Sandra has since loved every minute of her career and enjoys being challenged with new ideas and ways of bettering the life of pet owners. We are constantly impressed by how she knows each of our clients by name and their pets certainly know her; Sandra is that comforting familiar smiling face that we all appreciate.
Sandra’s years of experience provides her with the tools to be able to find solutions to everyone’s requests and adds tremendous value to our practice. She has been invaluable in communications with clients, as she is the first point of contact and follow-up in most cases. In Sandra’s words, she “loves animals and she loves people who love their animals”.
Sandra is surrounded by love when she returns home at the end of her day as she is greeted by her cats: Bucky, Sarge and Lord Stanley and let’s remember her black lab.
Sandra is both a friend and neighbour to many of our clients at Bayridge Animal Hospital. Her lifetime of working with vets, pets and people is a huge asset to our clinic. She recognizes the importance of providing everyone with the highest standard of personal attention and we are honoured to have her as part of our care team.
Lisa has been working in vet clinics for 20 plus years, the majority of them as a Veterinary Technician. She is an extremely knowledgeable, diligent, efficient and caring person. Lisa ensures that nothing is left to chance when it comes to the pets in our care. Her main role now has become the main anesthetic, surgery and recovery technician. Lisa undertakes her charge with supreme vigilance and attention to detail. It is such a comfort knowing that she is so serious about the safety of the animals while they are at the clinic. Lisa knows animal behaviour so well that she has taught all of her colleagues what signs to look for when an animal is in pain or distress, and thus she is able to apply any means necessary to relieve this discomfort or pain. Her level of empathy and care for the animals is a force that unites us all and reminds us why we are doing what we are doing.
From a young age, Lisa has always sought out the company of animals and her career at Bayridge Animal Hospital in particular allows her to fulfill this desire as well as her desire to be around like minded people and pet owners. Lisa enjoys working with Drs. that are keen on learning advanced and innovative procedures such as the Tight Rope Cranial Cruciate Repair technique. She is usually the tech that scrubs in to assist with this procedure and knows it almost as well as the surgeon. She also loves using new technologies such as ultrasound, anesthetic monitoring equipment including capnography, digital radiography and state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. Lisa is most versed in pain management techniques and the importance of this.
Lisa’s greatest pleasure in life is spending time with her husband, her Boxer, Cassie and her cat, George; we are fans of them all!
Kim has always been an animal lover; she knew at a very young age that she wanted to work with animals. “There is a quote that sums up why I love my job, when I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I feel a soul. There is something incredibly profound in the human/animal bond. I love sharing the joys of a new puppy or kitten with the clients. I love the nursing side of my job".
At the end of the day Kim and her family are surrounded by their furry companions, Scout and Griffin. Scout, a yellow Labrador retriever, and Griffin, a beautiful domestic short hair orange tabby. Kim loves spending time with her husband and two children at their family cottage on the St. Lawrence River. Kim loves watching her kids play sports’ she is an avid reader and loves to swim and travel.
We are very happy to have Kim’s experience and passion as part of our care team.
“I feel privileged to be a Veterinary Technician. I get to build relationships that are unique to this profession. I share joy in times of happiness, and provide comfort in times of despair. I could not think of a better purpose than that of a Vet Tech. I take pride in knowing that I am making a difference in our furry friend’s lives.”
Where did you go to school?
St. Lawrence College, Kingston, ON
When did you graduate?
2008
How long have you been working?
Since 2009
"I have three cats: Sugar, Cole, and Crisco.
Sugar was first to steal my heart when I was in my 2nd year of Vet Tech. I met him through school at the Kingston Humane Society. He was a scraggly mess with almost no hair from a flea allergy and he also had a bad upper respiratory tract infection. During the time I worked with him he would drool and knead his paws in happiness! I took him home shortly after meeting him and I have now had him for almost 11 years!
Crisco moved in at the same time my boyfriend did. He is appropriately named! He is always hungry and in search for food! He loves to give head butts and steal my spot on the bed!
Cole has been the newest addition to the family, though not that new, he's been around for almost 5 years! He came from the Kingston Humane Society, we had originally went to look at another cat but Cole warmed his way into our heart! He is a bit spoiled in comparison to the other two as he is still the “baby” of the bunch! “
What do you do for fun?
“I have recently re-discovered my artistic side and create what are known as Poseable Art Dolls. It is mainly animals or fantasy creatures that I focus on making. I get to utilize many artistic talents such as sculpting, painting, pattern making, sewing, and so much more! I have shared many of my creations on social media as well have sold a few of my pieces. My FAVOURITE thing to do is just relax at home and watch movies or play video games!”
Working with animals and their human families was so inspiring for Kathleen that in 2017 she went back to school to become a nurse, graduating in 2020. She now splits her time between Bayridge Animal Hospital and a human hospital – she feels very privileged to be able to provide care for all kinds of beings – human & animal alike!
When she is not working in some form of hospital, Kathleen can be found with her near-constant companion – a mixed breed dog named Prim. Whether it is a simple snuggle at the end of a long day or an adventurous hike somewhere in our beautiful country, Kathleen & Prim are likely tackling it together!
Tasha is a huge animal advocate and always has the animal's best interest at heart.
She will never pass up the opportunity to spend quality time with her family and friends. However, the love of her life is her dog, Dallas!
Tasha is a bright light for our clients and our team.
"Veterinary medicine is a passion of mine and I have learned so much over the years working at Bayridge alongside an incredibly knowledgeable and caring team, who share the same passion. I have gotten to know our clients and their pets over the years and their love and dedication to their animals inspires me to be the best technician I can for them and their pets ."
Ashleigh is a mother of 2 boys and has a German Shepherd named "Rocky" and an off track Thoroughbred mare named "Antalya" who she is currently re-training to be her next competition partner. She enjoys horseback riding and spending time with her family.
“Veterinary medicine has always been a dream of mine and everyday I am working I learn new things that will help me be a better technician. I enjoy learning from all of my coworkers at Bayridge as they all have so much knowledge to spread around.”
Outside of work, Kate loves spending time with her friends and family, as well as her English bulldog “Gemma”.
She graduated from St. Lawrence College Veterinary Technology program in 2011. From there she moved to Edmonton Alberta and lived there for 7 years, falling in love with the Alberta lifestyle. She moved back to the Kingston area in the summer of 2017 and joined Bayridge Animal Hospital in 2021. Sarah loves the different species of animals and enjoys learning more about exotics any chance she gets.
When she isn't at the clinic she is spending time with her 4 kids and partner either fishing or exploring the outdoors. She has 2 cats, Little Texas and Leo Grey, and 2 dogs, Willow and Reba. She loves country music and camping.
Deb grew up in Stouffville Ontario and graduated from Seneca College as a Veterinary Technician in 1993 but made her way to the beautiful Rideau Lakes area 2 years later and vowed to never go back!
She most enjoys spending her free time with her son Rory, watching him compete in various sports activities and spending quality time with family and friends, furry ones included.
Karen’s goal has always been to be a voice for the animals she cares for. She loves the variety that small animal medicine provides and has a special interest in pain management and anesthesia.
When not at work, you will find Karen enjoying time with her husband and 2 daughters as well as her 3 ginger kitties, Henry, Mac and George!