Dr. Lizzie Youens, BSc (Hons), BVSc, MRCVS

Contributor, Medical Reviewer

Veterinarian

University of Bristol

Highlights

Degrees in Veterinary Science, Veterinary Medicine, and Animal Behaviour & Welfare
10+ years of experience as veterinary surgeon and veterinarian
Held variety of roles from rural branch surgeries to large hospitals

Experience

Dr. Elizabeth Youens has a wide range of experience working in different clinics across the UK from 2011 to 2022. She has particular interests in animal behavior and geriatric medicine.

Lizzie is passionate about producing accessible and reliable content for pet owners. She has two cats who were abandoned at the practice she worked at and came home with her ‘just for the weekend’ – nearly ten years ago! Lizzie lives with her family in the Forest of Dean and enjoys exploring the local countryside in her spare time.

Education

Dr. Elizabeth Youens received a First Class Honors degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare in 2009 and graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011 as a Veterinary Surgeon.

She is currently studying for her Masters degree at the Royal Veterinary College as a Research Assistant.

Other Works

Cats.com Author Bio Research on brachycephalic dog breeds Research on Feline Biochemistry Research on Canine CBC

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