Veterinarians
Dr. Jeff Dand
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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).
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Dr. Mallory GreenDr. Mallory Green grew up on a farm outside of Blackie, AB, south of Calgary, and had a love of animals from a young age. After high school she attended Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts on a hockey scholarship graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology in 2009. She obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the University of Calgary in 2015. After graduating vet school she worked for four years in mixed animal veterinary practice in Carstairs, AB, before coming to Westmount Animal Clinic. In her spare time Dr. Green enjoys hiking, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and traveling.
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Dr. Chavonne Bertamini
Dr. Chavonne Bertamini grew up in Calgary, Alberta where she gained a passion for veterinary medicine through volunteering and growing up with her family pets. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Calgary; afterward, she traveled for a year before heading back to school and completing her DVM at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in Basseterre, St. Kitts in 2018. She then completed a small animal rotating internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 2019.
Dr. Bertamini is new to our team and enjoys spending time going to the dog park, going to the gym, and finding new restaurant’s. In her free time, Dr. Bertamini keeps busy with her not so well trained but very lovable 3-year-old Golden Retriever.
Dr. Bertamini is new to our team and enjoys spending time going to the dog park, going to the gym, and finding new restaurant’s. In her free time, Dr. Bertamini keeps busy with her not so well trained but very lovable 3-year-old Golden Retriever.
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
Tegan
Tegan Graduated from GPRC Fairview college as a Registered Veterinary Technologist in spring of 2015. Since then, shehas been practicing in many different aspects of veterinary medicine from emergency to exotics and has a special interest in anesthesiology and small animal nutrition.
Tegan’s 3 year old golden retriever mix, Bowie. is always up for an adventure and the pair can be seen all over the community or hiking a little further west in the mountains. In the off chance you can actually catch her at home, Tegan can be found sewing and creating.
Tegan’s 3 year old golden retriever mix, Bowie. is always up for an adventure and the pair can be seen all over the community or hiking a little further west in the mountains. In the off chance you can actually catch her at home, Tegan can be found sewing and creating.
Technician Assistants and Client Care Specialists
Carolyn
A Native of Colorado, Carolyn moved to Calgary on December 31, 2019, to join her husband John, a Toronto native who moved here in July to pursue a second career.Carolyn spent eleven-years in pet nutrition sales and was the owner of the "Furry Princess", a pet sitting service. She is mom to Michael, her twenty-four year old son. In her spare time, Carolyn loves to travel, hike, attend Calgary Flames games and explore all that Calgary has to offer.
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.
Hannah
Hannah was born and raised in Calgary. Her love for animals started at a young age, with her childhood pets. She has grown up around dogs, cats, and rabbits! Hannah has been pet sitting since the age of 18. Her passion lies with cats; but loves working with all animals. Hannah currently has 3 cats, Indie (1), Oliver (10), and Jake (14). Eventually, Hannah would like to go back to school to become a Registered Vet Tech! In her free time, during the summer, Hannah loves spending time outdoors and camping in British Columbia and Alberta. In the colder months you can find her curled up on the couch, with a cup of chai tea, knitting or reading a good book.
Skye
Skye was raised in Calgary, where she grew up with her family and their family dog, Jack. She pursued a degree in biochemistry, medical and molecular biology at UBC Okanagan, and played for three years on the university volleyball team where she contributed to winning a CIS National Bronze Medal. After spending time in many fields, from a year in engineering, to four summers of research, Skye finally realized her passion was veterinary medicine, and is now working towards her goal of becoming a vet. In her free time, if not spending time with her foster animals or Jack, you can find Skye on the volleyball court playing, coaching, or refereeing, or pursuing crazy outdoor adventures (especially skiing!).
Jenni
Jenni is a born and raised Calgarian who loves this city. Her passions include her family, music, movies and, of course, the wonderful animals that bless our lives. She has been happily married to her best friend, Rich, for 10 years and they both enjoy spending time at the race track where Rich and their son rip around on 2 wheels. They also enjoy hanging out with the other kids, both furry and human - they have quite the menagerie. Jenni has also been a dj in Calgary since 2000 and is part of the original 3 dj's that started the dj collective "Girls on Decks". She also can be caught enjoying Star Wars and Marvel Movies or having her nose in comics or graphic novels.