Melanie Jansen

A graduate of The University of Chicago, Melanie worked in academia and finance for many years before joining the companion animal community. She believes that a good education fosters compassion, informed advocacy, and a deeper understanding of animals as they really are. She is passionate about effective communication, and in addition to her freelance writing and editing gigs she has a burgeoning career as an instructional designer. Melanie lives in Chicago with her overlords—a flock of super-smart companion parrots and a Chi-Puggle mix named Hattie.

About Melanie Jansen

A graduate of The University of Chicago, Melanie worked in academia and finance for many years before joining the companion animal community. She believes that a good education fosters compassion, informed advocacy, and a deeper understanding of animals as they really are.  She is passionate about effective communication, and in addition to her freelance writing and editing  gigs she has a burgeoning career as an instructional designer. Melanie lives in Chicago with her overlordsa flock of super-smart companion parrots and a Chi-Puggle mix named Hattie.