Dr. Daniel Hartnett grew up primarily in the eastern St. Paul area and graduated from St. Paul Park High School with honors. He continued his pre-veterinary studies at St. Olaf College in Northfield. He then transferred to the University of Minnesota where he received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees with honors.
He is a life member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association. He is a member of the Veterinary Phi Zeta Kappa national honor society. He is a board member of the Minnesota Veterinary Historical Society. He was a charter member of the Affiliated Emergency Clinics and the Veterinary Hospital Association. He is accredited by the United States Department of Agriculture. He is a long-standing member of the MVMA Academy of Veterinary Medical Practice and a James O. Hanson Scholar.
Dr. Hartnett opened the Long Lake Veterinary Clinic in 1971 as a general practice tending to most species in the western suburbs. As more farms disappeared, the practice focused entirely on small companion animals. He enjoyed building the solo practice into a five-doctor team. It's especially enjoyable helping new generations of clients and their families with their new pets over 50 years.
Other groups he is a member of include:
He has enjoyed numerous animal-related trips, especially those in Africa. In his spare time, you may see him enjoying nature walks in the woods and parks (usually with a dog), biking around the neighborhoods, or playing music at some of the local events.