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Dr. Jeff Dand - DVM and 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 Victoria and Calgary. His three rescue pets at home are Cola (Pitbull/Lab Cross), Dexter (Brussels Griffon) & Sheriff (Domestic Longhair Cat).
Dr. Kaylan Elock - DVM
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- DVM
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 - DVM
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 - Practice Manager
Bio coming soon...
Veterinary Technologists
Lindsey
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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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Shaina
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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.
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. |
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Veterinary Assistants
Marina
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Marina is a young and enthusiastic veterinarian graduated from the Federal University of Parana. After graduation, she worked for two years in small animal internal medicine and surgery in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Due to her increasing interest in pain management and animal welfare, she completed her specialization in Veterinary Acupuncture. Currently, Marina is an IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society) certified veterinary acupuncturist pursuing the validation of her DVM diploma in North America. When she is not studying, she likes to spend time with her husband, her 3 years old daughter and her 2 cats. Being a national from Brazil, Marina is fluent in Portuguese and English
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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
Beth
Beth grew up in a small town in central Alberta and spent most of her time at her grandparents farm west of Olds. As a teenager Beth was a somewhat active horseback rider and very active in soccer and Air Cadets. After graduating from Bow Valley College with her Medical Assistant diploma Beth decided that she wanted to pursue a career in the Funeral Industry and after doing that for a while Beth went on to managing restaurants. Deciding that Beth wanted to spend more time with her family she quit managing restaurants and decided to join the Royal Canadian Air Force. Still a very active member of the Canadian Armed Forces Beth wanted to try out the Vet industry which brought her to West Springs Vet Hospital. When not at work Beth enjoys playing rugby, soccer, paintball and, hanging in the mountains. Beth loves her bald kitties very much along with her husband Geoff and her daughter Chloe.