Dr. James D. Farr, DVM Dr. Farr graduated from Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1982. He practiced in Tampa and did emergency medicine for two years before opening Land O' Lakes Animal Hospital in 1984. Since graduation he has attended many continuing education courses on dermatology, surgery, and internal medicine to stay current on all new treatments to help your pet be as healthy as possible. Dr. Farr is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Florida Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Farr's philosophy is to treat your pet the way he would treat his own. Dr. Jean A. Mahlman, DVM Dr. Mahlman received her DVM degree from the University of Florida in 1989. She has practiced as a small animal clinician in the Tampa Bay area for 25 years. Dr. Mahlman grew up in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and earned her BS degree from The Pennsylvania State University. In addition to her own pets, her hobbies include: gardening, reading, hiking, and raising baby squirrels.