Veterinarian Dr. Melissa Shelton earned her veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota in 1999, and has owned Crow River Animal Hospital in Minnesota since 2001. Essential oils became a passion for her in 2008, and she is dedicated to providing accurate information regarding oil use in the animal kingdom. Dr. Shelton is also the creator of animalEO Essential Oils for Animals (animalEO.info), a line of pre-screened and expertly formulated blends specifically designed for all animal species.