A 1992 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Cunningham practiced in Spring and Needville before opening her own small animal practice, Paws, Claws, & All in Missouri City in 1994.

Dr. Cunningham is member of the Texas Academy of Veterinary Practitioners, a group requiring a yearly minimum of 50 continuous education hours. Other professional memberships include Texas Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, Harris County Veterinary Medical Association, International Veterinary Information Society, Veterinary Information Service, and the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior.

Paws, Claws, & All Animal Hospital and Dr. Cunningham were voted "Best Veterinarian/Veterinary Hospital" in Fort Bend County in 2005 and 2008. Dr. Cunningham maintains her accreditation status, which now requires additional continuous education and certifications.

Her hobbies include flying her Micco taildragger, motorcycling, reading, fishing, plinking, and running.