John takes his love of animals seriously. He chose UVM based on its rigorous pre-veterinary track undergraduate major. While here, he also pursued a love for riding horses, and has ranked among the best intercollegiate riders in the country. In Dr. Betsy Greene, John has found an academic advisor who guides his veterinary school track as well as his riding endeavours: "I don't think I could have found a better person to help guide me through college. She's been great — just a great friend."