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Shawn Messonnier
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Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM, a 1987 graduate
of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine,
opened Paws & Claws Animal Hospital in 1991. His
special interests include exotic pets, dermatology,
and animal behavior. Dr. Messonnier is a
well-known speaker and author. In addition to
serving clients, he is a regular contributor to
several veterinary journals, sits on the advisory board of the journal
Veterinary Forum and regularly consults with veterinarians across the
country and is a holistic pet columnist for Animal Wellness, Body + Soul,
and Veterinary Forum.

He is the author of many books, including
The Natural Health Bible for
Dogs & Cats, The Allergy Solution for Dogs, The Arthritis Solution
for Dogs & Cats, The Natural Vet's Guide to Preventing and Treating
Cancer in Dogs and 8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog .

He is the host of the weekly award-winning radio show, "Dr. Shawn-The
Natural Vet", on Martha Stewart Radio SIRIUS channel 112 on Tuesdays
from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM (EST) with a repeat on Saturday from 9:00 AM
to 11:00 AM (EST).

Dr. Messonnier is the proud companion of Rita, a Cavalier King
Charles Spaniel, and his Ragdoll cat, Dysa.  Rita and Dysa are
prominently pictured in the banner at Dr. Messonnier's site.
More about Dr. Shawn Messonnier:  Dr. Shawn Messonnier is a
well-known veterinarian, lecturer, consultant, and pet care advocate.
After graduating from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987,
he opened Paws and Claws Animal Hospital in Plano, Texas. At that time
it was the first office in Plano to offer specialized services for exotic pets.
After seeing that the number of cats and dogs afflicted with chronic
medical problems failed to improve over the years with conventional
medicine, Dr. Messonnier turned to alternative therapies. Encouraged by
positive results, he opened the Acupuncture & Holistic Animal Health
Care Center as part of his ongoing practice.

In addition to authoring numerous papers and chapters of books on a
range of topics, Dr. Mesonnier has written eighteen books for both pet
owners and veterinarians. Currently he serves on the advisory board of
the highly respected international veterinary journal, Veterinary Forum,
and is creator and editor-in-chief of the leading publication for doctors
treating exotic pets, Exotic Pet Practice.

He also lectures widely at veterinary conferences both inside and outside
the United States.
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