Staff & Our Pets
Dr. Tom Honey, DVM
Our fearless leader, Dr. Tom E. Honey hails from Campbellford, Ontario. His veterinary
education took him to the esteemed Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, from which he graduated in 1989. Before too long, he saw the light and migrated to beautiful British Columbia in 1997, drawn by fond memories of the veterinary externship he did in the area. Tom spent the first few years in Squamish working hard to grow his vet practice and maintained interest in animal behavior, neurology and skin disease.
He delved into the outdoor recreation capital and some of his favorite hobbies including mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, triathlon and skiing. Tom has been a participant in the Squamish Test of Metal and has more than a few thrilling tales of two-wheeled adventure to his credit. At the moment, Tom and his partner Carol share their home with Casey, the Dachshund, Charlie the Persian cat and their bird, a Sun Conure named Willow! Tom also gets plenty of snuggles from our resident three-legged clinic cat Polar.
Dr. Angela Dattolico, DVM
Dr. Angela Dattolico was born and raised in Toronto. Her first interest in animals
began with a love of dinosaurs, and at age 4 she intended to become a paleontologist. As Angela grew, her passion for four legged creatures was transferred to horses and companion animals. Through grade and high school Angela was very involved in riding and showing horses and was also a certified riding instructor.
Angela attended the University of Guelph and completed an Honours Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology before being accepted, on her first attempt, to the Ontario Veterinary College. Throughout school a great deal of Angela’s educational and formative experience, including her externship, was related to equine studies. In 2008, Angela lost her beloved Boston Terrier, The Toad. This experience heightened her interests in companion animal medicine.
Upon graduation, Angela and her husband Aaron decided to fulfill their dream of moving to BC. In October 2010, Angela and Aaron moved to Squamish with their 2 Boston Terriers, Iggy and Freddie. Angela and Aaron enjoy the outdoors with their dogs and love to snowshoe, ski and cook. They are also actively involved with Boston Terrier Rescue Canada since 2003 and foster Boston Terriers regularly.
Deborah Morriss McKenzie, Hospital Administrator
Deborah, our behind-the-scenes helper, has been a part of the GVH team since 2003. Deborah came to GVH with a great deal of knowledge and passion for horses and large animals of all sorts as well as companion animals.
She has resided in Squamish since 1996 and lives in her beautiful home in Brackendale with her husband Grant and two children Gabriela and Teo. Their two dogs, Buck, an Australian Shepherd and Puma, a Spaniel/Terrier cross, complete the household! Deborah ensures that the clinic stays in top running order with, of course, the cooperation and help of GVH’s fantastic staff.
Aliesha Timms Wilson, Registered Animal Health Technologist
Aliesha graduated from the Animal Health Technology program at Fairview College in
Alberta and is Garibaldi Veterinary Hospital’s Head Technician. Currently she is living in Squamish with her husband Andrew and three beautiful Labs, Samwise, Zelgadis and Molly. She also has two crazy cats, Autolycus and Kolbassa. Aliesha has a special interest in elephants and hopes to someday work with them.
She spends much of her spare time devoted to her animals at home.
Aliesha is also a member of the Canadian Animal Assistance Team, which allowed her participate in a spay/neuter program in Nunavut during the summer of 2007.
Tracy Robertson, Animal Health Technologist
After the loss of her beloved dog Cody in 2008, Tracy became inspired to make a career
change focusing on animals. She is currently completing her third and final year of school through Thompson Rivers University Distance Education in the Animal Health Technology Program graduating in December 2011. Upon graduation, Tracy which will have the official title of Registered Animal Health Technologist. A title that will match her already advanced qualifications. Congratulations Tracy!
Born and raised in the Comox Valley, on Vancouver Island, Tracy moved to Squamish in 2000. She lives on her acreage in Squamish Valley with her partner Dan, their dogs Madison, Jake and Raisin and their cats Waffles and Lilo. They also have a flock of chickens raised for free range eggs. Currently, Tracy is also learning Natural Horsemanship and plans to add a horse to her family in the near future.
Lara Taylor, Veterinary Assistant
Lara joined the GVH team in October of 2004. She graduated from Granville Business
College’s Veterinary Assistant Program in March 2004 at the top of her class. She relocated to Squamish to join the GVH team from Pitt Meadows, where she grew up with her parents, brother and twin sister.
Lara purchased her first home in April 2008. She resides there with her husband Mark, his son Keegan and their dogs, Shelby, Jake and Daisy the friendly Chihuahua.
Leah Potter, Veterinary Assistant
Leah is the newest member of the GVH team! Leah was born and raised in Squamish, BC.
After moving to Campbell River in 2008 for 4 months, Leah decided she wanted to pursue a career in Animal Health Care. She then returned to the Lower Mainland to complete the Veterinary Assistant Diploma at Granville Business College in June 2009.
Leah now lives back in Squamish with her hyper yellow lab Rocky
Polar, Resident Clinic Cat
Polar came to us as a small kitten surrendered to the Squamish SPCA. After capturing all of our hearts she was officially made part of the GVH team. She had a deformed
back leg that the doctors determined was a genetic birth defect that needed removing. After the surgery was completed to amputate her leg which was causing her grief while she grew she recovered well and is happier now than ever.
Polar remains in the treatment area of the clinic as she is timid of people but has made it her job to help comfort patients after their surgeries or if they are here boarding for the weekend.
