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Short Biographies
Silvia Abarrategui is a freelance writer and a consultant in the hospitality industry. Silvia and husband Federico reside in Miami Dade County with their menagerie of pets.
Marcia Abreu is an instructor with C & P Educational Services Corporation Providers of Pet First Aid Training. She can be reached at 954-450-3755 or by fax at 954-436-6862. You can visit the website at WWW.PETSFIRSTAID.COM
Timothy A. Allen, D.V.M., Diplomate A.C.V.I.M. Dr. Allen completed and in internship and medical residency at the Animal Medical Center in New York City after receiving his D.V.M. in 1972. He then served two years as Research Associate in the Laboratory of Medical Biochemistry at the Rockefeller University, New York City. Dr. Allen was in private veterinary practice for four years and then a faculty member at Colorado State University for eight years before joining Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. in 1988. Dr. Allen is board certified in Veterinary Internal Medicine. He is an expert in nephrology and urology. He has authored or co-authored over 90 research publications. Dr. Allen is an affiliate faculty member at Colorado State University and an adjunct professor at Kansas State University.
Deb Anderson, D.V.M., is the Director of Veterinary Services at the Wildlife Care Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and a veterinarian for both Flamingo Gardens, Fla., and the Humane Society of Broward County, Fla. Dr. Anderson went to the University of Maryland and the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. She is the member of numerous wildlife associations and has three cats, three dogs and an African Grey.
Dr. Susan B. Anderson, Diplomate, is a member of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Certified in Canine and Feline Practice, Anderson practices and teaches at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville, Fla.
Thomas Anderson, D.V.M. is a graduate of Auburn University. He owns and practices at Sabal Chase Animal Clinic near the Kendall campus of Miami Dade Community College, in the Shoppes of Sabal Chase, at 10710 SW 113th Place, Miami, Florida 33176. He does volunteer work at Adopt-A-Pet, and is a member of the South Florida and American Veterinary Medical Association. He can be reached at (305) 595-1450.
Jan Bellows, D.V.M. is one of fifty board-certified veterinary dentists worldwide and the only one in South Florida. His office, All Pets Dental Clinic, is located at 17100 Arvida Parkway, Weston, Fla. 33326. Telephone : 954-349-5800. For more information contact Dr. Bellows by e-mail at Dentalvet@aol.com or visit www.dentalvet.com.
Jane Bicks, D.V.M. has been a veterinarian for almost twenty years, and is now a resident of Florida. She is the author of two books, and has her own program on National TV. Dr. Jane believes that the secret to a long and happy relationship with our pets depends on a "Holistic" approach to animal care. All questions will be answered using conventional medicine along with alternative medicine which includes herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture, excersise, aromatic therapy and behavioral modification. Dr. Jane Bicks can be reached at (561) 775-9253.
Jane Burren is a freelance writer and cat lover based in Melbourne, Australia. Over the past 30 years, Jane has been involved with cats of all shapes, sizes, and illnesses, and is renowned at her local vet clinic for falling in love at first sight with each and every cat she meets. She can be contacted at jane@burren.cx.
Susan M. Carastro, D.V.M., M.S., Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, practices at the following locations: Animal Eye Specialty Clinic, 372 S. Power Line Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 tel: (954) 421-5099; 3421 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406, tel: (561) 967-5966; and at 2399 S. Kanner Hwy, Stuart, FL 34994, tel: (561) 220-8485.
Sarah Carey is the public relations director of the University of Florida School of Veterinary Medicine. She can be reached at (352) 392-4700 , ext. 5206.
Mary Carter is an aluma of the University of Florida where she graduated as "Outstanding female Leader" of her class. An illness forcedd her into early retirement from her career as a planner and advocate for eler citizens. She specialized in disaster prepareness for senior and had a paticular interest in the provisions made for pets in the event of a hurricane or other isaster. She has served as a volunteer for the Pet Loss Hotline at the College of Veterinary Medicine. She writes from her home near Gainsville where she resides with her husband and two house cats.
John N. Case, Jr., D.V.M. is the owner of a small animal practice The Clinic for Animals located at . 5201 N. State Road, Tamarac, Florida. 33319, Tel: (954)739-4500 e-mail Jcase74683@aol.com. NOTE: By May 1, 2001, we expect to relocate to our new clinic at 5462 N. University Drive, Lauderhill, FL 33351-5006, tel: (954) 749-0551 and fax (954) 749-5462. The e-mail address will remain the same.
Sandra Cassalia, a resident of Florida, has devoted the last nine years to creating and improving upon this new breed of cats. For more information about this exciting new breed, you may contact her at (954) 966-0406.
Hector Castaner took his bachelor's degree after studying sociology and psychology. He has worked as a therapist-counselor for the past 18 years, is the creator of "Feline Professional Services" and the author of Buster's Hollywood Cat Training program. His career are certified therapy animals that have been awarded the prestigious Delta Society "1997 Beyond Limits for Therapy Animals of the Year" award.
Reggie R. Cox, D.V.M. is a graduate of the University of Missouri, Columbia,. co-owns and practices at Prime Care Animal Hospital, a small animal practice located at 750 Route 3 South, Suite 12, Gambrills, MD 21054, 410-923-7387 Fax: 410-923-3630
Bernadine Cruz, D.V.M., is an associate veterinarian at Laguna Hills Animal Hospital in Laguna Hills, Calif. She specializes in small-animal medicine and has been practicing veterinary medicine for more than 16 years. She also serves as a volunteer veterinarian for a number of organizations and has done veterinary consulting for national television programs.
Joseph R. Demers, D.V.M. is a certified Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a graduate of Texas A & M. He has been in private practice for twenty-three years (conventional and holistic), and is a certified Acupuncturist and Homeopath who has studied Advanced Veterinary Chinese Herbal Medicine and Masters of Homeopathy. Dr.Demers is the owner of Holistic Animal Clinic, a practice devoted 100% to Holistic Medicine. He can be reached at (407) 752-0140.
Katherine Dodds, D.V.M., primarily a feline practitioner, practices at Hammocks Veterinary Hospital in Kendall (a suburb of Miami, Florida). She is graduate of the University of Florida and affiliate of the American Association of Feline Pratitioners. She can be reached at 305 388 0880.
José Feneque, D.V.M. practices as associate veterinarian at Crossroads Animal Hospital and Kenwest Animal Clinic in Miami, Florida. A University of Georgia graduate, he is the director of the Nanomedicine Forum for the Nanocomputer Dream Team (www.nanocomputer.org). He can be reached at (305) 279-2000 or via e-mail at fenequedvm@nanocomputer.org.
Robert Ferran D.V.M., a holistic veterinary practitioner in South Miami, has been in practice for 18 years. He is certified in veterinary acupuncture and also graduated as an acupuncture physician. Most of his practice is dedicated to the art of acupuncture and related applications, such as gold bead implants, sports-related injury, rehabilitative acupuncture and laser acupuncture. His practice is located at 8271 South Dixie Hwy., Miami, FL 33143, tel: (305) 662-4202, fax: (305) 662-7973, www.naturalpetdoc.com.
Judith Fish, M.S.W. is a free-lance writer and animal advocate. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. She is currently employed as a School Social Worker with the Broward County Schools.
Steven Fox, M.S., D.V.M., M.B.A., Ph.D., managing technical services veterinarian in the Companion Animal Division of Pfizer Animal Health, is an expert on pain management in companion animals.
Michael J. Freimark, M.D. is a Florida pediatrician and a devoted pet owner. He resides with his wife Rita and his son Ryan in Broward County, Florida.
Ilene Giangreco is the owner of Kitty Kare Pet Sitting Service. She services the Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Boynton Beach areas. She can be reached at (561) 243-3848.
Penny Gilbert, dog owner, behaviorist and trainer has been working professionally with dogs since 1986, specializing in behavior problems. Her background includes hosting seminars on puppy temperament testing, canine mental health and training shelter personnel. She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. She has a boarding and training facility at her home in the Redlands. You can contact Penny at St. Francis Dog Camp (305) 246-3647.
Thomas Goldsmith, D.V.M. practices at Avian and Exotic Medical Center, 12125 S. Dixie Hwy. Miami, Florida 33156 (305) 234-2473.
Gordon & Janet Groene travel extensively with their adopted straight hound mix, Big Red. Their books include 52 Florida Weekends, Florida Under Sail, (Country Roads Press), and Caribbean Guide (Open Road Publishing).
Greg J. Harrison, D.V.M., ABVP, ECAMS is board-certified in avian practice in the United States and Europe. His associate veterinarian is Dr. Gwen Flinchum. The Bird Hospital is in Lake Worth, Fla., and can be reached at 561-964-2121.
Jennifer S. Hew, D.V.M. practices at Hammocks Veterinary Hospital in Kendall, Florida. She is a small-animal practitioner with an interest in feline medicine and surgery and is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners.
Rick Hobson works for the Wolf Education and Research Center (WERC) in Boise, Idaho. For more information on the WERC visit their website at www.wolfcenter.org, or call 1-800-793-WOLF.
Marcie Hoffman is part owner of Jenmars Waterworks, a water company serving Dade & Broward Counties. For more information call (954) 680-6088.
Tamara Hollingsworth is the President of Star Academy for Pet Stylists, Inc. The objective of the school is to raise the standard of pet grooming, and to prevent harm and abuse due to ignorance or lack of training. She has given lecturers and worked with groomers from all over the country. She is a lover of animals of all kinds. Star Academy is located in Stuart, Florida (561) 221-9330.
Michael Holloway is a licensed massage therapist with a special interest in pet health therapy. He practices in South Florida and could be reached at 561-218-DOGS and by e-mail at petmassagerehab@aol.com His website is www.petsrehab.com
Michael Janke and his wife, Wanda, have been ferret lovers since 1986 and currently have three. Janke is the webmaster-host of two ferret related websites: The South Florida Ferret Help Line at www.miamiferret.org and Ferret Health Care at www.miamiferret.org/fhc. He may be reached at mjanke@miamiferret.org.
Deborah Jeans, the author of A practical Guide to Ferret Care, is one of the country's leading experts on ferret health and care. For further information, you may write to the author at P.O. Box 450099, Miami, Florida 33245. A Practical Guide to Ferret Care can be purchased through a bookstore near you such as Borders bookstore or Barnes & Noble.
Brian Kilcommons is a part-time faculty member at the Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. He has more than 25 years' experience with the human-animal bond. He is a master dog trainer and noted author and he educates pet owners about training and behavior modifications. Kilcommons has co-author numerous books with his partner and wife, Sarah Wilson, such as Good owners, Great Dogs; Tales from the Bark Side; Good Owners, Great Cats; and Childproofing Your Dog.
Elliott S. Krakow, D.C., C.V.C.P. resides in Wellington, Fla., with his family and four wonderful dogs. He can be reached at (561) 795-0433 or via e-mail at savapet@aol.com for further information or to schedule an appointment.
Stephanie Kress, is the Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Theiss, Lipner & Co., LLP. She is a graduate of The New York Institute of Technology with a BFA in Design Graphics. She has been with Theiss, Lipner & Co., LLP, since 1995. Stephanie can be contacted in New York at (718 ) 225-7325 or in Miami Beach, Fla., at (305) 535-0950 c/o Marshall Lipner CPA.
Susan Lindsay is a licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator, and a freelance writer. She resides in Lakeland, Florida. This article is part one of a series of articles that relates to Susan Lindsay's life as a Wildlife Rehabilitator.
Steven Mark Logan, Esq., took his B.S. at New Hampshire College and his J.D. at California Western School of Law. He is a former assistant state attorney for Broward County, Florida. Logan has been in private practice since 1988, dealing in criminal defense (except animal abuse), family, pet, and sports law. He can be contacted in Ft. Lauderdale at (954) 522-3902 and in West Palm Beach, Florida at (561) 432-0006. His e-mail is Stevelogan@prodigy.net.
Kathy Peterson is the host and producer of the five episode how-to craft video and television series, Town & Country Crafts with Kathy Peterson. She has produced more than 1,000 videos/TV productions, made 20 national television appearances on HGTV, TNN, and The Discovery Channel and was one of the five finalists in the 1998 Craft Designer of the Year Award. Kathy also writes several craft columns, has published more than 100 craft designs and is an independent Craft Designer and TV spokesperson. Watch Kathy's TV series Town & Country Crafts with Kathy Peterson Sunday's at Noon on GoodLife TV.
For more information call 1-800-717-4156 Visit her website at: www.kathypeterson.comCarlos Puentes is the owner of K-9 Solutions, a dog training company serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties. K-9 Solution, Inc. specializes in behavior modification. Puentes can be reached at (305) 883-7303 or (954) 443-3113.
Allen C. Riggs, D.V.M. practices at Lower Keys Animal Hospital in Key West. He can be reached at (305) 294-6335.
Harry Schwartz, celebrity television chef, cookbook author, father, husband, pet lover, columnist and business man, has appeared on many television shows, such as "The Today Show", "Wake Up America" (America's Talking), and on The TV Food Network. Harry's new cooking program debuted early last November on PBS' "Chef Harry and Friends". Check your public broadcasting listings for times and dates of this show.
Randy Scott is the owner of Canine Connection Author of "Make the Connection: The CANCON Method of Dog Training"
Michael Shaff, V.M.D. owns and practices at The Animal Clinic of Woodmont located at 8295 N. Pine Island Rd in Tamarac, FLA. A University of Pennsylvania graduate, he is also a member of the South Florida Academy of Veterinary Medicine. He can be reached at (954) 726-3647 or by e-mail at acwoodmont@aol.com.
Stephen Sheldon, D.V.M. practices at and owns Hammocks Veterinary Hospital in Miami, Florida. A University of Florida graduate, he is President of the South Florida Veterinary Medical Association, and a member of the Veterinary Cancer Society. He can be reached at (305) 388-0880. Visit his website at http://www.hammocksvet.com/.
Randy Shimkus, D.V.M. is a consulting veterinarian for Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1987 and does relief veterinary work in the Pembroke Pines, Florida area. He is licensed to practice medicine in Illinois, Missouri, and Florida.
Star Smiley, CRS, GRI, is a Realtor at Bowen Realty in Palm Beach County. Her numbers are (561) 588-7423 and (800) 427-4894. Smiley works with pet-friendly Realtors in Broward and Miami-Dade counties.
Dr. Michelle Stengard is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. She practices at Animal Eye Specialty Clinic, 3421 Forest Hill Blvd. West Palm Beach, Fl. 33406, tel: (561) 967-5966.
Sarah Stuart and The Aviation and Cage Society of South Florida. Sarah Stuart is the past President of ACBS South Florida.
Russell Swift, D.V.M. has a holistic house call practice and is available for phone consultations. For more information or a natural feeding recipe, contact Dr. Swift at 877-BE WELL2 or 561-391-5615.
Kareem Tabsch is a freelance writer who specializes in celebrity interviews. He has interviewed celebrities such as Elizabeth Taylor, Bob Hope, Joan Rivers, Julio Iglesias, Barbara Mandrell and others. He writes frequently on animal related issues as well as on the entertainment industry.
Linda White is a Certified Tellington Touch Practitioneer, a Reiki Master and a Puppy Specialist who owns Happy Puppy Kindergarten, Inc. For the past 24 years she has trained and worked with animals on a non-professional level. White can be reached at (954) 473-6525.
Deborah Whiting-Kemmerer, D.V.M. (a.k.a. "Dr. K.") is a 1980 graduate of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been in private practice ever since, and has acquired extensive experience in canine and feline medicine in addition to expanding into ferret medicine and bat conservation. She led a team that performed the first successful pacemaker implantation in a ferret.
Dr. Whiting-Kemmerer practices at West End Animal Hospital, 15318 W. Newberry Road, Newberry, Fla., 32669. Tel: 352-332-4357. You can visit her website at http://www.atlantic.net/~weah/
Matt Zimmerman, Psy,D. is a licensed psychologist in private practice at Feiner & Associates, located at 2291 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL. He provides grief counseling and pet euthanasia counseling on an individual basis, and volunteers at The Broward County Humane Society facilitating Pet Loss and Grieving Support Groups. He can be reached at (954) 962-3855.
Other Contributers & Credits
The American Humane Association is a national leader in identifying and preventing the causes of child and animal abuse and neglect, and provides advocacy, training, research, technical assistance and other service in the area of child and animal protection. Its national constituency is both agencies and individuals. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, AHA has regional offices in Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.
The Cherry Pop Foundation is a non-profit organization which donates 100% of its funds to help animal causes. People wishing to make donations or reach the foundation can write to 5501 NE 26th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308.
Sarah Carey and the Florida Veterinarian, a publication of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. For more information contact Sarah Carey, Health Science Center, Office of Public Relations, (352) 392-4700 ext. 5206
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