Dr. Wright grew up in New Jersey watching her mother rescue wild animals among the menagerie of their pet dogs and cats. Exposure to so many critters (insects, small mammals, birds, snakes, lizards and of course, dogs and cats) kindled her interest in animal care throughout life. Her horse became the main focus during junior high and high school as she trained and showed in 3-day eventing. That passion took her through her first year at a private college in Virginia, studying horsemanship and business. She then transferred to Old Dominion University and finished with a biology degree in 1991. Many interests were investigated (including ecology and entomology), but her long-term career with animals began with her first job at a veterinary hospital in South Carolina.
From there, she quit to start a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation organization, seeing a profound need in that community. The success of that organization was instrumental later in life. The seed was planted to be the vet during that project (instead of just working for one). After moving to Oregon in 1995, she temporarily worked at the local humane society in Corvallis for 2 ½ years. From there she began vet school in 1997 at Oregon State University.
Animals have always been a huge part of her life – she has rescued many puppies, kittens, adult dogs and cats, passing through her home and heart before moving on. Pocket pets and ferrets hold a special place for various reasons. Her practice as a holistic vet is currently limited to dogs and cats while her knowledge base is expanding, but will likely include all (4-legged) animals in the future.