New vet office opens on main street
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Skookum Vets opened its doors at its new office on Front Street last week. The office is in the midst of renovation, but Dr. Judge Conniff said when he or partner Dr. Steve Lowry is in town, Skookum Vets will see its animal patients. The large, yellow “Vet is in” banner will help clue residents in as to when the office is open.
In case the bright yellow banner reading: “The Vet is In” outside 326 Front Street didn’t tip Wrangellites off, Skookum Vets has officially opened for business at its new office.
Veterinarians Judge Conniff and Steve Lowry became partners last fall to create Skookum Vets, which is now located near the corner of Front and St. Michaels Streets.
“Skookum” is a Chinook jargon word used in the northwestern U.S. with positive meanings, such as “impressive” or “excellent.” Conniff said it means “all the best,” as Skookum Vets are the “best vets in town.”
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