Dr. Deanna Shafar

Biography

Dr. Shafar, a graduate of Washington State University, has been caring for avian patients in the Tacoma area and has been an integral member at University Place Veterinary Hospital since 2008. In addition to medical care, Dr. Shafar provides guidance in husbandry, nutritional guidance, behavioral training and boarding services for birds. Her desire to be a veterinarian came from the appeal she saw in veterinary medicine as a true “helping profession”. Every day she has the opportunity to help pet owners and their feathered family members. Dr. Shafar’s personal interests include football, college basketball and attending musical theatre. 

Research Interest

nutritional guidance, behavioral training and boarding services for birds