Beth Adler-Bush, VMD

For as long as I can remember I have loved animals. Even as a little kid I would bring home strays so my mom could fix them up and make them better. My first veterinary job was at the age of 15; I volunteered at my local vet, cleaning cages and walking the dogs. Every summer after that I would work as a tech assistant, doing everything from scooping poop to monitoring anesthesia.

I attended The College of New Jersey, and in1997 graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in biology. From there I went to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. In 2001, I graduated and spent the first three years of my professional life at a practice in north NJ.

There are so many things about veterinary medicine that I enjoy. It’s great to see brand new kittens and puppies come in for their first checkups, or to witness a very ill patient finally turn the bend and recover. Working up complex medical cases is another enjoyable challenge. One of the things that was a pleasant surprise to me was how many great people there are out there. It is amazing what people will tell you during an office visit! I see mainly cats and dogs, although I do count rabbits, ferrets, and assorted rodents among my patients.

I got engaged to a terrific guy on Christmas Eve 2003, and have since moved into the Mercer County Area. We live with 3 cats - Monster, Sebastian, and Smudge - and a tarantula named Rosie. Dennis and I were married in May 21, 2005.

In my "spare time," I enjoy volunteering as an emergency medical technician. Gardening, dollhouse miniatures, and music are some of my other hobbies.