Veterinarians |
Dr. Jeff Dand
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 Victoria and Calgary. His three rescue pets at home are Cola (Pitbull/Lab Cross), Dexter (Brussels Griffon) & Sheriff (Domestic Longhair Cat).
Dr. Kaylan Elock
Originally from Sherwood Park, AB, Dr. Elock obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon (University of Saskatchewan) in 2007. She loves this area of the city and has worked in the area since moving to Calgary in 2008. Dr. Elock enjoys all aspects of general practice but especially dentistry and medicine. She loves the relationships built with patients and clients. Dr. Elock and her husband Ron have 2 boys (Emmitt and Carter), 2 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 fish; they enjoy hiking, camping, and playing baseball.
Dr. Morgan Primrose
Dr. Morgan Primrose graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2013, after completing an undergraduate degree in Animal Biology at the University of Alberta. She then spent the next 4 years practising as an emergency veterinarian within Calgary, gaining a broad spectrum of skills and experience within the field. She continues to maintain a strong interest in emergency medicine, surgery and exotic animal care. Having an active family at home, she decided to continue her love of veterinary medicine in a general small animal practice, thus joining our team in 2017.
When not at work Morgan can be found with her two-legged, four-legged,
fur, feather and scale family, comprised of 3 kids, 4 large dogs, 4 cats, 6 warmblood horses, a Congo African grey parrot, and 2 ball python snakes. There is not a critter, big or small, she doesn’t love
When not at work Morgan can be found with her two-legged, four-legged,
fur, feather and scale family, comprised of 3 kids, 4 large dogs, 4 cats, 6 warmblood horses, a Congo African grey parrot, and 2 ball python snakes. There is not a critter, big or small, she doesn’t love
Dr. Alan Leung
Alan was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. Due to his love of travelling, he attended Ross University of Veterinary Medicine in the Caribbeans and obtained his degree in 2016. Furthermore, he finished his veterinary training at Purdue University of Veterinary Medicine in West Lafayette, Indiana during his clinical year. He came back to Calgary to spend more time with his family. Having grown up in a Cantonese speaking family, he is both fluent in Cantonese and English. When he is not working hard for his patients and clients, he loves to spend time with his teacup poodles and huskies.
Management
Nicole Gigian, RVT
Originally from Manitoba, Nicole moved to Alberta several years ago. She grew up loving all animals but had a special passion for horses. Following her passion, she received her diploma in the Animal Health Technology program in 2008. As a new RVT, she worked in a variety of different areas in the veterinary world including small animal, equine, emergency care, and bovine embryo transfer. Working in these different areas allowed her to gain vast knowledge and experience. After moving to Alberta, she was hired on with Dand Veterinary Clinics as an RVT and helped Dr. Dand to bring Springbank Pet Hospital from the ground up. Over the years she has helped with the opening of several clinics including a few on Vancouver Island and soon realized her passion for management as well as the business side of veterinary clinics. She now manages and operates the four Dand clinics in Calgary and is enjoying every moment of it. She currently has two pets, Nim a little black cat and Phoebe a rescue white shepherd mix.
Registered Veterinary Technologists
Lindsey
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.
Brooklynn
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.
Corey
Bio coming soon....
Veterinary Assistants
Alisa
Alisa has always had a love for animals. She graduated from Olds College in 2017 to become a Veterinary Technical Assistant. Though she loves all animals, she's always had a soft spot for cats having six of her own; Loki, Arthas, Titus, Anneka, Sora and Banter, as well as her corgi pup Queenie. In her free time, Alisa enjoys writing short stories and reading.
Kennedy
Kennedy graduated from the Olds College Veterinary Technical Assistant program in 2016. After 4 years in the construction/oil and gas industry, she started at Springbank Pet Resort. While she enjoyed working at the Resort, Kennedy soon realized that she wanted to be on the technical side of the industry and joined the West Springs Vet team. When shes not at West Springs Vet Hospital or at the Resort Kennedy spends her free time hanging out with her two golden retrievers Jude and Leia.
Client Care Specialists
Casi
Casi grew up in Calgary and has had a love for animals since she was old enough to walk. Family have always encouraged her passion ranging from cats to dogs to horses. Her previous work in a veterinary clinic further confirmed her conviction in a career with animals. Casi’s passions include her two sons, Max and Sam as well as her two loving dogs, Boomer, an English Mastiff and Gus, a French Bulldog. In her down time Casi loves walking her two fur babies as well as her love of cooking. Being a part of the team at West Springs Veterinary Hospital provides Casi the opportunity to share her compassion and love of animals with her clients.
Sonja
Sonja was born and raised in Calgary. She is in her final semester of a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering with a Specialization in Biomedical Engineering and a Minor in Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary. Ever since a young age Sonja has been passionate about animals and hopes to continue her schooling in the future as veterinarian. When she’s not in school, studying or spending time with her dog, Kiki, Sonja loves to spend her free time skiing and traveling.