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Lara Girsko

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About

As a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with a wealth of experience in animal welfare, she possess a keen interest in feline medicine and has set her sights on obtaining an ABVP-Feline specialty board certification. She is an active member of several local veterinary associations, and devotes her free time reading up on the latest animal-related scientific journals and studies.

Experience

Lara has been working in the veterinary field since 2001. She has over 22 years of experience dealing with all types of animals. Starting out as a pet walker, then a volunteer at a pet clinic. Lara set her sights on acquiring a veterinary degree, which she did in early 2005. She then worked as a Veterinary assistant, emergency room veterinarian, associate veterinarian before opening her own clinic. She is currently retired working from home as a self employed veterinary consultant as well as writing and editing her blog - ThePetStaff.

Education

Lara graduated in early 2005 with a veterinary degree from the University of California Davis with a Bachelors of Science degree in animal science.  


Posts by Lara Girsko

Black German Wirehaired Pointer Dog

German Wirehaired Pointer Dog: Everything You Need To Know About The Breed

Cat Dandruff 101: Everything You Need To Know For A Fluffier, Happier Kitty

Cat Dandruff 101: Everything You Need To Know For A Fluffier, Happier Kitty

Cat Stung By Bee

SOS – What To Do If Your Cat Stung By A Bee

How To Get Rid Of Cat Pee Smell: Cloth, Carpet And More

How To Get Rid Of Cat Pee Smell: Cloth, Carpet And More

Parrotfish Care 101: A Comprehensive Guide For Aquarists

Parrotfish Care 101: A Comprehensive Guide For Aquarists

Cat Pooping Outside Litter Box: Cause And How To Address It

Cat Pooping Outside Litter Box: Cause And How To Address It

How To Keep Cats Off Counters- 11 Tips And Tricks Cat Parents Needs To Know

How To Keep Cats Off Counters- 11 Tips And Tricks Cat Parents Needs To Know

cat peeing outside the litter box

Cat Peeing Outside Litter Box: Cause And How To Address It

A Comprehensive Japanese Spitz Dog Breed Guide

A Comprehensive Japanese Spitz Dog Breed Guide

Can Dogs Eat Spinach? All You Need To Know!

Can Dogs Eat Spinach? All You Need To Know!

Tiny white teacup Chihuahua sits inside a decorative ceramic cup with a heart-shaped design, peeking over the rim with wide, shiny eyes and oversized ears.

Teacup Chihuahua 101: Everything You Need To Know About These Tiny Pups

The Ultimate Oranda Goldfish Care Guide: Everything You Need To Know

The Ultimate Oranda Goldfish Care Guide: Everything You Need To Know

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