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Sylvalyn Hammond, DVM
Sylvalyn is a companion animal general practitioner and emergency veterinarian who is passionate about client education. She strongly believes that a solid foundation in preventative medicine and wellness can prevent most emergency cases. Her interests include nutrition, emergency medicine, and Fear Free training techniques. Her adopted German Shepherd, Hugo, is a retired IED detection canine for the U.S. Army. He served two tours in Afghanistan before being wounded in the field and honorably discharged.