Dr. Michelle Diener

Michelle Diener, DVM

Michelle Diener, DVM

VETERINARIAN

Education & Trainings

Bachelor of Science in Biology, UNC-Chapel Hill, 2000

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, North Carolina State University, 2006

I live in Raleigh, North Carolina. I obtained by BS degree in Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill in 2000 and my DVM degree at NCSU in 2006. I have been working in a small animal hospital for the past 15+ years. I specialize in dogs and cats and enjoy dermatology and surgery.

I have two dogs, an Amazon parrot, and several fish. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling with my family and surf-fishing.

Recent Articles

Miniature American Shepherd
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Michelle Diener, DVM

Miniature American Shepherds are extremely intelligent and loving companions. This small herding breed was created in California during the 1960s, according to the Miniature American Shepherd Club of America...

Bouvier des Flandres
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Michelle Diener, DVM

A large and powerful herding dog from Belgium, the Bouvier des Flandres began as a farmer’s dog, capable of herding cattle and hauling carts of heavy milk jugs, according to the American Bouvier des Flandres...

Staph Infection in Dogs
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Michelle Diener, DVM

What Are Staph Infections in Dogs? Staph infections are caused by the overgrowth of Staphylococcus bacteria on the surface of a dog’s skin. Small amounts of this type of bacteria are normally found on...

Tibetan Terrier
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Michelle Diener, DVM

The Tibetan Terrier is a shaggy pup bred in Tibetan monasteries more than 2,000 years ago to be a companion pet who looked after the community. Today, they are known to be highly devoted to their family...

Japanese Chin
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Michelle Diener, DVM

The Japanese Chin is a compassionate and energetic breed that makes an ideal indoor companion. This breed is known for having silky fur, a broad head, a short muzzle, and widely spaced eyes. Standing only...

Saluki
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Michelle Diener, DVM

Dating back to 329 BCE, before the ancient pyramids, the Saluki is one of the oldest hunting dog breeds. The elegant and powerful bodies of this breed made them well-loved among royal figures, particularly...