Cathy Barnette, DVM

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Cathy Barnette is a veterinarian and freelance writer based in Punta Gorda, FL. Cathy creates educational content for pet owners and veterinary team members. She is passionate about making complex medical information accessible to pet owners, allowing them to partner with their veterinarians to make informed decisions about their pets’ health. In addition to her human family members, she shares her home with one dog, two cats, and a dove.

Education

• University of Florida, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduated May 2006
• University of Florida,  Bachelor of Science (BS) in zoology, graduated Aug 2000

Experience

• Veterinary Medical Writer, 2015 to present
• Associate Veterinarian, Banfield Pet Hospital, 2015 – 2020
• Associate Veterinarian, Lenoir Veterinary Hospital, 2017 – 2018
• Adjunct Instructor, Biology, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Jan 2017 – May 2017.

Affiliations

• Member, American Veterinary Medical Association
• Member, American Medical Writers Association
• Volunteer for Audubon of Florida and Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, monitoring bald eagles and horseshoe crabs.

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