We’re very excited to introduce Dr. Aziz to our valued clients and patients!!

Dr. Aziz began his career in the veterinary field in 2002; and came to Canada in 2009.  Dr. Aziz took over the Cat Clinic of Niagara in March 2015, and since then has been seeing lots of new clients on a daily basis.

He has successfully completed courses in the University of Calgary with certifications in Small Animal Surgery, Small Animal Anesthesia and Small Animal Medicine.

His interest in surgery (Small Animal Orthopedic & Soft Tissue Repair) allows Dr. Aziz to offer compassionate care to your pets. He has been working on orthopedic surgeries going on 10 years and is always taking continuing education courses for advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries. Dr. Aziz has great experience with orthopedics and emergency soft tissue procedures, you can be confident that your pets will have excellent care.

Dr. Aziz is a husband and father to two boys, and in his spare time loves to volunteer and serve at his church as well as reading about new techniques for surgeries to stay up to date

Dr. Aziz believes knowledge is power and is constantly learning and innovating techniques!

Dr. Nick graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2014 and was happy to return to St. Catharines where he was born and raised. Dr. Nicks passion for helping animals started when he was much younger; growing up in a house filled with cats and dogs. Since then his love for pets has only grown and he felt that Veterinary Medicine would be a way that he could tie his love for medicine and pet care together. Dr. Nick is very passionate about Dermatology and Parasitology.

Throughout his time at the Ontario Veterinary College Dr. Nick volunteered with the Pet Loss Support Hotline, which is a service that grieving pet owners can utilize if they need someone to talk to. During this time, it solidified his awareness of the human-animal bond, and the importance and impact that pets have on peoples lives. As such, Dr. Nick views every patient as a member of the family and treats them as though they were his own.

MANAGER📂

My name is Cathrine and I love my job as the manager very much. A little background about myself, I have a Bachelor’s degree in tourism and hotels at the Alexandria University. Previously worked as a supervisor with the Turkish Airline. I have two sons Kyrillos and Karas who are my world and whom I love very much. I’m incredibly thankful for them and how supportive they are. I also have a cat named Kito, he’s a great addition to the family and the kids absolutely love him.

Ultimately, I cannot express how much I love working with animals, it’s always been a passion of mine. When clients bring in their furbabies, I instantly fall in love with each and everyone of them.

VETERINARY TECHNICIANS 🧪

I grew up always wanting to work with animals and to have plenty of my own. I always dreamed of working in the veterinary field ever since I was young, either as a veterinarian or a registered vet technician!

I studied Bio-Medical Sciences at the University of Guelph and graduated in 2016. I started working at the Dog and Cat Clinic of Niagara in May 2015 and fell in love with the work. I went back to school in 2019 to study to become a veterinary technician, and proudly became an RVT in 2021!

I absolutely love working with all animals and look forward to meeting everyone and their pets!

Graduated Northern College, Veterinary Technician Program in May 2001.

I have always had an over whelming passion for animals and knew that working with animals would be my career.  Growing up on a small hobby farm gave me the opportunity to have many pets prior to going away to College.  Most if not all of my pets, horses, goats, dogs, cats, ducks, chickens and even a donkey were rescues and they all lived out there lives on the hobby farm that I grew up on.

Although I’ve only been part of the Dog and Cat Clinic of Niagara’s team since May 2019, I have worked as a Veterinary Technician in Niagara for 20 years.

I look forward to looking after and loving your pets.

I was a receptionist elsewhere for 20 years and I realized that this just wasn’t the career for me. Before I made my final decision I started volunteering at the Dog and Cat Clinic of Niagara which confirmed my plans.  I took the leap in 2019 to go back to school. I graduated in 2021 and now have my RVT license.

I grew up bringing injured animals home to nurse back to health, which probably drove my Dad crazy! It just made more sense that I work in the field that started it all. I just adore taking care of animals and I have a cat named Lincoln and a Golden Retriever named Hunter who I adopted both early 2020. I have a lot of love for Golden Retrievers and if you bring yours in they will definitely get loads of attention and affection! 

I also have 4 children so my fur babies get a lot of love and are just like my children.  Changing my career has been one of the best decisions of my life as I have a true passion for taking care of everyone else’s fur babies!

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CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALISTS 🏥

I have always had a love for all animals, particularly dogs, cats and horses. I have had dogs and cats my whole life and I have always considered them to be my family members and my fur babies. I know what a big role our pets have in our lives, and I am so lucky to meet and care for all the different cats and dogs that come to the clinic. My background is Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Office Admin through Sheridan College. In my spare time I love to hike with my dog, snuggle with our family cats and horseback ride.

I started at The Dog And Cat Clinic Of Niagara as a receptionist in 2018, I love being able to make connections with clients and help all of our patients

In 2023 I got the exciting opportunity to further develop my skills and get to work more hands on in the back directly with patients

I love all animals and I have two of my own pets. I have a Sphynx named Tokyo and a Yorkshire Terrier named Violet 

I love helping people and I love animals so working at a vet clinic is a perfect fit for me. I understand how important animals are in life. They are friends, family, kids, and confidants. They are a huge part of our lives and add laughter and love to every day.

I find joy in the outdoors, exploring nature’s wonders through hikes, camping trips, and outdoor adventures. I have always been passionate about animals and caring for them whether it be companion animals or wildlife. I love cherishing every moment spent with my boy Stormi!

Lexi has been with the Dog and Cat Clinic of Niagara since March 2024

Lexi has a deep bond with her own cherished pets and loves helping other people’s pets feel loved. After working in a museum for 10 years, Lexi decided it was time for a career change. She went back to school in 2013 to study animal care—and she’s been working in the field ever since!

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GREETERS 🐾

Bowtie is our official greeter! He came to the clinic when he was 4 months old and has lived here ever since! When Dr. Aziz bought the clinic in March of 2015 he was very shy and didn’t like when there were a lot of people around, and would most likely be found hiding in the back or taking a nap. Now you’ll find him up on the counter just waiting to greet clients!

Fun Facts about Bowtie 🎀 :

• Hates to be picked up
• Loves all food – especially treats (will never turn down a treat)
• Loves chin and bum scratches
• Doesn’t make friends easily (especially hyper dogs) but once you’re a friend you’re a friend for life ♥

Kito “owns” Dr. Aziz and Catharine. “Kito” was named this by his human brother “Kiro”, he wanted his name to be close to his! Kito likes to hide in rooms and nap in the vets office.  When it’s quiet in the clinic, Kito can also be found up with the Receptionists snuggled in a box or looking out the window.

Fun Facts about Keto:

• Loves to steal human food
• Tolerates being picked up and cuddled
• Loves to rough house with the staff
• Loves to chase and fight with Bowtie

Coyote was our official clinic mascot for over 14 years. She was brought here by a family that saw her chased into their barn by a pack of coyotes! She was a wild and aggressive girl.  After months of caring for her and earning each others trust, she became an obvious member of the team and we could never part with her. We were very lucky and fortunate to have her here with us.

Unfortunately, we did have to say goodbye to our lovely Coyote in June 2019, we will miss her but her memory will live on forever at the Dog and Cat Clinic of Niagara