Animal Media Foundation is written and edited by a small team that loves animals and cares about getting the facts right. Every article is researched from reputable sources, written by a real person, and reviewed before it’s published.

We are writers and editors, not a substitute for professional advice. For a health or safety decision about a specific animal, please consult a licensed veterinarian. See our editorial guidelines for how we research and correct our work.

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Rachel Thompson

Managing Editor

Rachel plans our editorial calendar and reviews articles before they go live, focusing on clarity, accuracy, and a friendly tone.

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Marcus Chen

Wildlife & Conservation Writer

Marcus writes about wild animals, habitats, and conservation, turning research and reputable reporting into readable stories.

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Michelle Santos

Pets & Companion Animals Writer

Michelle covers cats, dogs, and small pets — care guides, behavior explainers, and the everyday questions owners ask.

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James Okonkwo

Science & Research Writer

James translates studies and expert sources into plain-English facts, and flags when scientists are still uncertain.

How we research our articles