Dr. Jessica Gu is originally from Toronto, Ontario. After obtaining her BSc in biology from the University of Guelph, she studied veterinary medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College. Jessica has a special interest in wildlife and exotic species. She has traveled to Thailand, Taiwan, and Calgary to work with various wildlife and zoo animals. She also used to volunteer with an educational program working with raptors through the University of Guelph. After graduation, Jessica completed a rotating small animal internship at 404 Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital in Ontario.

Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, pottery, painting, water activities, and hanging out with her dog and cat. She is also fluent in conversational Mandarin.