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Our Veterinarians
Douglas A Hall, D.V.M
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Dr. Hall graduated in the class of 1969 at the Ontario Veterinary College. He worked at the Belleville Animal Hospital in a mixed practice for the first three years after his graduation. He then joined Dr. Wright at the Dundas Animal Hospital in the fall of 1969 and bought the practice in 1973 when Dr. wright retired.
Although Dr. Hall enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, he has a special interest in dentistry and surgery, especially orthopedics. In 1991 and 1992 Dr. Hall completed a seven module continuing education course in dentistry and finds the challenge of advanced dentistry very rewarding.
Memberships: Canadian and American Veterinary Dental Society, OVMA (Ontario Veterinary Medical Association), CVMA (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association), HAVM (Hamilton Academy of Veterinary Medicine), Rotary Club of Dundas (Past president and currently treasurer of the club).
Pets: Winnie is a female long haired Chihuahua. Dr. Hall rescued her as a puppy when she had a serious eye injury and is now a happy dog with one eye. Gidget is a female part long haired Chihuahua who was delivered by caesarian section at the hospital. His three cats were all strays brought to the hospital, Peaches, Punkie and Peanut.
Hobbies & Interests: In his spare time Dr. Hall enjoys golfing and curling at the Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club. In the summer he enjoys gardening and camping with his wife and they try to get away for a few weeks to do some travelling during the winter months.
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John F Weatherston , D.V.M.
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Dr. Weatherston graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science and then entered the Ontario Veterinary College. He graduated in 1976 and received the Stinson Award for large animal obstetrics. Dr. Weatherston grew up on a dairy farm in Flamborough and was actively involved with Wentworth Junior Farmers and 4-H clubs. He has also won awards at local and international ploughing matches and is currently a member of the Hamilton Wentworth Farmer’s Association.
Dr. Weatherston has worked at the Dundas Animal Hospital, since 1976 providing veterinary care for beef, dairy and equine clients.
Memberships: He is a member of the OVMA, CVMA, HAVM, the American Association of Equine Practitioners and is certified with the Ontario Racing Commission.
Pets etc.: Dr. Weatherston lives in St. George with his cat Autumn that was adopted from the Dundas Animal Hospital. He has also owned, raised and raced standardbred horses.
Hobbies & Interests: Hockey has been one of his life long passions, and he continues to play in a league, and in alumni and veterinary tournaments. When the snow melts, Dr. Weatherston puts the hockey stick away and gets out his golf clubs. Dr. Weatherston has also been a supporter of Theatre Aquarius for over 15 yrs.
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Bruce N Robinson , D.V.M.
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Dr. Bruce Robinson graduated in the class of 1976 at the Ontario Veterinary College. After graduating he practiced for four years in Renfrew County with both companion animals and farm animals. He then joined The Dundas Animal Hospital in 1980 and became a partner in 1981. Dr. Robinson has a special interest in farm animals but still enjoys small animals.
Memberships: OVMA, CVMA, HAVM, OABP (Ontario Association of Bovine Practioners), and CABP.
Pets: Dr. Robinson has a dog named Parker and five cats; Mikey, Springer & Keeper, Murphy and B.B Queen.
Hobbies & Interests: In his spare time, Dr. Robinson enjoys golf, hockey, kayaking and playing the guitar.
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Shawn M Middleton , D.V.M. , B.Sc. (Zoology)
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Dr. Middleton joined our practice in May of 2004, and became a partner in 2008. He provides veterinary care for our clients companion and farm animals. Dr. Middleton graduated with honours in Zoology from the University of Western Ontario in April, 1998 and then went on to graduate from the Ontario Veterinary College in April 2004 with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
Memberships: Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), Ontario Association of Bovine Practicioners (OABP) and the Hamilton Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
Pets: Dr. Middleton has 1 cat at home, Bo. He also has a yellow labrador retriever named Star.
Hobbies and Interests: In his spare time Dr. Middleton enjoys curling, hiking, camping, cycling, gardening and golfing. Most of his time is spent with his two daughters, Sarah and Julia, and his wife Chrim.
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Roxana L Waldes-Wice , D.V.M.
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Dr. Waldes-Wice obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph in 1981 before graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1985. Upon graduation she joined the Dundas Animal Hospital, caring for both companion and farm animals for the first five years and later dedicating herself to caring for companion animals. She is currently practicing part-time to devote more time to her family.
Pets: Dr. Waldes-Wice has 2 cats named Mau Mau and Mimi, and a border Collie named Guiness.
Hobbies & Interests: Enjoys all crafts including stained glass, card making, music and reading. Dr. Waldes-Wice loves spending time with her husband Brent and their children Taylor and Lacey.
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Kelly A Ciggaar , D.V.M.
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Dr. Kelly Ciggaar obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in 1997 before graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2001. She joined the Dundas Animal Hospital after graduation, caring for both companion and large animals.
Memberships: Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, Hamilton Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
Pets: Leroy is a beagle who was brought in to our clinic as a stray and rescued by Dr. Ciggaar, she took him home for the weekend and he never left! She also has three other dogs Myles and Jax are both border collie crosses, and Dice a terrier cross.
Hobbies & Interests: In her spare Dr. Ciggaar enjoys camping, reading, hiking, and doing flyball with her dogs.
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Pat J McClure , D.V.M.
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Dr. McClure graduated in 1988 from the Ontario Veterinary College. For the next five years she moved around South Western Ontario following her husband Andrew's career. During that time she had the opportunity to work at various clinics in Tillsonburg, Woodstock and Cambridge. As well, during this time she completed the McClure clan with her three sons. She practiced for eight years at the Brantford Veterinary Clinic and joined the Dundas Animal Hospital in October 2001.
Memberships: Member of the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association and has achieved this association's voluntary standard of veterinary continuing education for the last 8 years. Also a member of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, and the Hamilton Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
Pets: Dr. McClure has two cats - Sassy and Syd, and a golden retriever puppy named Keely.
Hobbies & Interests: Dr. McClures very active sons keep me very busy with their snowboarding, hockey and soccer. However she does manage to find time to keep her extensive perennial garden and with her husband's help, restore their 120 year old Victorian home. She also enjoys golfing, horseback riding, and reading.
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