Meet the Veterinarians & Team at Beamsville Animal Hospital in Beamsville, ON! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets! Please call us at (905) 563-0271 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members! Our focus is on education, both for our staff and our clients, and on treating pets and their owners as members of our own family.
Veterinarian
My love for animals and interest in veterinary medicine goes as far back as I can remember. I grew up in a pet filled household on the countryside. We were never without numerous dogs, cats chickens and a pig. Throughout high school I spent my free time volunteering at local veterinary hospitals and also had a number of weekend jobs at various dairy and pig farms.
After high school I went to Guelph University, obtained a Bachelor of Science degree and then graduated from Ontario Veterinary College in 1993. Initially I worked on Vancouver Island in a mixed animal practice. From there I worked at various small and mixed animal practices (including Smithville and Beamsville Animal Hospital). Shortly after getting married, I moved to northern British Columbia where I also worked at a mixed animal practice. During my time in British Columbia I had the opportunity to do volunteer work on various reservations helping to spay/neuter and vaccinate many of the stray dogs.
From northern British Columbia our family moved to Indonesia where we worked as development aid workers for 7 years. I had the pleasure of introducing and helping local Indonesian veterinarians develop animal health programs for the various small rain forest villages. These programs involved chickens, pigs (feral and domestic), cattle, goats and pets. At the same time
I was able to practice medicine and surgery for the pets of the many ex-patriots on the island. Indonesia gave me opportunity to develop a very balanced idea of veterinary medicine. We were often forced to work with what we had locally and it was a great challenge and often amazing to realize the impact one can have with very minimal resources.
Since we (my husband and 4 children) have returned from Indonesia I have come full circle. I am thrilled and blessed to be once again working at the Smithville and Beamsville Animal Hospitals. I am a member of various veterinary oriented organizations and associations.
I look forward to continuing to serve all of our wonderful clients and your pets.
Veterinarian
As a youngster I grew up in a home with a menagerie of pets. My parents were instrumental in creating an atmosphere of learning about science and nature. Most of our vacations were nature based. We had a subscription to Time Life Science and Nature books about the body, organs and the workings of humans and animals. This started my interest in medicine.
In high school I debated which path to follow. After spending my high school years volunteering at both a hospital and a veterinary clinic, the animals won out. I spent summers working on dairy farms and while in the country I started a new hobby; horseback riding.
I started my career in mixed animal practice and as time went on I became more involved in Companion Animal medicine which is what I practice at the Beamsville and Smithville Animal Hospitals. While I sometimes miss the days on the road caring for farm animals, I am very honoured to care for your treasured pets.
Away from work I am keep busy at home on our farm with my husband, 2 adult children and our cats and cows. I enjoy travelling, hiking and skiing. I help teach skating to beginners and first level figure skaters during the winter.
I had a dream of spending my life caring for beloved pets and gratefully my dream is a reality. I am very fortunate to work with a great team who are as caring and passionate about our clients and patients as I am. I am truly blessed.
Veterinarian
Assistant Manager/Client Care
Registered Veterinary Technician
Registered Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Assistant
Client Care Team
Exam Room Assistant
Book Keeper
