Our Technicians

Kristi has been working at the clinic since 2001. She came with 5 years managerial experience at an avian nursery, as well as 5 years experience as a dolphin attendant and facility usher at a marine park. Kristi is an active member of the Ontario avian community, and has lectured extensively across the province to veterinary personnel, pet store employees, and owners.

In her spare time Kristi continues to deveolp her behaviour consulting business. She also enjoys reading, music, drawing and gardening. She has a Blue Front Amazon named Wilbur, a budgie named Friday and a cat named Squishy. Please visit the Avian Behaviour page link for more information regarding behaviour counselling appointments with Kristi.

Our congratulations go out to Kristi and the newest addition to her family, her son, Connor! Kristi is currently on maternaty leave, although she will still be available for avian behavioural consultations through the clinic.

Melissa has been working at the clinic since 2006. She has completed her BSc. in animal biology in 2006 where she focused her attention to nutrition and reproduction in both farm and companion animals. In september 2008 she was accepted into the veterinary program at the Ontario Veterinary College, and continues her studies there.

When not studying or working here, Melissa spends most of her spare time working with Barlees Angels Rescue Network, a rescue that works to find homes for dogs in overpopulated shelters. She currently lives with a larger than life Lab named Gigolo, two cats named Punk and Tease, a chameleon named Gimp and various foster dogs looking for their forever homes.

Chrissy has been working with us since October 2009. Working as an Animal Health Technician, she joined our team with just over 7 years of experience at small animal hospitals across Toronto. Her interests include animal behaviour, pain management and anaesthesia. She joined our team eager to expand her experience working and learning from exotic species.

Chrissy has a domestic shorthaired cat by the name of Mini Mushu, and her hobbies include reading, soccer, music, and spending time with loved ones.

Chrissy has just begun her maternity leave, and we are all excited for her and her new baby girl.

Rhoda has been working with us since January 2010, and is a graduate from the Veterinarian Technician Program at University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus. She comes to us with experience in 3 small animal practices and is very enthusiastic to be working with exotic animals here.

Rhoda owns a wonderful cat named Dante. In her free time she enjoys going out with friends and family.

Rebecca began working with us in May 2010. She completed her Animal Health Technology program at Vanier College in Montreal, and is a Registered Veterinary Technician with 2 yrs of experience. Working with animals has always been a passion for her, and she is excited to learn and expand her knowledge about exotic animals.

                           Rebecca's hobbies include reading, biking, and west coast swing dancing! 

Lucas has been working with us since October 2009, when he began as a co-op student from Richview Collegiate Institute. Lucas is currently completing his last year in high school and hopes to become a veterinarian. He is especially interested in parrots, and is excited to learn more about animals in general.

Lucas has a Tres Marias Double Yellow-Headed Amazon at home named Giorgio, and a bulldog named Bidu. In his free time Lucas enjoys swimming, music, hanging out with friends and family, and learning more about exotic animals.

Melissa Borges

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