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Dr Laura Mulshine
Senior Practicing Veterinarian
School of Veterinary ScienceI graduated BVSc from Massey University in December 2013 and earned a BA from Reed College (Portland, Oregon) in 2008. I began my career as a dairy vet in Ashburton, but soon transitioned to small animal medicine. After three years in Canterbury I returned to Portland, where I worked in private practice and discovered my passion for dentistry while working at an exclusively low‑cost dental clinic.
My husband’s career brought us back to the Manawatū, and although I never expected to be back in Palmerston North, our two young children have helped me fall in love with the region. Prior to joining the team at Massey, I was lead small animal veterinarian at a rural mixed practice serving Bulls and Marton.
I love animals and deeply value the human–animal bond. In practice I take a personalised, client‑centred approach, tailoring treatment plans to each animal and their family. In my teaching role I focus on sharing that approach with students, promoting longevity and mental wellbeing in future veterinarians, and emphasising the importance of dental care. I haven't quite figured it all out yet, but it’s been a fun ride.
In 2013, I graduated from Massey University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with distinction. I then began my career as a dairy vet in Ashburton but soon transitioned into full time small animal medicine. After three years in Canterbury I returned to the USA, where I worked in private practice and discovered my passion for dentistry. My husband’s career brought us back to the Manawatū, in 2021, where I worked as a lead small animal veterinarian at a rural mixed practice serving Bulls and Marton. I then joined the MUVTH team in 2026.
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Location: MUVTH
Campus: Manawatu
Research Expertise
Research Interests
Veterinary Dentistry
Area of Expertise
Field of research codes
Agricultural And Veterinary Sciences (070000):
Veterinary Sciences (070700)
Keywords
dentistry
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