Who Am I?

I am a Registered Veterinary Technologist based in the Lower Mainland. My passion for animals began early in life. As a child, I grew up alongside three beloved family pets—Ringo, an Australian Cattle Dog mix; Leia, a Rhodesian Ridgeback mix; and Scout, our gentle tabby cat. But my love and passion for animals was shaped just as much by where I grew up as by the pets in my home. I was raised in a small, close-knit bay on the Indian Arm, surrounded by nature and only a handful of families.

One of my greatest influences was my elderly neighbour, Don, who treated my sister and me like his own grandchildren. Don had a remarkable gift with animals; over the years he developed trusting relationships with local wildlife—stray cats, geese, raccoons, ravens, owls, and even swans—who visited him regularly. Watching those relationships taught me the importance of trust, patience, and understanding with every animal.

I began volunteering in animal hospitals at age 14 and later worked as a Veterinary Assistant while completing my post-secondary education. I graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at Douglas College in June 2020 and passed my VTNE that November. Since then, I’ve been practicing as an RVT and continually expanding my skills through continuing education, including earning my Fear Free Certification and advancing to Elite Fear Free Veterinary Professional.

Compassionate, low-stress care is the foundation of my work. My special interest in animal behaviour—shaped by both my professional experience and my own reactive dog, Jasper—has given me a deep understanding of how stressful certain environments and procedures can be for pets and their families. This inspired me to offer mobile, in-home RVT services and pet sitting focused on calm, force-free, and behaviour-informed care.

My goal is to provide professional support in the comfort of your home, helping anxious, reactive, senior, and medically complex pets feel safe and understood. From grooming and medical care to behaviour-sensitive pet sitting, I strive to create a positive experience for both pets and their owners.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, painting, and spending time outdoors—whether camping or relaxing at the beach whenever the weather allows.

Hi, I'm Elle!