Blooming Buddies Team

Founder & Secretary of the Board
For the last decade, Anna has devoted her life to caring for dogs. She began her career in the pet care industry at boarding facilities and doggy daycares, experiences that inspired her to create Bubba's Pet Care, her own pet sitting and dog walking service. Anna spends her days outdoors, learning and playing alongside her beloved canine companions. In 2017, Anna volunteered at a farm animal sanctuary, where she connected deeply with the pigs. That bond sparked the idea for a specialized sanctuary—and the Blooming Buddies team was born. She looks forward to creating a safe, loving space for her true love (pigs), while maintaining her cherished relationships with her first love (dogs).

Founder & President of the Board
Amy is an Equine Professional at Triquestrian, where she shares her lifelong love of horses every day. She has spent many years supporting organizations dedicated to improving the lives of animals, and she brings that same passion and care to Blooming Buddies Sanctuary. Working with animals—and the people who love them—is truly where Amy feels most at home.

DVM, CVH, CVA, CVCH, CVSMT • Consulting Veterinarian
Dr. Jody Bearman has been a licensed veterinarian for more than 30 years and now owns AnShen Holistic Veterinary Care, where she provides integrative and holistic veterinary services. Her expertise and compassionate approach make her an invaluable resource for Blooming Buddies Sanctuary.

Treasurer of the Board
Amber rescued two rabbits over a decade ago, which inspired her to go vegan and start working with rescued farm animals. Since then, she has volunteere,dto careg for a variety of rescued animals at organizations all over the country. Amber currently works in accounting and spends her free time with her rabbit, Willow. 

Pig Health & Behavior Consultant
Rachel provides essential expertise in pig behavior, enrichment, and overall well-being. Her guidance helps the sanctuary create an environment where pigs can thrive emotionally and physically. By supporting individualized care plans and humane handling practices, she ensures that each pig receives compassionate, informed, and species-appropriate support.

Transportation Specialist
Bob plays an indispensable role in safely transporting animals to and from the sanctuary. Whether it’s rescue missions, veterinary visits, or relocations, his experience ensures that animals travel with minimal stress and maximum care. His work is vital to the sanctuary’s ability to respond quickly and compassionately to animals in need.