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Royal Oak Pet Clinic
Your Fur Family
Our professional, compassionate and knowledgeable staff will treat your pets as their own, like family. We all have pets of our own, so we know and understand the love and friendship you feel for them. Every animal that comes through our doors is treated with care and respect.
Dr. Chambers has strong ties in the community as she grew up in the Gordon Head area of Victoria and graduated from Mt. Douglas High School. In 1992, she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Victoria. Her focus of study was Anatomy, Physiology and Animal Classification. In 1998, she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
Dr. Chambers has worked her entire career in Victoria, first as an associate veterinarian for 3 years and then as an emergency veterinarian at the Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital. In 2002, she took over the Royal Oak Pet Clinic and ever since has been focused on the care of her clients and their pets.
In 2021, Dr Chambers guided the renovation of the Royal Oak Pet Clinic from a satellite facility of Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital to a full service stand alone veterinary hospital.
Dr. Chambers prides herself on providing thorough examinations and internal medicine workups. She believes in discussing options with owners to allow them to make informed decisions about their pets’ health.
Dr. Chambers has taken post veterinary school training in surgery and dentistry in addition to other areas of interest. She performs the majority of the surgery and complex dentistry for the practice. She continues to expand her skill set on a yearly basis to better serve the clients and patients of Royal Oak Pet Clinic.
Anik was born in Montreal and grew up in Belgium. Upon returning to Canada, she completed an undergraduate degree at McGill University in Montreal. She eventually settled in Toronto. After working at various jobs, including as a Strategic Planning Consultant for the Ontario Provincial Government, she decided to follow her passion and apply for entrance to the Ontario Veterinary College. She completed her studies in 2014, and promptly moved to the “Best Coast.“ She has a strong passion for feline medicine and commitment to animal welfare, including low stress handling and examinations, pain management, and palliative care.
Dr. Foley was born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, and graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island in 2008. He has been in Victoria since 2012, and has provided temporary coverage at Royal Oak Pet Clinic in the past. Dr. Foley's interests include senior patient wellness and pain management, and general soft tissue surgery.
Catherine grew up in North Saanich and has had a strong love of animals her entire life. Having had almost every type of pet under the sun at one point or another, it was no surprise to her parents when she started working in a veterinary hospital while still in high school. Catherine graduated from University of Victoria in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Sciences and joined the team at Royal Oak Pet Clinic in 2017. When she’s not working, Catherine spends her time outdoors, enjoying our beautiful island, or volunteering with animal rescue organizations, both locally and internationally. She enjoys traveling and photography. At home she is ruled by two cats of her own, as well as any other species of foster pet that needs a temporary home.
Miranda graduated from the Douglas College Veterinary Technology program in the summer of 2017. After graduation, she made the move from mainland BC to Victoria and instantly fell in love with island-life. Since graduating, Miranda has gained experience in emergency care & specialty medicine. Miranda prides herself in providing gold-standard care to all of her patients and tailoring to their needs. Her areas of special interest include small animal anesthesia, surgery, and analgesia (pain control). In her spare time, you can find Miranda exploring the outdoors with her two Miniature Dachshunds, Cricket and Roo, or caring for her 3-footed Eyelash Crested Gecko, Ziggy.
Stephanie knew from a very young age that she wanted to pursue a career working with animals. Initially believing that she wanted to become a veterinarian, she looked into the various veterinary roles and realized that the Registered Veterinary Technician role aligned more with her passion for nursing. Stephanie graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at Douglas College in 2017 and decided to move back to her hometown of Victoria to start her career. Stephanie strives to uphold the gold-standard of care that her program taught her and is dedicated to providing a fear-free approach and environment for all patients. At home, Stephanie enjoys lounging with her two very goofy, very sweet, orange boy cats.
Aly is a passionate veterinary technician, who has been proudly working in the veterinary field for 8 years. Born in Victoria, BC, and raised across the USA, Mexico, and Canada, Aly has always been surrounded by diverse communities and wildlife. Her love for animals began at an early age, and throughout her career, that passion has only grown stronger.
While cats hold a special place in Aly's heart, she is deeply committed to the well-being of all animals. She particularly enjoys working with exotic species and thrives on the challenges they present. Her goal is to provide the highest level of care to every animal that she encounters, ensuring they receive the attention, compassion, and medical support they deserve.
Aly believes that every animal has its own unique personality and needs, and she strives to create a safe and comforting environment for each one. Whether it’s helping a nervous pet through a routine check-up or assisting with a more complex procedure, Aly is dedicated to making a positive impact on their health and happiness.
Kathy is a born-and-raised islander. She has spent 18 years working in veterinary hospitals and recently decided to continue her education to become a Registered Veterinary Technician. She has a special interest in dog behaviour and pet nutrition and is a volunteer with the Australian Shepherd Rescue and Placement Helpline. In her spare time she, her husband, and their 2 Australian Shepherds can be found in the woods camping, or playing on their off-road toys, or watching movies at home.
Isobel was raised in Victoria and loves being surrounded by the ocean, mountains and animals. Along with many dogs and cats, she has shared her life with a chinchilla and a Sicilian donkey. After a lengthy career with the Province of BC, retirement presented Isobel with the opportunity to work in the veterinary field and she joined our team in 2022.
At home, Isobel caters to Denali and Remi, her Miniature American Eskimo dogs, as well as Taz, a large orange tabby. In her spare time, Isobel enjoys adventures with her boys, gardening, sewing/quilting and reading.
Teka spent a good portion of her early years working with children and youth, but made the shift to veterinary medicine when she joined our team in 2005. Her love of animals blossomed when she was very young thanks to a cat named Sambo and a dog named Gandalf. Teka has had several different pets over the years, including: hamsters, guinea pigs, turtles, mice, fish, cats and dogs. She is currently managed by her cat, Random Pancakes, and loved by Alistar, her Schnauzer mix. In her spare time, Teka can usually be found at a nearby Tim Hortons reading or visiting with friends.
Chantal got her start in the veterinary world while volunteering at a clinic in Edmonton in 2005. What was supposed to be a summer of volunteer experience turned into a full-time job for more than 6 years. In 2012, Chantal left the clinic in Edmonton to pursue studies in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. After practicing for several years as a Registered Acupuncturist, her love of animals brought Chantal back to the field of veterinary medicine. She has been a member of our team since April 2021. When Chantal isn’t busy spoiling her family’s cat, she enjoys traveling, cooking, soap making, painting and mushroom hunting.
Linnaea was born in Victoria, BC but academia led her family around the world for many years. She always loved working with animals and knew from a young age that she wanted to pursue Veterinary Medicine as a career. When her family moved back to Victoria in 2021, Linnaea got a job as a veterinary technician assistant while finishing high school. She then began her undergraduate degree at the University of Victoria in Biology. After taking some time to focus on her education, Linnaea joined the Royal Oak Pet Clinic team in the spring of 2024. While not working or studying, she enjoys riding horses and reading fantasy novels.
Jessica recently found her way into the veterinary field, guided by her love of animals. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria and has worked in various fields, including mental health, social services, and hospitality. While enjoying her work with people, Jessica often found that the highlight of her day was when someone brought their dog or another four-legged (or beaked!) companion into work. This caused her to make a change into the veterinary field.
Jessica is currently managed by her multitude of cats, chocolate Labradors, and rats. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, playing games, or indulging in a good movie, TV show, or horror podcast binge.
