Jennifer Shepherd received her doctorate of veterinary medicine from Colorado State University in 2000. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the Ontario Veterinary College before entering private practice Dr. Shepherd owns Cloquet Animal Hospital in Northern Minnesota where she practices full time.
In her free time she enjoys writing, photography, running and spending time with her husband, three children, two dogs, and one spoiled cat. She is pictured here with her best running dog Apollo, a Portuguese Water Dog who can’t swim but loves playing in snow.
May 31, 2023
I adopted my darling Jack Russell terrier mix two weeks ago. Since then, she has destroyed my leather recliner and three pair of shoes. How can I stop her from chewing everything?
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April 25, 2023
If you've noticed your dog sneezing a lot, it could be for a variety of reasons. Learn the common causes and when it might be time for a visit to the vet.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: Why is my dog sneezing so much? Does it mean he's sick?
March 21, 2023
Friendly, sociable, and adorable, rabbits can make wonderful pets for the right home. Learn more about bunnies and how to care for your new pet rabbit.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: I want to get my kids a bunny for Easter. Do bunnies make good pets?
February 21, 2023
Though wild rats can carry disease, domesticated rats make wonderful pocket pets because they are intelligent, social, and bond easily with humans.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: Is It Safe to Keep a Rat as a Pet?
January 30, 2023
Before buying those roses, lilies, or tulips this Valentine's Day, learn what kind of flowers are safe for your sweetheart's cats.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: What kind of Valentine's Day flowers are safe for cats?
December 8, 2022
Fleas, ear mites, and bacterial infections can all cause vigorous head shaking in cats. A trip to the vet is recommended to determine the cause of the head shaking and provide the best treatment.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: Why is my cat shaking her head so much?
November 16, 2022
The holidays create a lot of dangerous temptations for our pets that we may not realize. Here are just a few of potential dangers.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: What are some things I need to be cautious of around the holidays?
November 8, 2022
Backyard chickens are growing in popularity each year. Here's the basics to consider before bringing these pets home!
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: We want to start raising backyard chickens. What do we need to know?
August 1, 2022
Read on to see if your dog is getting the necessary nutrients from their diet or if you should talk to your vet about a vitamin supplement.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: I want to make sure my dog is healthy and lives a long life. Should I be giving him a vitamin supplement?July 8, 2022
Unsure if your dog has ear mites or an ear infection? Here are some ways to identify the difference between the two, treatment options and the potential causes of your dog's ear infection.
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: Does my dog have ear mites or an ear infection?