Dr. Emily Pringle
Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. Pringle can trace back her desire to care for animals to the age of 3. She distinctly remembers watching an episode of a children’s television show – “Captain Kangaroo”, where one of the characters – Mr. Green Jeans, was feeding an orphaned baby crow. In that instant, she knew… “I’m going to do THAT someday.”
This devotion to animal wellbeing, regardless of the species or the temperament of the patient, continues to this day. Dr. Pringle has a keen interest in the physical and emotional wellness of her patients, and feels that her day is particularly complete when she has had an opportunity for some “snake snuggles”.
Dr. Pringle completed her undergraduate Science Degree at UNB Fredericton and her Degree in Veterinary Medicine at the Atlantic Veterinary College. She has been certified in Low-Stress Handling Techniques since 2014 and Fear Free patient care since 2020.
She is an active member of the:
Association of Exotic Mammal Practitioners
American Association of Feline Practitioners
PEI Veterinary Medical Association and
Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Raelyn McCurdy
Veterinarian
Dr. Rae is a new graduate from AVC’s class of 2023!
- Dr. Rae has a retired teaching beagle named Clark. She also has a hamster named Sprout and a goldfish named Enzo who is 10 years old!
- Dr. Rae enjoys spending her free time with her pets and playing volleyball.
Lesa Donnelly, Client Services
Animals have always been a vital part of Lesa’s life. She fondly remembers the cats that were an important part of her childhood here on PEI.
Lesa has been working for over 30 years in the Animal Care field and is excited to be leading our Client Services Team.
You will hear her always cheerful voice on the phone and enjoy her posts on our Social Media Pages.
Lesa has been Certified in Fear Free Care since 2020.
Lesa enjoys spending time taking pictures of PEI’s landscapes while out walking her dog, Jack.
Alex Goodwin, Veterinary Assistant
Animals have always been my focus throughout my life for as long as I can remember - beginning at the age of 3 when I saw the veterinarian card during a game of Old Maid! When I was eleven, I developed a passion for horses that would take me to horse ownership, competitions, and pursuing a degree in Bioveterinary Science, with a minor in Equine Science and a Certificate in Animal Welfare that I have just completed in April 2023. Since starting at cross roads, I have found a new passion for exotic animals that I am very excited to pursue throughout my time here, and in my next chapter when I am able to attend AVC.
Brittney Dow
Bio coming soon
Jillian Kelly, RVT
As a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Jillian prides herself on being a patient care advocate and treats her patients as if they were her own pets.
Jillian’s interests include laboratory work, nutrition, anesthesia and pain management. She enjoys the continuous learning that comes with veterinary medicine and is always looking for ways to learn new skills.
In her free time, Jillian enjoys spending time with her family and walking on the beach.
Jillian completed her Bachelor of Science at UPEI, followed by the Veterinary Technician program at the Dalhousie Agricultural College in 2017.
She is a member of the Eastern Veterinary Technicians Association and has been certified in Fear Free care 2020.
Trish Shepard, Manager/CSR
Bio coming soon