My Journey

Dedicated exotic animal keeper and breeder, passionate about education, conservation, and responsible care. From scales to silk, I love learning about, caring for, and sharing the beauty of creatures most people overlook or misunderstand.

Hi! I’m the breeder behind Willow’s Jumpers, and my journey began with a simple moment of curiosity: the day I found my very first jumping spider. She was wild caught, and while I never judge anyone for beginning the same way, as many of us do, that moment sparked something much bigger. It opened my eyes to how fascinating, intelligent, and adorable these tiny creatures truly are.

As my love for jumping spiders grew, so did my desire to make this hobby more accessible and affordable. I want others to experience the joy of keeping these wonderful animals without feeling pressured to remove them from the wild, unless it is done responsibly to introduce healthy and diverse bloodlines. My goal is to provide a welcoming, judgment free space where both new keepers and experienced hobbyists feel comfortable learning and asking questions.

Willow’s Jumpers is truly a one person operation. I am responsible for breeding, housing, feeding, caring for, photographing, preparing, packing, and shipping every animal. I answer every message, maintain my website, and handle every other part of running this small business.

Outside of Willow’s Jumpers, I am a single mom to three wonderful boys, two of whom have special needs. I manage my business, my children’s needs, and our life at home entirely on my own. Balancing everything can sometimes be challenging, but this business and the animals I raise bring so much light, peace, and happiness into our home. It has been incredibly rewarding to watch my children share in this passion and to see my small business grow around something I genuinely love.

I do my very best to respond to everyone as quickly as possible, but please allow up to 72 hours for a response, especially during busy shipping days. Your patience and understanding allow me to give every animal the proper care and attention while also being present for my children.

Through ethical breeding, responsible care, and education, I hope to help otihers experience the same happiness and wonder these incredible animals have brought into my life.

Thank you for supporting my family, my passion, my small business, and every amazing little critter in my care. Your kindness, patience, and support mean more to us than you know. 💚