Banfield Welcomes Alumni

This news release was distributed by Banfield on Aug. 10, 2005:

Contact: Jody Schreffler, Senior PR Coordinator, 503-345-5414, Jody.Schreffler@banfield.net

Banfield Welcomes Alumni from University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine

PORTLAND, Ore. ~ Banfield, The Pet Hospital, the nation’s largest private veterinary practice, recently hired five veterinary graduates from University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. Currently employing more than 1,000 veterinarians nationwide, Banfield’s continued growth plans will create lifetime career opportunities for graduates of the University of Minnesota.

Following is a list of new Banfield doctors from the University of Minnesota, providing human-quality medicine to Pets state-of-the-art veterinary hospitals:

      Robyn Ball, D.V.M., class of 2005, practicing in Plymouth, Minn.
      Corrie Ruhlen, D.V.M., class of 2005, practicing in St. Louis Park, Minn.
      Corissa Walden, D.V.M., class of 2005, practicing in Richfield, Minn.
      Michael Engelsgjerd, D.V.M., class of 2003, practicing in St. Paul, Minn.
      Elizabeth Stringer, D.V.M., class of 2005, practicing in Littleton, Colo.

Practicing at Banfield offers all the challenges of an exciting veterinary career, with the ability to provide the highest quality medicine, and great financial and personal rewards. Banfield veterinarians receive administrative support that allows them to spend more time with Pets, access to state-of-the-art equipment and supplies, and the opportunity to participate in a benefits program unparalleled in the veterinary industry.

Founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1955, Banfield, The Pet Hospital has more than 450 locations across the country, and plans to open 100 hospitals in 2005. Banfield extends the lives of more than 3.5 million Pets each year.

Learn more about challenging careers with Banfield, The Pet Hospital by calling 1-800-318-2705 or visit us online at www.banfield.net.

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