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Dr. Stepahanie Porter, DVM

Specialties: Domestic Animals, Animal Welfare, Veterinary Consulting

Dr. Stepahanie Porter, DVM is a highly skilled veterinarian, writer, editor, and veterinary consultant, boasting over 20 years of expertise in veterinary medicine, science, animal welfare, conservation, and communications. She actively contributes to iHugDogs veterinary review board.

Highlights:

  • 20+ years of experience in the fields of veterinary medicine and animal welfare
  • Currently active in veterinary medicine as a writer, editor, and consultant
  • Member of the American Veterinary Medical Association
  • Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine
  • Member of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society 
Experience

In her early adulthood, Dr. Stepahanie Porter gained employment at various veterinary clinics and pet-related establishments. Following her college graduation, she directed her efforts towards broader goals in conservation and animal welfare, contributing to organizations like the Animal Welfare Institute, Society for Animal Protective Legislation, and Wildlife Habitat Council. Despite this, she eventually returned to her initial passion, veterinary medicine. Post-veterinary school, Jennifer worked as an associate veterinarian at Home to Heaven In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia. She also served as the former chief of staff at Healthy Pet Animal Hospital.

Education

Dr. Porter graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in veterinary medicine (DVM) in May 2003.