May 21 - Another Itchy Dog

Originally from Milwaukee and then Green Bay, Wisconsin, Dr. Holzhauer says that he has wanted to be a veterinarian since working in a veterinary hospital at age 15. Now that he is a veterinarian he says he enjoys everything about it, "The medicine, such as figuring out the medical puzzles, the connections I make with clients, and the thrill of helping pets."

For his undergraduate studies, Dr. Holzhauer first attended the University of Southern California and then the University of Missouri – Columbia. After being granted early admission to veterinary school he left his undergraduate studies to attend the University of Missouri – Columbia College of Veterinary Medicine. He received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. During his time in veterinary school he received the Iams/VECCS Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Award and the University of Missouri – Columbia Veterinary Cardiology Award.

His areas of special professional interest include cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery. Dr. Holzhauer is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, American Association of Corporate and Public Practice Veterinarians, Missouri Veterinary Medical Association, Missouri Academy of Veterinary Practice and the Greater Saint Louis Veterinary Medical Association, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

In addition to his medical degree, Dr. Holzhauer holds a a Master's of Business Administration and a Master's of Project Management. He also is a member of Stray Rescue of Saint Louis, Humane Society of the United States and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.