Talia Reyes

Talia Reyes is a senior staff writer whose professional journey began in animal rescue shelters and community outreach programs. With a degree in Journalism and Animal Welfare Advocacy from Colorado State University, she built her career at the intersection of storytelling and service, chronicling the challenges and triumphs of rescue work with empathy and precision. Before joining Essential Pet Guide, she spent over a decade documenting the lives of animals in transition—from overcrowded shelters to forever homes.

Talia specializes in topics surrounding animal welfare, rescue, and the emotional depth of the human-animal bond. Her investigative features often spotlight overlooked issues such as adoption inequities, foster burnout, and the long-term needs of senior pets. She brings a grounded, human touch to her writing, connecting readers to stories that are equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful.

Talia lives in Santa Fe with her tripod shepherd mix, Rico, and two adopted guinea pigs named Mango and Mochi. When not reporting, she serves on the board of a regional rescue coalition and facilitates storytelling workshops for animal care workers. Her work at Essential Pet Guide reflects a deep belief that every pet has a story—and every story deserves to be told with dignity.