Education:
B.A. Iowa State University

Years in the Field: 8+

Chris is a member of NAVTA, VECCS, and ISDVMA. In addition to regular technician duties, Chris also served as a surgical technician at Grayslake Animal Hospital, Grayslake, IL before coming to VES where she is a lead CVT and Hospital Manager.

Chris enjoys dog sledding recreationally with her Siberian Huskies and is an active member of the International Sled Dog of Veterinary Medicine Association, ISDVMA. She has worked on the veterinary teams of the Beargrease Sled Dog Race in Duluth, MN, Empire Sled Dog Race in Solon Springs, MN and the Grand Portage Sled Dog Race in Grand Portage, as a veterinary technician.

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Special Alert!

Xylitol poisoning in dogs is on the rise. Xylitol is a sweetener found in sugar-free chewing gum, candy and baked goods. Substantial amounts of items sweetened with xylitol can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure resulting in depression, loss of coordination and seizures. These signs can occur as soon as 30 minutes after ingestion of the product so veterinary treatment is urged immediately. Even small concentrations of xylitol are proving dangerous with detection being veiled by a delay in the onset of clinical signs as much as 12 hours.