Catherine Ziegler
Covington,LA
Summary
Dedicated veterinarian with extensive experience at Northshore Humane Society, excelling in surgical procedures and preventive care. Proven ability to foster strong client relationships through effective communication, education, and treatment. Skilled in treatment planning and teamwork, ensuring optimal health outcomes for both shelter and client pets. Committed to delivering compassionate and reliable veterinary care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinarian
Northshore Humane Society
02.2021 - 09.2025
- Assisted in caring for the overall well being of both client and shelter pets including: annual vaccinations, sick visits, and emergency care.
- Collaborated with other doctors in the practice in making medical decisions for our shelter pets in terms of treatment, both in house and referral.
- Completed on-call shifts for all shelter pets in our care, both in the facility and in foster.
- Performed routine surgeries (i.e., spays, neuters, mass removals, dental cleanings +/- extractions), abdominal explorations, and more advances procedures such as FHO's and Extra Capsular Stifle Stabilization Surgeries on shelter and client pets.
- Provided Acupuncture Services for client & shelter pets.
Veterinarian
Southern Pearl Veterinary Hospital
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets' healthcare needs and follow-up appointments.
- Performed surgical procedures for better animal health, including spaying, neutering, and abdominal exploration.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians for efficient patient care, ensuring accurate test results and timely treatments.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Dairy Production
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2010
Skills
- Client education & communication
- Surgical procedures
- Treatment Planning
- Preventive care
- Diagnostic imaging
- Owner relations
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA)
Timeline
Veterinarian
Northshore Humane Society
02.2021 - 09.2025
Veterinarian
Southern Pearl Veterinary Hospital
06.2017 - 04.2021
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Dairy Production
Louisiana State University
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