About

In addition to being a double board-certified emergency critical care specialist and toxicologist, Dr. Justine Lee is a world-renowned veterinary speaker, scientist, blogger, and author. She is the CEO and founder of VETgirl, a subscription-based podcast and webinar service offering RACE-approved continuing education (CE). At home, Dr. Lee has a rescued pit bull mix named Milo and a rescued black cat named Luna.

Education

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
  • Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences
  • Virginia Tech

Experience

Currently, Dr. Lee works as a criticalist at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, and is a consultant for the non-profit ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. She is 1 of approximately 500 board-certified veterinary specialists worldwide in emergency and critical care. Previously she pursued her internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, which is affiliated with the MSPCA. In addition, she has also completed an emergency fellowship and residency at the University of Pennsylvania.

Articles

  1. Dr Justine Lee sitting near a Litter-Robot with cat

    What Is Feline Leukemia (FeLV)?

    Dr. Justine Lee reviews all you need to know about Feline Leukemia (FeLV) in cats, such as how it’s transmitted...
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  2. orange tabby cat sleeping

    How Long Do FIV+ Cats Live?

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses what causes feline immunodeficiency virus - FIV in cats - and what kind of prognosis you...
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  3. hand scratching under chin of calico cat

    Common Causes of Skin Disease in Cats

    Is your cat losing hair? Dr. Justine Lee explains the signs and causes of skin disease in cats, including fleas...
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  4. brown tabby cat lying on blue couch

    What is Colitis in Cats?

    Dr. Justine Lee explains what colitis in cats is, including the signs, how to diagnose, causes depending on a cat's...
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  5. grey tabby and orange tabby looking out windows

    Ask The Vet: How To Introduce Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses how to introduce cats correctly so that they'll form a lifelong friendship. Most importantly...
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  6. Maine Coon cat licking paw

    How To Spot Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee explains what signs to look for with squamous cell carcinoma in cats, what treatment options there...
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  7. cat that stopped scratching furniture thanks to dedicated cat furniture

    How To Keep Cats From Scratching Furniture

    The eternal struggle between cats and pet parents: how to keep cats from scratching furniture! Get tips on how to...
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  8. bengal cat curled up on white bed

    Why Is My Cat Not Eating?

    Is your cat not eating? Dr. Justine Lee explains that if your cat won't eat, it may be from stress, changes to the...
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  9. woman holding longhaired cat in arms

    Cat Euthanasia: When Do You Say Goodbye?

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses options for the difficult decision of cat euthanasia, including assessing your cat's quality...
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  10. British Shorthair cat sitting next to bouquet of flowers

    Avoid These Plants Toxic To Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee, DVM and toxicologist, discusses plants toxic to cats, including lilies, kalanchoe, sago palm, philodendron...
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  11. brown tabby cat wrapped in red blanket

    Heart Disease & Heart Murmurs in Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses what you need to know about heart disease in cats and heart murmurs in cats. Learn about...
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  12. longhaired black cat sitting on accent chair

    Signs & Treatment of Liver Disease in Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT, discusses the causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of...
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  13. white kitten and tabby bicolor kitten

    10 Tips To Prevent Aggression in Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses the top 10 tips to prevent aggression in cats, from socializing kittens early to spaying...
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