About the Author

My Background

My name is Caitlin McAllister. I grew up in rural Ontario and have wanted to be a veterinarian since I was young. My interest in veterinary medicine began when my mother used to read James Herriot novels to me as a child. If you are unfamiliar, James Herriot was a veterinary surgeon who wrote books containing a collection of stories from his time as a veterinarian. I have always loved animals but I haven’t always loved science, that began in university. I did my bachelor’s degree at the University of Guelph with a major in Animal Biology. It was at Guelph that I discovered my love of science, and learning in general. In hopes of improving my competitiveness, I did a Master’s degree in Animal Bioscience with a specialty in physiology also at the University of Guelph, during which I studied Johne’s disease. In 2023 I was accepted and began my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree at the University of Nicosia in the Republic of Cyprus, which recently opened a European accredited veterinary school aimed at international students. Over the years and through my schooling I’ve worked and volunteered with animals at several veterinary clinics and I’ve accrued considerable industry information. To see what I’m doing currently, please checkout my page on LinkedIn or follow me on Facebook at PetiScience.

Comments and Information In the Blogs

Whenever I write a blog, I try to be as scientifically informed as possible, but I am still human and I do make mistakes. If you disagree with something I’m writing or wish to correct me, please let me know in the comments. I, like everyone else, am still learning and I want to be able to correct my mistakes. Similarly, if you have a topic you’d like me to cover please leave a comment. I also ask that you keep the comments respectful, feel free to have a good discussion, but no abusive or vulgar language.

Furthermore, my blog is only meant to give you basic information. The information I give in my blog is not meant to allow you to diagnose your animals, or make anyone an expert. While I hope the information listed here helps you understand animal ailments, anatomy, and science, it is not meant to, nor enough to replace a veterinarian. ALWAYS defer to your veterinarian for medical advice and treatment of your animals.

Contact Information

If you wish to get in touch with me on a professional level please check out my LinkedIn account. If you want to contact me about my blog please email petiscience@gmail.com or message me on Facebook.

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