Welcome to Town & Country!
We have been caring for pets as if they were our own for over 30 years and we wouldn’t want to do anything else. We treat every patient with the love and care they all deserve.
Dr. Brian Laing
Veterinarian
Favourite Disney Movie
Aladdin
Animal Best Representing Brian as Voted by Staff
Ape - loves to learn new things
Bucket List Destination
Southern France
Education
1984 - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College
1980 - Bachelor of Science, Ontario Veterinary College
Awards
2015 - OMVA Award of Merit
1984 - P.V.U. Inc. Award for Small Animal Medicine and Fluid Therapy
1983 - HW Kennel Club Scholarship for Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
See Dr. Brian's Media Appearances
Dr. Brendon Laing
Veterinarian
Favourite Disney Movie
Aladdin
Animal Best Representing Brendon as Voted by Staff
Beaver - an achiever
Bucket List Destination
Patagonia & Antartica
Education
2013 – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College
2009 – Bachelor of Science (Honours), Queen’s University
Awards
2013 – ACVS Small Animal Proficiency Award
2023 – WSAVA Future Leader Award
Other
President-Elect, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association
Chair of the Professional Development Committee, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Melissa Pinto
Veterinarian
Favourite Disney Movie
The Lion King
Animal Best Representing Melissa as Voted by Staff
Bumble Bee - hard working sweet, never sleeps
Bucket List Destination
The Big Island, Hawaii
Education
2018 – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College
2014 – Bachelor of Science, University of Guelph
2010 – Bachelor of Commerce, Ryerson University
Awards
2023 – OVMA Rising Star
2018 – American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology Award
Other
Board of Directors - Region 7 Representative, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Jessica Leader
Veterinarian
Favourite Disney Movie
Beauty & The Beast
Animal Best Representing Jessica as Voted by Staff
Dolphin - chatty + one of the smartest animals
Bucket List Destination
Shetland Islands
Education
2013 – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College
2009 - Bachelor of Science, University of Guelph
Heidi
Hospital Manager
Favourite Disney Movie
Moana
Animal Best Representing Heidi as Voted by Staff
Donkey - protective of her heard
Bucket List Destination
Australia
Education
2003 - Registered Veterinary Technician, University of Guelph - Alfred College
Awards
2002 - Excellency Bursary, University of Guelph - Alfred College
Samantha
Registered Veterinary Technician
Favourite Disney Movie
101 Dalmatians
Animal Best Representing Sam as Voted by Staff
Lion - confident, self-assured, dominant
Bucket List Destination
Hawaii
Education
2017 - Registered Veterinary Technician, Northern College
Maddie
Registered Veterinary Technician
Favourite Disney Movie
The Lion King
Animal Best Representing Maddie as Voted by Staff
Song Bird - loves to sing
Bucket List Destination
Anywhere with an all-inclusive resort and beach
Education
2018 - Registered Veterinary Technician, Georgian College
2021 - Basic Life Saving in CPR, Recover
Sarina
Registered Veterinary Technician
Favourite Disney Movie
Treasure Planet
Animal Best Representing Jackie as Voted by Staff
Butterfly - beautiful and plant-lover
Bucket List Destination
New Zealand
Education
2018 - Registered Veterinary Technician, Seneca College
2021 - Basic Life Saving in CPR, Recover
Isabella
Registered Veterinary Technician
Favourite Disney Movie
Lilo & Stitch
Animal Best Representing Jackie as Voted by Staff
Cheetah - energetic & direct
Bucket List Destination
Australia
Education
YYYY - Pre-Health Sciences Certificate
2022 - Registered Veterinary Technician, Sheridan College
Carrie
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Up
Animal Best Representing Carrie as Voted by Staff
Guide Dog - knows how to do everything, so helpful
Bucket List Destination
Germany
Education
2003 - Business, Fleming College
Jennifer
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Toy Story
Animal Best Representing Jenn as Voted by Staff
Duck - super social, affectionate, loving
Bucket List Destination
Hawaii
Education
1995 - Law Clerk, Seneca College
Hayley
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Peter Pan
Animal Best Representing Hayley as Voted by Staff
Persian Cat - gentle, soft, and a cat lover
Bucket List Destination
Thailand
Education
2021 - Bachelor of Science (Major in Animal Biology), University of Guelph
2021 - Bachelor of Science (Minor in Biomedical Sciences), University of Guelph
Awards
2020 - Citizen of Distinction Award, Township of Uxbridge
2020 - Frontline Hero Award, Ontario Provincial Parliament
Other
Owner of Back Country Candle Co.
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Emily
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Aladdin
Animal Best Representing Emily as Voted by Staff
Chameleon - blends in anywhere, interchangeable looks
Bucket List Destination
Santorini
Tatiana
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Lilo & Stitch
Animal Best Representing Tatiana as Voted by Staff
Tiger - chill, cool, strong, fierce
Bucket List Destination
Dubai
Education
2022 - Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology, University of British Columbia
Amanda
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Beauty & The Beast
Animal Best Representing Amanda as Voted by Staff
Chipmunk - cute, bubbly
Bucket List Destination
Italy
Education
Going to RVT School Fall 2023
Brianna
Veterinary Assistant
Favourite Disney Movie
Lilo & Stitch
Animal Best Representing Amanda as Voted by Staff
Energizer Bunny - productive, go-go-go, helpful
Bucket List Destination
Africa
Education
2021 - Veterinary Assistant, Seneca College