Doctors
Jeff Dand - DVM & Owner/Operator
Jeff graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College in 1997 and then continued on to Florida to complete his Veterinary internship. While in Florida Jeff focused on canine behavior and dermatology. Since then Jeff has operated several clinics in Calgary and Airdrie always with a priority of great client service and patient care. He now spends his time between his Calgary clinics as well as his clinics in Victoria. His three rescue pets at home are Cola (Pitbull/Lab Cross), Dexter (Brussels Griffon) & Sheriff (Domestic Longhair Cat).
Kathy Kimmel - BSc DVM
Kathy graduated from WCVM in 2000 and then completed a one year rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery in West Hartford, CT. Kathy then spent four years in a private practice in Penticton BC. Deciding she wanted to try something a little different, she switched to full time emergency medicine for eight years in Edmonton. As an active competitor in dog sports, particularly agility, obedience and herding, Kathy developed an interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation, completing her certification in rehab through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute. She spent the last 16 months doing full time canine rehabilitation at WCVM as well as learning animal Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy through the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Centre and acupuncture through the Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians program.
Management
Stephanie Jesudian - Practice Administrator
Bio Coming Soon!
Registered Veterinary Technologists
Shaina Horkoff
Shaina grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan where caring for animals was part of her daily life. As an adult, she had a successful 10-year career working in the oil and gas industry. It was a personal experience with her dog Roxy, that set in motion the path to a career as a Registered Veterinary Technologist. The experience prompted her to investigate careers in veterinary medicine where she came upon the Olds College AHT program. She enrolled soon after and graduated from the program in 2016. We met Shaina when she came to us to complete her practicum for the program and well, we wouldn’t let her leave.
You will find Shaina in most rehabilitation appointments working with Dr. Kathy Kimmel closely. She is qualified in Class IV Laser and trained to operate the water treadmill for both dogs and cats. She loves her work and is excited about utilizing new treatments we have to offer like PRP Therapy and Therapeutic Ultrasound. Shaina has two tabbies of her own, Rosie and Bella. These inseparable shorthaired sisters came to Shaina while at school after they were found abandoned. |
Lindsey Stobo
Lindsey was born and raised in Calgary and had previously worked at the Springbank Pet Resort for 4 years. This is where she found her passion for animals and decided to pursue a job in the veterinary world. She graduated from the Animal Health Technologist program at Olds College in 2017 and now sees all the critters from the resort on the hospital side! She has 3 rescue dogs at home, a shepherd mix, a Staffordshire terrier and a Chihuahua.
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Brooklynn Edwards
Brooklynn was born and raised in red deer. She graduated from Grande Prairie College Animal Health Technology program in 2018. She has always had a passion for rehabilitation and is very excited to be qualified in class IV laser and trained to operate the water treadmill.
In her spare time she will be found with her two dogs hiking in the mountains. She has a pug named Marsha and a mini Australian shepherd named Harper.
In her spare time she will be found with her two dogs hiking in the mountains. She has a pug named Marsha and a mini Australian shepherd named Harper.
Veterinary & Rehab Assistant
Lauren Snydmiller
Lauren was born in Calgary and raised in Strathmore, AB. She grew up with three cats and a golden retriever, as well as a very sweet old Palomino horse. Always having a passion for rehabilitation, she originally planned on pursuing a career in human physiotherapy. After working on a family farm,where they bred and raised horses, she realized her passion for rehabilitation in the animal care field. Lauren and her Australian Shepherd, Abby, moved to Ontario to take a course in animal care and graduated from Sheridan College in 2018.
She is now working towards a certification in veterinary technology and rehabilitation. She is qualified in Class IV laser, as well as being trained to operate the water treadmill and perform therapeutic exercises.
In her spare time, she will be found outside with Abby exploring the mountains and experiencing various outdoor activities like snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snowboarding.
She is now working towards a certification in veterinary technology and rehabilitation. She is qualified in Class IV laser, as well as being trained to operate the water treadmill and perform therapeutic exercises.
In her spare time, she will be found outside with Abby exploring the mountains and experiencing various outdoor activities like snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snowboarding.
Client Care Specialists
Jamie Fontaine
Jamie has been exposed to the veterinary environment since she was just 12 years old. Starting with her volunteer work with the Cochrane Veterinary Care Clinic. Once she was old enough to apply for a working position, she became a receptionist/tech assistant right after graduating high school. Since then she has happily been working alongside many wonderful technicians and veterinarians helping where needed and keeping very busy. At home she has a lovely Labrador retriever named Jonsey. Never a dull day when your best friend is a lab!