Jennifer Farmer DVM

Jennifer Farmer grew up in the Portland area and attended University of Portland majoring in Biology, and then graduated from Oregon State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She initially mastered equine general practice medicine, later expanding into small animal general practice. Her general practice experience allowed for a well rounded, solid wellness background before developing her unique specialty practice services. 

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Wellness through nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness are at the center of Dr. Farmer's practice philosophy. The foundation of your pet's health comes through quality species appropriate minimally processed foods, and is integrated into the body through mental and physical wellness. Maximizing muscle health and joint mobility leads to the highest quality of life. Nutritional consultation, acupuncture, traditional chinese medicine theory, and chiropractic care are all tools Dr. Farmer can utilize to help your pet. 

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For her equine patients who are ridden, in addition to the therapies mentioned above, Dr. Farmer has spent nearly 20 years studying saddle fitting, and understands the implications that both rider and saddle have on the physical and mental wellness of the horse. She is not only able to consult on your saddle fit, but she has extensive training adjusting both the flocking and the trees of english saddles on-site at your farm. Dr. Farmer has travelled extensively to the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Canada, and within the US to work with the industries best saddlers, saddle fitters, to attend conferences, CE, trade shows, and has worked on the manufacturing and design of saddles in the UK. Dr. Farmer has also been invited to speak at many industry events and has published saddle fitting articles over the years.  

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In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys riding her horse, exercising, and spending time with her family. An avid learner, she is always striving to enrich her personal and professional life with new insights into health and wellness through continuing education and collaboration with like minded professionals and practitioners worldwide. 

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