Mary Hope Kramer Executive Office Manager/Animal Industry Writer Lexington, Kentucky Education Berry College Expertise Animal Industry Professional Writing Horses Introduction Animal industry professional who spent several years working with Thoroughbred horses and a major racing syndicate15+ years of professional writing experienceWas also named top student in the Kentucky Equine Management Internship and completed the Summer Experience in Equine Management at the William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute in Chazy, New York Experience Mary Hope Kramer has extensive experience in animal-related careers. She worked as a small animal veterinary assistant during college. After graduating, she moved into the equine industry, accumulating an extensive equine background that includes several years working for top Thoroughbred nurseries such as Shadwell and Juddmonte Farms, as well as an administrative position with a major racing syndicate. LiveAbout and Dotdash Meredith LiveAbout, a Dotdash Meredith brand, is a reference site focused on entertainment, activities, and hobbies. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines. Read more from Mary Hope Kramer What Is a Farrier? What Is a Zoo Veterinary Technician? Top 10 Reasons to Become a Vet Tech Poultry Internships—Career Training How to Get a Job in the Thoroughbred Industry Making a Living as an Animal Writer Top Reasons to Become a Dog Trainer Equine Career Opportunities Animal Health Careers Mobile Veterinary Clinics and How to Start One The Pros and Cons of Being a Veterinary Technician Feline Veterinarian How to Get a Job at the Zoo Essential Skills for Working with Horses What Does an Animal Sales Representative Do? Beekeeper Career Profile and Job Outlook Detection Dog Handler Job Overview How to Start a Pet Photography Business Top-Paying Animal Health Careers Safety Tips for Working With Animals Pre-Veterinary Internships for Aspiring Vets Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian Kennel Attendant How to Become a Sheep Farmer