Dr. Liz Arbittier hails from the Elkins Park area of southeastern Pennsylvania. She currently lives on a farm in the Perkiomenville area with her six horses, four dogs, ten cats and a pet sheep named Thumper.

        Dr. Arbittier graduated with top honors after pursuing a double major studying Biology and English at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey.  Having a strong interest in show jumping, she took time after completing her undergraduate education to manage the road team of Olympic show jumper phenom, Kevin Babington.  On returning home, Dr. Arbittier pursued her veterinary education at  the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine.  She was a highly celebrated and active student -- recipient of multiple academic and clinical achievement awards and president of her class.  Dr. Arbittier joined the practice in the summer of 2001.

        Dr. Arbittier's veterinary interests include sports medicine and issues affecting the performance horse , as well as internal medicine.

       On a personal note, Dr. Arbittier has competed in hunters and jumpers in the Amateur Owner division and enjoys bringing along youngsters to reach their potential in either the hunter or jumper ring.  She breeds on a small scale and looks forward  to establishing a Warmblood breeding program aimed at producing quality jumpers.  In her spare time she enjoys reading and cheering for the EAGLES ! Another important part of her personal life is her work with Virgil, an internationally certified therapy dog who , with Dr. Arbittier, visits nursing homes as often as possible.

   Does Liz love animals ? Check out some pictures of her pampered pets.