Dr. Liza Cahn is a veterinarian who graduated from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013 with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
Dr. Cahn has five years of experience working as a veterinarian in small animal practice in Washington and California. She loved working with dogs and cats and educating owners on all aspects of veterinary medicine, especially animal behavior and dermatology.
She has since transitioned to remote work to be able to spend more time at home with her husband, two young kids, and two cats, and is thrilled to be able to combine her love for veterinary medicine and passion for writing.
Dr. Cahn has an active veterinary license in Washington State.
Location: Seattle, WA
Years of experience in practice: 5 years
Degrees
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (2013)
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