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John is proud to be part of a team that is on the leading edge of veterinary technology with the introduction of novel surgical and medical treatment techniques. For common orthopedic, oncological, ophthalmological, dental and dermatological cases. He is trained in regenerative medicine including non-invasive therapeutic cold laser therapy, platelet rich plasma joint injections and stem cell therapy. He is skilled in the use of high definition ultrasonography for gastrointestinal, soft tissue and cardiology cases. Dr. Wilson has adopted “Fear Free” and “Cat Friendly” practices and sees a marked improvement in patient comfort when at the clinic.
“I am excited about all the advancements in medical and information technology and the animal behaviour knowledge we are using in our practice. This makes it easier for owners to access our care team and allows us to provide the best diagnoses and highest quality of care to our patients”
Dr. Wilson sees that our pets bring out the very best qualities in us all. “I love meeting people with their animals. Pets make us all laugh, they’re disarming, they relax us, comfort us, humble us. What a unique bond.” He is driven by the daily challenge of doing the right thing for his clients’ loved ones. Always smiling, he’s known for doing this in a fun loving, humorous way.
He shares his time away from the clinic with his new canine co-pilot “Thor” a silly playful Yellow Labrador Retriever. John regularly travels to wild remote fly-fishing destinations to immerse himself into the rhythm of the natural surroundings and to encounter and photograph other animal species.
Dr. Kaufmann has been practicing veterinary medicine for 15+ years since graduating from the University of Queensland in Australia. Prior to that he completed his Bachelors of Science from the University of Guelph, and then received his Master’s from the University of Alberta.
Dr. Kaufmann and Dr. Wilson are proud owners of the Bayridge Animal Hospital. Striving to provide comprehensive, compassionate, care to the pets in the Kingston and surrounding area. Jeff has been part of the Bayridge Animal Care Team for close to 10 years. Jeff is very social and interactive with clients and their pets and enjoys every aspect of veterinary medicine including: preventative medicine, soft tissue surgery and orthopedic surgery, and small animal internal medicine.
Jeff and his wife, Lauren own a farm on the east side of Kingston. They live there with their son Joe and daughter Emilie along with their Australian Cattle Dog named Roo and two cats,Toni and Ninja. Jeff enjoys working on the farm and spending time with his family at their cottage on the Rideau Canal; playing hockey in the men’s league in Kingston; and coaching his children’s sports teams.
Something different no one knows about Jeff…he was trained to dart wild animals in South Africa. Some of the animals included elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, and rhinos……really comes in handy in Kingston!
Dr. Funnell has a keen interest in learning. In 2017 she completed a hands-on dental training and extraction course in Baltimore, Maryland. In 2018, she completed a canine and feline abdominal ultrasound course in Guelph, Ontario; an area of particular interest. She has also recently become Fear Free Certified, meaning she has been extensively trained to help prevent and manage fear, anxiety and stress in cats and dogs. Dr. Funnell adopts these practices into her visits to minimize and prevent stress experienced by her patients during their clinic visits.
Dana likes to relax by spending time hiking, crafting, singing, travelling and with her horse Victor. Dana and her husband Rick enjoy playing trivia, entertaining family and friends at their home, playing board games, golfing, attending concerts and music festivals, hockey, and dining. They share their home with 2 dogs and a cat. Fredrick, the cat, is the one with the attitude – no surprise! Cayley, their blind senior Boston Terrier, and Budzo, a three legged senior Border Collie love to cuddle up in front of the TV and receive all the love and attention her and Rick have to offer!
Megan spends her free time training and competing in canine agility with Lyla her miniature poodle, and Gordie her standard poodle. Megan also enjoys hiking, running, biking, and reading.
Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Rebecca pursued a joint degree in Biology and International Development at the University of Guelph, where she developed an interest in zoonotic disease and global health. These interests, along with some family ties, pulled Rebecca overseas to the UK where she graduated from the University of Glasgow’s veterinary medicine program in June 2022. At the University of Glasgow, Rebecca furthered her passion for small animal medicine and was the recipient of the Small Animal Practice award for her year. While Scotland will always be her second home, she is looking forward to being back in Canada for the next chapter.
Drawn to the outdoors and with a love of being on the water, Kingston was an easy choice. She feels fortunate to have joined the equal parts knowledgeable and supportive team at Bayridge Animal Hospital. She looks forward to meeting you and the four-legged members of your family!
In her spare time, Rebecca loves getting outside and exploring local trails – whether running, hiking, or on skis! She has a border collie puppy named Clyde to join her on her adventures.
Dr Lisa lives in the country west of Kingston with her husband, William, their three children and two cats. As a family they have loved hiking the trails and camping in the area, Frontenac Provincial Park being a favourite destination. The Junior Gaels soccer program has left an incredible impact on each of the children, with many evenings spent on the soccer pitches around the city. When not hiking or playing soccer, they can be found out on Collin’s Bay, kayaking with the Limestone Boat and Board Club. Along with many school and church activities, the Vander Wilp family feels blessed to call Kingston home.
Dr Lisa is “grateful to have been welcomed onto the compassionate, collaborative, dedicated team at Bayridge Animal Hospital”. As a lifelong learner with a heart for community and relationships, she hopes her skills, experience and passions will complement the team and benefit the people and pets she has the pleasure of meeting.
Dr. Cadieux did her undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph in Biomedical Science before taking the long journey across Stone Road to complete her veterinary medicine degree at the Ontario Veterinary College. During this time, she developed her professional interests in surgery and internal medicine. Mia is excited to continue her professional development and pursue these interests while serving the Kingston community and working with the amazing team at Bayridge Animal Hospital.
Keeping with her theme of being active, Mia played 4 years of varsity soccer during her time in Guelph. While Mia still loves the sport, she now prefers to spend her free time biking, skiing, running, climbing, and hiking. When she isn’t moving, Mia spends her downtime exploring coffee shops and restaurants (any recommendations are welcomed!), watching TV and cuddling up with her new puppy, June! Mia and her partner Jake adopted June from a local rescue organization and have been loving every second of having a dog of their own!
