Veterinary Forensics and Shelter Medicine with Dr. Jennifer Bonovich

Join us for an incredible and inspirational discussion with Dr. Jennifer Bonovich, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Master of Science in Veterinary Forensics. Dr. Bonovich has an extensive background and ongoing involvement with the military, public service sector, and other volunteer positions, in addition to her full time duties as a head shelter veterinarian. Listen as Dr. Bonovich details her path towards and current experiences as a veterinary forensics expert and shelter medicine superhero. We also discuss opportunities for further education and involvement in veterinary forensics.

Resources:

Animal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict - by Kris Otteman, Linda Fielder, and Emily Lewis

Veterinary Forensics: Animal Cruelty Investigations - by Melinda Merck

Humane Society of the United States - Humane Pro

American Society for the Prevention of the Cruelty of Animals - ASPCA Pro

The Maples Center for Forensic Medicine at the University of Florida

International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association

National Link Coalition

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Additional continuing education can be found on VIN, Vetfolio, and at some VMX and AVMA conferences as well. The Humane Society of the United States also hosts free training on various topics related to animal abuse such as dogfighting.