Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Coventry Animal Hospital in Stratford! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets! Please call us at 519-273-3471 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!
Witnessing daily the relationship between clients and their pets motivates me to continue to develop my knowledge and skills. I believe adding animals to our lives makes us better and healthier people. After hours I enjoy spending time with family, our dog Joy, and cat Lucy along with several pet goats. I also love gardening, kayaking, hiking and reading. Currently I am studying different aspects of Traditional Chinese medicine including acupuncture and herbal medicine. It has been a blessing to work with such dedicated and compassionate clients and team members over the years.
Dr. Steph Sharkey has been with us since graduating in 2013. She graduated with distinction from the Ontario Veterinary College. Steph grew up in Mississauga with a family of animal lovers. Her parents credit their Bichon Teddy and cat BJ for her love of animals and eventual career. Both Teddy and BJ would “babysit” her even when she was in a crib!
Steph currently lives in Stratford with her husband, two boys, their cat named Kitten Pants, and Smooth Coated Collie named Rubble (named by her son). Steph loves working with all animals, but has a special interest in feline medicine. In whatever free time she can currently find, Steph enjoys reading and Crossfit.
Fun facts:
Loves Crossfit, but isn’t very good at it.
Is obsessed with her cat.
Recently started skating lessons since she never learned how to skate.
Dr. Heather McGregor graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1995. She joined the team in January 2020 as a small animal veterinarian working 3 to 4 days per week. Heather had provided relief/locum coverage at Coventry Animal Hospital since 2011. Heather has a special interest in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Feline Medicine.
Heather and her family moved to Goderich in 2009 and cannot imagine leaving the area. At present 3 cats and 1 dog share (rule) the house with their 4 humans.
Justine graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College at Guelph in 2011. She worked on the Southern shore of Lake Simcoe in a mixed animal practice and joined the Mitchell Veterinary Services team in 2012. Although she grew up in Toronto, she has always preferred a rural lifestyle. Justine spent her childhood summers at her grandparents’ farm in Shelburne, which led to her aspiration to become a veterinarian. Her border collie, Vesper, introduced her to the world of dog sports (agility and sheep herding), which then became a deep dive into canine rehab and a love of dog training using positive reinforcement. As a direct result, she has become certified in Canine Rehabilitation and loves to help clients find creative ways to engage their dog physically and mentally.
Justine has always loved cats and currently has a geriatric brown tabby named Ninja. She bottle-raised Ninja from a day of age and never ceases to be amazed by his human tendencies. Justine currently lives in Stratford with her husband and young daughter. When she’s not at the clinic, Justine enjoys growing things to eat, hiking, traveling, Crossfit and training for triathlons.
Fun facts
Seriously considered becoming a French teacher
Potty training a toddler and puppy has multiple similarities
Would love to own sheep one day to fulfill my passion of sheep herding with a border collie again 😊
Kayla graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph in 2019. She spent her first year out of school practicing at a small animal hospital in St. Thomas before joining Coventry Animal Hospital in September 2020. Kayla grew up in the small town of Shakespeare outside Stratford and had always wanted to become a veterinarian from a young age. She has a special interest in Feline Medicine and has three cats of her own: Luna, Ellie and Dexter. In her free time, Kayla enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and baking, and spending time outdoors.
Leticia Mueller grew up on a dairy farm outside of Listowel and knew from a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian. She graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2004 and joined Mitchell Veterinary Services and worked as a mixed animal practitioner until 2008. She then started work as a small animal veterinarian, first at a clinic in Waterloo, then in Baden. She rejoined the Mitchell Vet group in the spring of 2022, working with the wonderful team at Coventry Animal Hospital. She enjoys meeting clients and helping their furry family members live long, healthy lives.
Leticia currently lives near Milverton on a dairy farm with her husband, 3 children, her 8 cats (most of whom were only supposed to be temporary residents!), and her dog, Eloise. When she is not at work or home with her family, Leticia loves to camp and travel.
Dr Dingwell’s interest in veterinary medicine began at a young age on his grandfather’s dairy farm milking cows and taking care of calves. He joined a primarily dairy practice in a very small town in the wilds of Saskatchewan after graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College. His veterinary path then lead him to Ontario where he has practiced for the past 30+ years. Dr Dingwell transitioned from cows to horses, then to small animals along the way.
Home is a farm outside of Stratford that he shares with his family, 2 dogs, 2 horses and 2 cats.
Fun facts:
Bee keeper ( allergic to bee stings )
Triathlete ( for people who want to be bad at 3 sports )
Has bred raised and raced Quarter Horses
Bio coming soon!
Angela grew up on a Perth County dairy farm and realized at a young age that she had a passion for animals and that she wanted a career helping care for them. She started as a student employee at MVS. After graduating from the Ridgetown College Veterinary Technician Program in 2010, she joined us full time. Angela comes to work looking forward to the challenges and triumphs that veterinary services have to offer. She is definitely an advocate of all things best for your animals. Away from work, Angela loves spending time with her pets.
The animal health field gives me lots of opportunity to learn every day. I enjoy the challenge that each day brings and the joy of a positive outcome. People and pets belong together and I like being a part of that. We all have something special to add to this world and working in the animal field makes me feel good about my contributions.
Katrina is a veterinary technician, she graduated from Georgian College in 2023. Katrina grew up on a farm in the Atwood area. She enjoys spending time with her dog Sawyer and her other hobby farm critters which currently include chickens, geese, ducks, horses and cats. Her hobbies include horseback riding, gardening, and doing various arts and craft projects.
Deanna is a Veterinary Technician. She graduated from the St. Lawrence College Veterinary Technician Program in 1995. She has worked at veterinary clinics in Toronto and brought a wealth of experience to us when she joined our team in 2012. She enjoys meeting and working with people and their pets. Deanna lives in Stratford with her husband, two girls and their Brittany spaniel “Cassia”.
Sarah graduated with honours from the Veterinary Technology Program at Georgian College in 2019. She has always had a passion for animals of all kinds, she fosters dogs, has worked with goats and cows, and she used to teach horse back riding at a children's camp. Sarah loves to spend her time with her two dogs Bruce and Klaus, she loves to hike, camp and canoe with them. Sarah enjoys horseback riding, reading books, camp fires and spending time with her friends and family. She has a big interest in nutrition, dentistry and dog behaviour. She is happy to be a part of the Coventry Animal Hospital team!
As a child, I had goldfish, hamsters and cats. As an adult, my fur family are my cats. I say family because our pets do become part of our families, it’s truly a wonderful thing! Our pets give us so much love, unconditionally, and just like with family, we enjoy the time we spend with them, are happy to see them thriving and enjoying life; we grieve when we have to say goodbye. Since working at Coventry Animal Hospital, I’ve also seen and met so many dogs, and have come to love and appreciate them as well. Who knows, maybe someday there will be a dog in this feline mix! I feel our pets are a blessing to our lives, and I’m very thankful for the blessings I have.
I am a relatively new member of the Coventry Animal Hospital team, working as a receptionist and kennel assistant. I have greatly enjoyed all the new friends I have made – both the four and the two legged! Being part of a veterinary team means that every day brings something new, which makes each day exciting. I love meeting new furry friends, and welcoming back old ones. Animals truly bring something special to the lives of those who love them; and being part of the bond between people and their pets is wonderful!
I grew up on a hobby farm that has turned into a goat farm just outside of Mitchell. I have always loved animals, whether it be goats, dogs, cats, cows, pigs or fish to name a few! It is amazing to see the bond that is made between a pet and its owner, and I get to see this bond and the love they have for each other every day at Coventry Animal Hospital!
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve always had a strong passion for animals. Giving animals the care they deserve has always been something that I’m very passionate about.
Working at Coventry animal hospital has been amazing! I have learned so much and I’m excited to learn more! Watching animals get the care they deserve is the best heartwarming feeling to me. I am thrilled to be a part of such an amazing team!
I am a member of the customer care team at Coventry. I am sort of a Jill of all trades, I work as customer care at the front reception desk, I groom on my off days here at the clinic and soon I will be working as one of our vet assistants. I graduated from Northern College in 2015 with honors from the Grooming and Vet Assistant programs and have worked as a groomer for almost 5 years after graduation. I moved to Stratford in 2020 and took the first job available. After leaving behind working with animals for almost 2 years it soon became clear that working at a job without animals was not the job for me. I love this job more and more as time goes on. I have met so many wonderful people, both staff and clients, and more amazing pets then I could have ever hoped for. The compassion that the team here shows towards our clients and their pets really makes this clinic feel like a home away from home and a truly safe place for your furry friends in need and I am truly blessed to be a part of it.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a passion for animals. Growing up with pets, it made me realize how special they are and how lucky we are to have them by our side. Working at Coventry Animal Hospital has further encouraged me to pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian as it offers so many unique and rewarding opportunities I would love to experience.
Kendra grew up having a passion for animals and has wanted to be a veterinarian for as long as she can remember. Her dog Scooter is her 8 year old furry friend and number 1. In Kendra’s spare time, she plays basketball and volleyball. She loves to learn and the veterinary field fulfills that desire perfectly.
I have spent my whole life around animals, from helping on my family's dairy farm, to participating in Floradale Veterinarian 4-H club for numerous years. I have 3 dogs and have had a passion for animals my whole life. For as long as I can remember I have wanted to become a veterinarian to further pursue my love for animals and care for them. I am extremely thankful for the opportunity to work at Coventry Animal Hospital as I know it will provide many amazing learning experiences.
Working at Coventry Animal Hospital is truly an amazing experience! I love spending my days at Coventry surrounded by the wonderful team and of course all the furry animals that need care and compassion. Ever since I was young, I have hoped to become a veterinarian because of my love for all animals and my passion for medicine and caring for animals in need. Working at Coventry has been a great opportunity to immerse myself in the field of veterinary medicine before I pursue my future career. I also enjoy reading, puzzles, spending time with my family, including my crazy “boxador” Bentley and my Jack Russell Ginger.
Ever since I was young, I've had a great love for all animals. I knew that I wanted to work in the vet field. My Cavachon, Oliver and my cockatiel, Kiko are my best friends. Working with animals makes me happy. I am excited to be working with the team at Coventry Animal Hospital to get experience and learn more about working with animals.
I graduated St. Mikes high school in Stratford in June 2022. I will be extending my education at Ridgetown College as a Veterinary Technician. I have grown up around animals. I have two dogs, Bentlee and Miller, and a bunny named Clover. In my spare time I am usually farming with my dad or riding my horse Ace.
