Jennifer Coates, DVM

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Dr. Jennifer Coates has been a writer, editor and consultant on all things related to veterinary medicine and the well-being of our animal friends for 20 years. She started her career working in the fields of conservation and animal welfare before pursuing her childhood dream—becoming a veterinarian. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys life in Colorado with her family and friends, many of whom walk on four legs.

Education

Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Graduated with honors, 1999.
McGill University in Montreal, Bachelor of Science degree in biology, Quebec, Canada, Graduated 1992.

Experience

Veterinarian for Home to Heaven, providing end-of-life care to pets, Ft. Collins, CO, 2008-2014.
Veterinarian at Spring Creek Animal Hospital in Jackson, WY, 2004-2008.
Chief of Staff at Healthy Pet in Petersburg, VA, 2003-2004
Veterinarian at Petersburg Animal Hospital, Petersburg, VA, 1999-2003
Published several short stories and books, including the “Dictionary of Veterinary Terms: Vet-Speak Deciphered for the Non-Veterinarian”