About the author

Mia Thompson is a lifelong animal enthusiast and a proud pet parent based in Christchurch. While she isn't a veterinarian, Mia has spent years navigating the New Zealand pet care landscape, from finding reliable emergency clinics during weekend road trips across the South Island, to comparing local pet insurance options.
As a dedicated pet blogger, Mia strictly leaves the medical advice to the professionals. Instead, she focuses on sharing practical lifestyle tips, real-life experiences, and community insights. Her mission is to do the heavy lifting in researching local directories so that fellow Kiwi pet owners can easily connect with the right veterinary experts in Aotearoa.

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Professional background

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, University of Canterbury