Dr. Laurie S. Coger has a broad background in animal management and health. She is an honors graduate of Cornell University’s College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, majoring in Animal Science, with a special interest in nutrition. She received her DVM degree from Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She also completed a surgical externship at the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Canada. 

As she began her private practice career, she continued her interest in show and performance dogs. She has successfully competed in conformation, obedience, and herding events, achieving many titles with her dogs. She provides on-site veterinary care at dog competitions, with the combined perspective of both a competitor and a veterinarian. She is a frequent speaker at animal interest events, and is a section editor for an award winning national magazine, the Australian Shepherd Journal. 

Dr. Coger received her certification as a Veterinary Chiropractioner from the International Association of Veterinary Chiropractitioners, the largest animal adjusting organization in the world. This alternative technique has helped a number of animals whose conditions were thought to be “beyond help”, as well as canine athletes in competition. By combining adjustments with nutritional therapy, other complementary medical means, and conventional medicine, Dr. Coger’s unique approach to veterinary care has contributed to the health and well being of many pets. 

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