Dr. Jennifer Waltman is a native Floridian, born and raised in Highlands County. In 1996 she graduated with honors from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biological Science. Her grandfather graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in the 1950s so she set out to follow in his footsteps. She reached her goal and graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn in 2000. Her grandfather was lucky enough to participate in her graduation ceremony despite his failing health. After graduation she returned to Central Florida to practice small animal medicine.

She soon met her husband and they have been married since 2004. She has two children, a girl and a boy, who keep her busy at home.

She joined VCA LWVH in 2012 in a relief capacity and decided to stay and join the team on a more permanent basis. She enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine and surgery. She grew up with Boston Terriers and added two rowdy puppies to her family in 2010. When not working or raising kids she enjoys going to the movies, playing games and spending time with her large extended family.