Our Health Care Team - Vet in Caledon | Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital

Alie

Shortly after finishing university I worked at a therapeutic riding center for individuals with disabilities. I became more and more involved in the health care and management of our herd, and one day had the opportunity to see a minor surgery on one of the horses. At first, I didn’t think I would be able to watch, but I was unable to peel my eyes away! When I left this position, I started looking for other jobs that were animal-related. I had always thought that the only way to work in a vet clinic was as the vet, and had no idea there were “nurses” in the clinic as well. Medicine interested me, but human medicine had no appeal – the more research I did, the more I realized that being a vet tech was the perfect fit for me. I wanted to be involved with the care of animals and work to make their lives better each day. I went back to school for the Veterinary Technician Program in 2011, and did one of my co-ops at CMVH. I thought that when I graduated I would naturally head back into the horse world, but I caught the Caledon Mountain bug and didn’t want to leave!

Hospital Manager, Registered Veterinary Technician

Ashley

I grew up on a farm and have been surrounded by animals my entire life. As a little girl, my passion was horses and riding. I always knew my future path would involve animals, whether they were big or small. Being a veterinary technician since 2003 fulfills my love for animals and my desire to help them in any way possible.

RVT, Orthopedic/Road Surgery Team Lead

Becky

Just like most of us in the veterinary world, I have always had a love for animals and always wanted to work with them everyday. After a few career changes throughout college, I landed at Seneca for the Veterinary Technician program where I graduated in 2016. I started with Caledon Mountain right after graduation where I fell in love with Nutrition and started to begin the process of learning all I could about how nutrition can be used to help keep our pets as happy and healthy as possible. The more I learned, the more I realized how nutrition can also be used as a treatment for many different medical conditions as well as preventative care which later led me to pursue my education further and begin working towards obtaining a Veterinary Technician Speciality in Nutrition. I briefly spent some time in emergency medicine while living in Winnipeg where I was able to expand my skills and extend my knowledge of nutrition even further on a more critical care basis. In June 2023 I sat my board exam where I passed and officially obtained my VTS in Nutrition. After work you can find me walking the trails with my very large dog Nova, or relaxing on the couch snuggling with my foster fail kitty Annie while watching a good movie.

Registered Veterinary Technician, VTS (Nutrition)

Clarisse

I have always found a way to connect with all kinds of animals, and they have always brought me so much peace and healing that I wanted to be able to give them the same in return. My love of horses, such powerful (and sassy) creatures, opened that door for me. Building bonds with horses, especially rescue horses, helped me learn how to build trust and respect “the nature of the beast.”

Once my family got our first dog, a Golden Retriever named Sophie, I fell in love with the furry, four-legged friends I now work with today. My adopted dog Hudson is my sidekick and adventure buddy, who can probably outlast me on the hiking trails and in the water! The veterinary field is a world I plan to inhabit for many years to come, and I’m so proud to be an RVT and 2016 Seneca College graduate!

Registered Veterinary Technician, CCRP

Danielle

I grew up around animals, and I believe that their unconditional love and devotion helped me become the person I am today. I felt that the least I could do would be to help them live better lives by being their advocate. I attended Sheridan College to complete their two-year veterinary technician program, graduating in 2012 and becoming registered in 2013. Before I went to school to become a vet tech, I started out as a high school co-op and landed a summer job that ended up lasting four years! Since then, I have worked in three clinics in different capacities and in January 2020 I also started teaching Radiology to future Veterinary Technicians at Sheridan College.

I am very interested in veterinary surgery; my main goal is to help every pet feel as pain-free as possible after their procedure. I am, in fact, allergic to most cats and dogs, but that doesn’t stop me from doing what I love. I have two pets; a Morkie named Maui, and a cat, Mocha Bean, who live with my parents in Toronto.

Registered Veterinary Technician

Beverley

I have always loved animals and knew I wanted to incorporate animals into my everyday life, at work and at home. Originally my plan was to work with reptiles including alligators. I did my college placement at a reptile zoo where I realized there wasn't much nursing care involved with gators. After I graduated from the Veterinary Technician program at Northern College in 2006, I started working at a small animal practice where I realized I was meant to be working with cats and dogs. Throughout my career I have worked at 3 different small animal hospitals, and academia at OVC. I have a special interest in nursing care, critical care and teaching/mentoring,. I love all animals but have a special love for cats. I live with my husband, 2 year old son Carter, Shar pei cross Cletus and my geriatric cat Jeezy.

Registered Veterinary Technician

Tanya

I am currently working as a veterinary assistant here at CMVH, and have been a part of this practice since 2008. Since the age of 16, I have been working in the veterinary field—starting out as weekend kennel staff, then becoming a receptionist, and finally becoming a veterinary assistant. I am now in school to obtain certification as a Registered Veterinary Technician to further my career in this field.

As long as I can remember, I have always worked with, and continued wanting to work with animals. When I was younger, I travelled and participated in canine sports, and volunteered with various rescues. I have four pets of my own: a rescue Lab mix named Annie and three rescue cats—Annabella, Dallas, and Tinkerbell (who has three legs).

Veterinary Assistant & Client Care Representative

Janice

I’ve always loved animals. When I was younger, I had a pug who ended up with eye issues and needed a lot of medical work-up. She ended up going blind, and that’s when I decided I wanted to work with animals. I began my career with animals as a dog groomer, but I really didn't love it and made the jump to working as a Veterinary Assistant . I've really enjoyed joining the team at Caledon Mountain and seeing the different orthopedic surgeries and complex soft tissue surgeries, and I love getting to scrub in to assist when needed. I currently have two pugs named Max and Noah, and a cat named Gibson.

Veterinary Assistant & Client Care Representative

Heather

I always knew I loved animals from a young age and I was thrilled when, after years of bugging, my parents got a me a dog. He was a little Sheltie named Jasper and we did everything together for the next 11 years. When he was about nine I noticed a change in him, and a trip to the vet diagnosed him with diabetes. I learned how to give insulin, take glucose curves and for the next two years was his sole caregiver. It broke my heart to have to say goodbye to him after 11 years, but the love and happiness he gave me over that lifetime was what bonded me to the animal industry. I volunteered and then eventually took a job with the veterinarian who cared for Jasper during his illness, and I have been in love with being a veterinary assistant ever since.

Client Care Representative

Madison

I graduated from the University of Guelph, where I majored in animal biology and minored in nutrition. Upon graduating, I went on to complete a one-year equine certification from Guelph-Ridgetown College. I have always had a passion and love for animals, and have worked with a variety of species in all different capacities within the animal field. When I’m not at work, I enjoy relaxing with a good book, and spending time with my friends and my three dogs Malley, Murphy and Henry.

Veterinary Assistant & Client Care Representative

Jade

Bio coming soon!

Client Care Representative

Sophie

Bio coming soon!

Veterinary Assistant & Client Care Representative

Jessica

Growing up I always had a lot of family pets from a tiny hamster to a big horse, and everything in between. When there was anything in need of a home my Mom and I would always take them in, what’s one more right? I think that’s what led me to become an RVT. I was always drawn to the ‘broken’ ones that just needed some love.... and some vet work! Helping those animals growing up always made me so happy, and I knew I wanted to do that for more animals! I have been an RVT since 2019 and it has been the most diverse and rewarding career. I love making sure every patient is as fear free and pain free at every visit and that they are able to find a friend in myself and the rest of the CMVH team! When I’m not at work I still surround myself with 4 legged creatures,

Registered Veterinary Technician

Hanna

I have been surrounded by animals, large and small, for my entire life and I could not imagine it any other way. From the very start, my family was always the first to take in any pet that needed a good home with some extra love and attention. I've kept this mindset close to my heart as I grew up, and the second I had my own home I knew I had to open it up to some furry friends.

Of course, it's no surprise that it still wasn't enough and I found myself gravitating towards the animal industry. I started out working in pet boarding facilities - while I love the socialization and exercise aspects, my true passion lay within the wellness and health of these fur babies. So here I am! At Caledon Mountain Vet, not a day goes back that I am not learning about, laughing with and loving every creature I meet. Outside of CMVH, I can be found running my small business, Imagery Unleashed Photography. I am blessed to be able to combine my two passions, pets and photography, to capture shots of sweet animals and the beautiful relationships with their humans. I think it's safe to say, I have a teensy obsession with animals of all shapes and sizes. And I'm pretty sure I'm in the right place with the right people to share my enthusiasm!

Veterinary Assistant & Client Care Representative

Kelsey

Bio Coming Soon!

Registered Veterinary Technician