Our Care Team
Website Bios – Care Team
Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)
Lead Technician
Hey I’m Caitlin, For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to help animals regardless of what species they are! I grew up in Cape Breton and moved to Truro in 2010 when I started college at NSAC. I completed 2 diploma’s and competed on the varsity woodsmen team while enrolled in university. I graduated and became an RVT in 2016 and worked at 2 busy practices before joining the Truro Veterinary Hospital in 2018. Veterinary medicine is always changing and I enjoy how different my job is day to day!I live with my husband Scott and our daughter Adeline on a 50 acre hobby farm outside Truro. We have a range of animals and keep expanding every few years.
Hi there, I am Shannon, I have been a resident of Truro all my life. I graduated from Tech School in 2018. I joined the Truro Veterinary Team in February 2018. I have my little dog Lola as well as 3 beautiful kitties, Tanner, Lynx, and Tank in my home. What interests me the most is assisting with surgery here at the clinic. In my spare time I like to garden, relax by the Beach and hang out with my pets, and my daughter Hope.
My name is Anna, I grew up on a hobby farm in Toney River NS, raising and owning many different types of animals. I knew at a young age that helping animals was my passion, and from the moment I heard about the tech program at the AC I knew that is what I wanted to do. I graduated in 2015, and I was lucky enough to become a part of the Truro Vet team in February of 2019.I love that the world of veterinary medicine is constantly changing and growing to benefit and suit the needs of each individual patient. I love that here at Truro Vet we strive to be fear free and feline friendly, and do everything we can to keep our patients comfortable and happy while providing them with the best and most thorough care possible.
Hi I’m Monique, I grew up in Cape Breton and moved to Truro to take the Veterinarian Technician Program at the AC. I joined the Truro Vet team after my work term in 2020. My boyfriend Evan and I have 3 cats, Pip, Tula, and Otis, and a puppy named Rex. When I’m not at work I enjoy taking Rex out for a walk or curling up with the cats.
AHT Graduates
Veterinary Assistants
Receptionists
K9 Trainer
Howdy, I’m Kaila and I wear many hats here at Truro Vet. I am a Canine Trainer, Receptionist and Veterinary Assistant. I’m originally from Shubenacadie, NS and I started work in 2007. My favourite aspect of my job is when I can help a client train their dog to be well mannered and a pleasure to be around. Oh, and puppies, of course! When I’m not working I enjoy horseback riding and training my two Nova Scotia Duck Tollers, Indy and Quill. I also have two cats, Thom and Parelli, a bunch of horses, sheep, cows and chickens and one husband, Andrew. I love it when Quill climbs into bed and sleeps next to me with his head on the pillow (good thing he doesn’t snore) or when Indy brings me his Kong to fill up with Peanut Butter.
Management
Hi, I’m Juanita, Practice Manager at Truro Vet since 1995. I’m a life long resident of Truro, NS. At home, my husband Wayne and I have six beautiful critters. Athena our Golden Retriever; Sir Scrappy, Gilbert, and Lucy the cats; JJ and Winston the Guinea Pigs. They frequently play with our two-legged kids, Maddie, Farley and Andrew. In my rare spare time I enjoy walking at the park with the whole family. I love it when I have a lap full of cats!
Hey there, my name is Wiggles, “Quality Control Technician” at Truro Vet since 2011. I arrived as an adorable bundle of cuteness and the staff just couldn’t bear to let me go. Since no one at Truro Vet gets away without working hard, I appointed myself in charge of product testing, ensuring each new toy, treat and bag of food is up to my tough standards. In my spare time I chase flies, get baths from friendly dogs and enjoy naps in the basket on the front desk. I love it when Kaila plays with me…one day soon I’ll catch that red dot!
Meow, I’m Sweet Pea! The new boss lady at Truro Vet, despite what Wiggles thinks! In July 2021 I was adopted from the CARMA Colchester Chapter to be a little brat, I mean sister, for Wiggles. I spend most of my time trying to find holes in the ceiling tunnel constructed by Dr. Gwen, allowing us access between the upstairs staff room and the downstairs floor. Lately, I have kept Dr. Gwen very busy trying to find my destructive holes in the tunnel! When I’m not keeping Dr. Gwen busy, I spend my time playing with Wiggles, basking in the sun, and stealing pens from Juanita, our Hospital Managers desk. The Ladies at Truro Vet seem to like me even though I plot ways to challenge them, like making them think “outside the box” to keep me from eating Wiggles’ food – they seem to have won that battle by purchasing a microchip feeder for us both. When I grow up, I want to be smart enough to figure out a way to eat out of Wiggles’ feeder…I will conquer it one day!
Former Management
Gone But Not Forgotten (1996-2015)
Victor came to Truro Vet as an adult stray brought in by Juanita in the summer 1997. His easy going nature won him the love of Cecelia and other staff. Soon it was decided he was a keeper.
Victor benefited Truro Vet immensely. He donated blood to other sick cats in need. He let us demonstrate how to trim nails and give a cat a pill. He was a ball of fur to cry into on a really heartbreaking day. While not always happy about his job, he made the best of it and enjoyed his ‘thank you’ cuddle afterwards.
Walking on keyboards, calling other phone extensions in the building, befriending rodent and bird patients were just a few of his quirky qualities. If you poured your milk/cream before adding your coffee, do it quick or Victor would be lapping up the dairy. The day he was diagnosed with a dairy allergy was probably the worst day of his life!
Victor, words can not express how much we will miss you. Your curiosity and affectionate nature made you a credit to all cats. Rest easy and we will see you at Rainbow Bridge.