Deb M. Eldredge, DVM is a Cornell graduate was the first recipient of the Gentle Doctor Award. She is an award winning veterinarian and writer. Dr. Eldredge has won top awards from both the Dog Writers Association of American and the Cat Writers Association with multiple books to her credit. She is very active in the dog community and participates in virtually all dog sports. She can be reached at debme15@hotmail.com.