Debra Young

Debra Young is the Senior Clinic Manager at Northern Veterinary Associates and also provides dog training services. As the Senior Clinic Manager, Debra is responsible for all of the day-to-day activities that take place at the clinic. Inventory management is a large part of Debra’s day. She ensures that all of the clinics needs are met in regard to retail items, medications, pet foods, and prescription diets. She also oversees the maintenance of the facility. Her top priority is to ensure an excellent experience for our clients and patients. Debra’s past history working at a large retail department store transferred well to the care and maintenance of Northern Veterinary Associates. As a dog trainer, Debra has 25+ years of experience. She continues to pursue continuing education seminars so she can remain at the cutting edge of an ever changing scientific discipline. Her passion is to find and meet the needs of her clients and put them on track to a happy and healthy relationship with their dog. Debra has a wealth of experience with her own personal dogs. She has raised and trained Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Papillon, and Chinese Crested breeds. She uses her knowledge to compete in American Kennel Club (AKC) events such as conformation, obedience and tracking. Debra enjoys frequent trips with her husband and daughter to dog shows in the region. She and her daughter have trained and handled several dogs, producing many champions. Currently they have an AKC/Canadian Champion Golden Retriever, a Canadian Champion Papillon and an AKC Champion Chinese Crested.