Dr. Leslie Gillette

Leslie Gillette, DVM

Leslie Gillette, DVM

Veterinarian

Education & Trainings

  • University of Florida CVM (1998)
  • University of Florida College of Pharmacy Master of Forensic Science (2013)

Activity & Honors

Beatriz Lopez-Van Beuren Memorial Scholarship - Senior award for small animal internal medicine (1998)

Professional Memberships

AVMA

Dr. Leslie Gillette graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 1998. After 12 years of small animal private practice, Dr. Gillette transitioned into shelter medicine in 2011 and completed a Master of Forensic Science degree through the University of Florida College of Pharmacy in 2013. Currently Dr. Gillette practices as a part-time relief vet for the same practice she joined after leaving veterinary school, and works as a part-time legal assistant for a local defense attorney.  Dr. Gillette currently resides in Northeast Florida with her husband Asa, two children, two dogs, two cats and a variety of fish. Her interests outside of work include boating, fishing, yoga, collecting shark's teeth on the beach, reading, and watching her kids' sporting events.

Recent Articles

Collie Eye Anomaly
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

What is Collie Eye Anomaly? Collie eye anomaly (CEA), or choroidal hypoplasia, is an inherited congenital disease. Typically, this condition is present at birth in affected dogs, resulting from a DNA mutation....

Signs a Dog Is Dying
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

As pet parents, we all fear the loss of our beloved canine companions. Many dogs age gracefully without serious health issues, but others may suffer from chronic, debilitating, or terminal illnesses that...

What’s the Vet-Recommended Diet for Canine Cushing’s Disease?
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

Cushing’s disease develops when a dog’s body produces too much of a steroid hormone called cortisol. Chronically high levels of cortisol in the body leads to recurrent infections, skin problems, a pot-bellied...

Deceased Pet Care: Burial and Cremation Options
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

Coping with the loss of a pet can be devastating. In addition to grieving the loss, you’re also faced with the decision of what to do with your pet’s remains. Home burial and pet burial services used to...

Do Dogs and Cats Grieve?
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

As pet parents, we will all experience the heartbreak of losing a beloved companion. After such a loss, people often work through personal grief by taking comfort in memories, photos, and physical reminders...

Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers?
by
Leslie Gillette, DVM

Ever wonder why dogs have whiskers? Each whisker plays a vital role in a dog’s sensory perception, and dogs can also communicate their emotions through their whiskers. Here’s a closer look at what dog...