The many differences between various unique species are truly fascinating, and I find the ability to help these animals live a healthy and happy life fulfilling.”

Why she loves writing
“Words are extremely versatile. They can evoke everything from laughter to tears. They can convey information, love, hate, and compassion. To be able to craft words in the right way to deliver the intended message is very powerful.”

Who her fuzzy family members are

What might surprise you about her
She has a little obsession with Italy and has been trying to learn Italian—albeit not very successfully—during the past year.

What she wanted to be when she grew up
“I was obsessed with animals and wanted to be a veterinarian, marine biologist, or animal trainer.”

How she ended up here
Elizabeth made it halfway through a kinesiology degree before deciding that animals and the environment were her true passion. She switched gears, earned a bachelor’s degree in biology in 2008, and decided to test the waters in veterinary medicine. After only a few months working as a veterinary assistant, she applied to veterinary technician school and graduated from Purdue University’s program as a Certified Veterinary Technician in 2010. Elizabeth always enjoyed reading and journaling, and writing came easily to her. Looking for a way to beat burnout and take her veterinary career in a new direction, she jumped at the opportunity to join Rumpus in 2021.

Why she loves veterinary medicine
“I love helping to put together the puzzle pieces and diagnose an animal’s problem, and I am a self-professed science nerd—I truly enjoy learning how bodies work, why things go wrong, and how we can innovate to fix them.”

Why she loves writing
“I’m a very fact and science-oriented person, but writing taps into my creative side and lets me use my brain differently—I’ve always been able to craft a thought on paper in a way I could never convey otherwise. Reading is how I learn and absorb, and writing is the other side of that.” 

Who her furry family members are17

What might surprise you about her
“I have an unhealthy desire for Taco Bell all the time. It’s a problem.”

What she wanted to be when she grew up

“I was never very good at picking just one dream. I’d wake up wanting to be a wildlife veterinarian, but change my ambition to being an elementary school teacher by lunch, and to being an artist or writer the next day. There was even a brief time when I truly thought I’d be the first female President of the United States. I didn’t realize until I was older that most of my aspirations had one thing in common: helping others.”

How she ended up here

Animals have always been a major part of Hunner’s life. After high school, she enrolled at the Vet Tech Institute at Bradford School, graduated in 2019, and became a registered veterinary technician. (Fun fact: Angela was Hunner’s instructor in vet tech school!)

Hunner spent four years in general practice before stepping away to raise her growing family. During her time as a stay-at-home mom, she leaned into another lifelong passion: writing. What began as a creative outlet eventually became a career of its own. Today, she is the author of three self-published novels and two novellas.

In 2026, Angela reached out to Hunner to see if she would be interested in writing for Rumpus. It was a good fit, and she’s a great part of the team!

Why she loves veterinary medicine

“I love being part of the moments that matter: helping a sick pet feel better, watching a puppy or kitten grow up, or giving a senior pet a little more quality time. There is something deeply fulfilling about knowing you’ve made a difficult day easier for someone. When a client remembers my name or tells me that I made a difference, it reminds me exactly why I chose this profession. It truly feels like my calling.”

Why she loves writing

“Writing has been a constant throughout every chapter of my life. I started writing as a child, returned to it as a teenager searching for new worlds, and found it again as a new mother navigating one of the biggest transitions of my life. Whenever my world has felt small, or my emotions have felt overwhelming, writing has helped me make sense of things. It allows me to create, connect, and share experiences in a way nothing else can.”

Who her furry family members are

Keanu “Go-Go”  (the spunky little gray and white tabby cat Hunner bottle-fed as a kitten, only for the fetch-playing, stair-tripping, cuddly menace to prefer her kids)

What might surprise you about her

“I’m highly competitive when it comes to video games. Whether it’s Valorant, League of Legends, or another battle royale-style game, I love teaming up with friends and my fiancé. Veterinary medicine and writing may be my careers, but gaming is one of my favorite ways to unwind.”

What she wanted to be when she grew up
“What didn’t I want to be? Journalist, veterinarian, background singer for Eric Clapton…”

How she ended up here
Sarah earned her bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Colorado. She has been a veterinary writer and editor since 2011, when she was hired as a copywriter for the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Sarah started Rumpus Writing and Editing in 2016.

Why she loves veterinary medicine
“Veterinary medicine is a profession full of people working toward the same goal: improving the lives of animals and the people who care for them. And, there are so many ways to contribute toward that goal, whether you decide to work in practice or you decide to support the profession in another capacity. The possibilities are endless.”

Why she loves writing
“Words are truly powerful, and I love that we can make a difference for pets, pet owners, and veterinary professionals through words. I also love interviewing people for editorial articles. I grow so much from hearing their stories and perspectives.”

Who her furry family members are

What might surprise you about her
“I lost more than 110 pounds in 2003 and have successfully kept it off.”