Meet the Editorial Team
Writers
Dr. Sarah-Jane Molier, BVM&S, BSc, MRCVS
Dr. Sarah-Jane Molier, BVM&S, BSc, MRCVS is a veterinarian surgeon with 15+ years of experience in private GP practice, emergency work, charity work, telemedicine and managerial roles. She resides in the countryside with her family, 2 gerbils, and elderly labrador, Nero.
Dr. Lizzie Youens, BSc (Hons), BVSc, MRCVS
Dr. Lizzie Youens, BSc (Hons), BVSc, MRCVS has degrees in Veterinary Science, Veterinary Medicine, and Animal Behaviour & Welfare. She has 10+ years of experience holding a variety of roles from rural branch surgeries to large hospitals. Lizzie lives in the Forest of Dean with her family and two rescue cats.
Laura Mueller
Laura Mueller is a professional writer with nearly a decade specializing in animal welfare, healthcare, and lifestyle. As the former editor-in-chief of Tails Pet Magazine, she focused on deep dives in animal rescue and pets as part of the family. She is a strong believer in the healing powers of animal companionship.
Miriam Fields-Babineau
Miriam Fields-Babineau is a world-class pet professional. She has 41+ years of experience as an animal trainer, authored 48 pet books, spent 15+ years writing news columns, guest speaking at pet expos, radio, and TV. She resides on a mountain farm pet resort in Virginia with her family, beloved horses, cats, and other animals.
Jackie Brown
Pet expert Jackie Brown has 25+ years in animal care and pet health industry and 8+ years working in veterinary hospitals. She’s a contributor at National Geographic, Cats.com, Spruce Pets and former editor of numerous pet magazines. She resides in Southern California with her husband and two sons.
Reviewers
Meet Our Legal Experts
Meet Our Mental Health Experts
Geralyn Dexter, PhD, LMHC
Geralyn Dexter, PhD, LMHC, is a clinician, mental health writer, and content reviewer with 10+ years of experience. She has a PhD in Psychology from Northcentral University, a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Florida.
Dr. Cole Timonere, PhD, JD, LMHC, LPCC
Dr. Cole Timonere, PhD, JD, LMHC, LPCC, is a behavioral health executive and former attorney with experience in clinical practice, healthcare operations, research, and data analysis. He has led program development, compliance, and performance improvement across behavioral health settings.
Andrea Brant, LMHC
Andrea Brant is a licensed clinical mental health counselor. She has 10+ years clinical experience focusing on helping those experiencing anxiety, relationship concerns, and life transitions. She also runs a dog rescue and enjoys spending time with her 4 dogs.
Meet our Animal Experts
Sarah Crothers, CCDT
Sarah Crothers, CCDT, is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant with 15+ years in dog training, animal welfare, and humane education. As a service dog handler, she educates others on service dogs, ESAs, and disability advocacy. She lives with her two German Shepherds, Siberian Husky mix, and cats.
Dr. Sarah-Jane Molier, BVM&S, BSc, MRCVS
Dr. Sarah-Jane Molier, BVM&S, BSc, MRCVS is a veterinarian surgeon with 15+ years of experience in private GP practice, emergency work, charity work, telemedicine and managerial roles. She resides in the countryside with her family, 2 gerbils, and elderly labrador, Nero.
Dr. Lizzie Youens, BSc (Hons), BVSc, MRCVS
Dr. Lizzie Youens, BSc (Hons), BVSc, MRCVS has degrees in Veterinary Science, Veterinary Medicine, and Animal Behaviour & Welfare. She has 10+ years of experience holding a variety of roles from rural branch surgeries to large hospitals. Lizzie lives in the Forest of Dean with her family and two rescue cats.
Devene Godau, CPDT-KA
Devene Godau, CPDT-KA, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with 25+ years of experience. She specializes in force-free training, puppy development, enrichment, scent detection, dog sports, and canine confidence, with writings published in Walk About Magazine and APDT.