Hope Harvey

Office Manager/Veterinary Technician 

Hi, my name is Hope, I am a office manager and veterinary technician here at the hospital. I grew up in a small country town, working in animal care fields starting from a young age. I am always surrounded by wildlife, living within a forest, and grew up with Rottweilers and fish in our family home; love for animals has never been hard for me. I always wanted to incorporate animals within my adult life as well, and to continue my growth and knowledge by providing the best quality care to all animals in any way I can. In the open spots of my busy schedule, I paint animals and landscapes for my online gallery, pursuing more creative endeavors.

Ally Pentz

Head Veterinary Technician 

Hey, my name is Ally! I currently work as a veterinary technician here at Vista Park Animal Hospital and have been employed at the clinic since July 2021. I'm a graduate from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelors of Arts. I am currently a student member of the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) and am also enrolled at Thompson Rivers University in the Veterinary Technology program, to pursue further education and my passion in the veterinary field.

For my entire life, I've grown up around animals; many being my own pets, including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, birds , rats, fish, and a hermit crab! I also volunteer at a rescued farmed animal sanctuary, where I was previously employed as the full time on-site caregiver, until starting my career at Vista Park Animal Hospital, as I had a desire to develop and enhance my animal care skills in a focused and professional environment that is designed to serve my community. I've always wanted to work in a veterinary clinic where I have the opportunity to build on my experience and expertise giving back to animals. Being a pet owner, I understand how special our fur babies are and the importance of giving them the best care possible throughout their lives.

Avery Jones

Veterinary Technician

Hey! My name is Avery and I work as a Veterinary technician at VPAH. I started working here in August of 2022 after graduating from the Animal Care program at Durham College. I grew up with 2 cats, fish, adopted 2 dogs in 2018, and recently adopted a puppy! I've always loved animals and knew I wanted to work with them from a very young age. Since I've been around animals for as long as I can remember, I have learned the importance of treating every pet I meet as my own. In my free time I enjoy playing with my dogs, watching Netflix, and going up North to my cottage in the summer. I hope to continue learning about animal care to improve my skills and advance in the Veterinary field.

Terri

Veterinary Assistant

My name is Terri and I am a veterinary assistant here at VPAH. When I was younger there was always multiple cats and a dog in our family. As a mom of 2 children, we have had chickens, Fergie, Chicken and Mrs. Parker, a Peking and a Calling duck, Missy and Stephen, many rabbits (to many to name ) a hamster, Bear , a Guinea pig named , Stephen and a red eared slider turtle named Morla, The ancient One.

However, it was my dog Ginger, who made me want to get started in the animal field. Ginger became elderly, giving her lots of love and the best comfort possible was my priority. I am a registered dog Massage therapist, I have my First aid for Dogs and I have my Animal Care Assistant from CDI College.

The hope, is to go back to school again and become a veterinary technician.

Currently, in my home I have 5 cats, Stinker, Walter, Peanut, Kevin and Fable and a dog, Flash.

"Pets aren’t our whole life…but they make our lives whole "

Cassie Somers

Veterinary Assistant

Hi, my name is Cassie Somers. I am a Veterinary assistant here at Vista Park Animal Hospital, I grew up in a small town on some property. Working in the animal care field has always been something I have wanted to do since I was little.

My love for animals has always been a big part of me and now I am living my childhood dream and pursuing my veterinary career here at VPAH. I’ve grown up with many dogs in my family, 1 of them being my own dog Skylar that I adopted in 2021. Ever since I adopted Skylar, I knew I wanted to incorporate animals into my adult life.

I hope to keep pursuing my veterinary career to improve my skills and pursue further in this field. In my free time outside of work, I race professional women's motocross and love to spend time camping with my family or taking my dog Skylar on trails walks in the forest.