About the Author
Marianne has been in veterinary medicine since 1995 and has been a licensed RVT since 1999. She previously worked in a small animal/exotics practice before moving into zoo medicine at the San Diego Zoo in 2005. In 2014, She earned her VTS in zoo medicine. Marianne has been fortunate in her zoo career to have traveled to Australia, South Africa, and Hawaii to work in conservation projects with endangered species. She is an active member of NAVTA, AZVT, AVZMT, and the San Diego County Veterinary Medical Association. Marianne spends her free time with her biggest supporter, her husband, along with the variety of animals that share their home. She enjoys spending time outdoors, running, hiking with her dogs, and gardening.