National Speakers Association – Arizona!

Kristen L. Nelson, D.V.M.

Candidate

Veterinary Creative, L.L.C.

9922 East Dale Lane
Scottsdale, AZ 85262

480-236-1841

CELEBRATING THE HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND

At age four, Kris Nelson found her calling in life. She wanted to become a veterinarian. After graduating from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Nelson completed a small animal internship at the prestigious Animal Medical Center in New York City. She continued her education with a year of advanced surgical training at the Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Nelson is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association and the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians.

She has appeared in USA Today, The LA Times, DisneyFamily.com and on radio and television. She is the recipient of numerous honors including the Duluth Kennel Club Award for Outstanding Small Animal Surgery and Medicine and the Carl F. Schlotthauer Memorial Surgery Award. The latter is presented by the University of Minnesota Surgical Faculty to a senior student “In Recognition Of Outstanding Ability In Veterinary Surgery.” The United States Customs Service awarded Dr. Nelson a commendation for her care of a drug-sniffing canine officer.

The following presentations are available: - Celebrate The Human-Animal Bond With Stories From Coated With Fur: A Vet’s Life - Ethical Challenges In Veterinary Medicine - Animal Philanthropy: Effective Giving & Identifying Worthy Nonprofits - Animal Behavior

Dr. Nelson is the author of Coated With Fur: A Vet’s Life. Set in a veterinary practice, the book chronicles Kris’ triumphs and trials as a young woman owning her first animal hospital. Experience each day as Kris did, from the joy of saving a dog’s leg to the agony of euthanizing a long-term patient. Marvel at what it took to untangle a snake stuck in a doorway, scaring the society ladies in the waiting room. Through it all, embrace the unconditional love that exists when we open ourselves to the wonders of the human-animal bond.

Information available at coatedwithfur.com