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Donna Debonis

Dr. Donna Debonis

Veterinarian, DVM, MS (Pet Food)
5.0
17 reviews
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Designation
  • Veterinarian, DVM, MS (Pet Food)
About Vet

I love helping pets and their people, but legally, it is against the law for me to prescribe medications unless I have physically touched the pet.
Please understand the constraint here in WA State: WA State does not permit prescriptions written for animals without an in person exam.

MY STORY | I've been a veterinarian since 1983 when I started my own housecall practice for all animals. Fast forward to 2008, I joined the Army and was deployed to Afghanistan to provide emergency care to Military Working Dogs injured in combat. Aside from those exciting and rewarding years caring for our 4-legged heroes, I left the Army to spend time with my own pets on beautiful Whidbey Island. So, now, I can provide advice to pet parents on Vetster!

PET FOOD SAFETY | Are you concerned whether your pet food is safe? My Special interest, training, advanced degree and certifications are in Pet Food Safety. If you think your pet food made your pet sick,I will listen and match up the symptoms with the possible contaminant in the pet food. This is called Teletriage and it is allowed in WA state for emergency type situations like this. TELEADVICE | For questions about medical issues in general that are not specific, I can provide advice and education in WA state if I have not examined a pet in person. I cannot write prescriptions or provide a diagnosis due to Veterinary-Client-Patient-Relationship regulations.

VCPR | Chapter 246-933 WAC, Veterinarians - Veterinary Board 246-933-200 Veterinary-client–patient relationship. The veterinarian shall not establish a veterinary-client-patient relationship solely by telephonic or other electronic means.

DISCLAIMER | The content of this page is not veterinary advice on treatment of diagnosis. A number of factors (amount of substance ingested, size of the animal, allergies, etc.) determine what is toxic to a particular pet. If you think your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, seek immediate veterinary treatment.

Location
  • Oak Harbor, WA, US
Spoken languages
  • English
Species treated
  • Dogs (Canine)
  • Cats (Feline)
Areas of interest
  • End of life/Hospice care
  • Nutrition
  • Animal Welfare
  • Dermatology
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Toxicology
Licenses
  • Washington, US
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioral issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

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5.0
17 reviews

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Trinity

December 2024

UTI concerns
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Erin

December 2024

My dog had a tumor that is growing and painful. She was helpful in explaining what can be done to help her and what our next steps should be. Great visit. Super kind and informative.
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Diane

December 2024

My senior greyhound is experiencing nighttime anxiety with barking and restlessness. Dr. D walked through multiple possibilities of causes and treatment options. Her knowledge was comprehensive, caring, and tailored to my pet’s specific health conditions.
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Katherine

November 2024

Appreciate the opportunity to chat through our dog’s situation! Thanks so much!
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Alisha

November 2024

Very helpful without costly prescriptions
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Priscilla

October 2024

Dr. Debonis was super helpful, she asked all the right questions, listened to our concerns and provided thorough and helpful info on how to help our pup with some skin issues. Really appreciated her insight and would definitely use this service again.
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Sophie

July 2024

Gave great advice, practical and helpful, and easy to talk to. I’m very satisfied with the care we received!
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Julie

July 2024

In-depth discussion about my cat's skin issues. Clearly very experienced and knowledgeable. Helpful, clear suggestions. Thank you!
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Laurie

May 2024

Dr Debonis was very helpful and informative. My dog showed great improvement with her suggestions, in a short period of time. I am so grateful for her help. She was interested in his progress, more than any vet I have spoken with. I would love to have her as a primary veterinarian.
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Cheryl

May 2024

I’ve learned a lot of valuable information on cat health as well as treatment options. Looking forward to a happier cat. Thank you

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