South Shore Veterinary Clinic - Meet Our Staff

Dr. Doris Feitler > Veterinarian > Purchased South Shore Veterinary Clinic in 1997


Dr. Doris Feitler
Dr. Feitler has been practicing veterinary medicine since 1982. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Toronto, she applied to the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph and graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She returned to the college in 1983 to pursue an internship program and obtain a diploma in small animal surgery and medicine. Over the years, Dr. Feitler has worked with companion animals as a research associate, as an emergency clinician, as a house call practitioner, and as a private practitioner.
She purchased South Shore Veterinary Clinic in April 1997 and continues to be the presiding veterinarian caring for patients of this Georgina practice.

Kelly W. > Practice Manager > Joined South Shore Veterinary Clinic in 1998


Kelly W.
Kelly brings a strong customer service background to South Shore Veterinary Clinic. As well as having owned her own small business, Kelly has held several management positions. Her love of animals and people led her to our door. Since joining our hospital she has completed the Veterinary Hospital Management program offered at St. Lawrence College in Kingston. Kelly takes part in many continuing education courses, including accounting, and computer updating. She is currently working towards her Veterinary Hospital Managers designation.

Cathy > Office Manager > Joined South Shore Veterinary Clinic in 2000


Cathy
Cathy has worked in the Veterinary industry since 1989. Her special animal interests are cats, and reptiles. She has many hobbies such as gardening, watching movies and caring for her 3 cats. She has a passion for animals and has worked with rescue organizations to assist and place stray and injured pets. Her 3 cats, Petee, Milly and Molly were adopted through the clinic. Molly was part of a young orphaned litter Cathy cared for and bottle-fed until the age of adoption.

Karen> Registered Veterinary Technician > Joined South Shore Veterinary Clinic in 1988


Karen
As the longest standing staff member at South Shore, Karen brings animal and medical experience to the team. She is dedicated to pet health and safety, and takes initiative to constantly improve client and patient services and procedures. Karen's knowledge of veterinary medicine, and passion for her profession makes her invaluable to the animal hospital. Karen graduated from St. Lawrence College as a registered veterinary technician in 1981. She has owned a variety of pets including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters and mice.

Jenna > Veterinary Assistant > Joined South Shore Veterinary Clinic in 2010


Jenna
Jenna graduated from the Veterinary Technician Program at Georgian College in 2009 and is currently working toward her Registered Veterinary Technician designation. Jenna has a special interest in dentistry. Outside of work, you can find Jenna helping out on her family farm or riding her horses Bandit and Gypsy. Jenna also enjoys spending time with her dog Indie and her cats Bowie and Jinx.

Jess Feitler >



Jess
Jesse started at South Shore as an animal care attendant and has since taken over the responsibilities of reception. Her love of animals developed as a young girl and grew as years passed and different kinds of animals were brought home as pets. Jesse now attends York University studying History and Native Studies. When she is not working, Jesse can be found playing with her dog Bailey, who she rescued as a puppy.