Dr. Teri KibblewhiteVeterinarianDr. Teri Kibblewhite was raised in Stony Plain, AB, but spent lots of time in Okotoks where her grandparents lived. After earning her DVM in 1993 from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (Saskatoon, SK) she completed a one-year small animal medicine and surgery internship at the Atlantic Veterinary College (Charlottetown, PEI). In 1994 she returned to the Edmonton area to work in small animal practice. In 1998 Teri opened Westside Animal Clinic. She sold the practice and moved to Calgary in 2002 to start a family, doing locum work in and around the area. In 2006 she joined the Bow River Veterinary Centre in Canmore. In 2013 Teri moved to Okotoks working at the Foothills Animal Hospital. In 2017 Teri opened Riverwood Vet Clinic. Dr. Kibblewhite actively continues her veterinary education by attending numerous continuing education seminars, lectures and conventions. Her professional interests include orthopedic surgeries, Acupuncture, and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Her family consists of Ryan - her son, 3 pugs – Ted, Jack and Bee, and 5 cats - Merlin, Josie, Franklin, Lexi and Chester.
Ronda Cann
Registered Reiki Practitioner Ronda has been practicing Reiki since 2004 and became a registered practitioner with the Canadian Reiki Association in 2012. Her passion is to help transition people and animals into a vibrant and balanced way of life. Reiki is a great way to balance the body through a non-invasive technique allowing your pet to reset and recharge. It is a great modality that can assist people and animals of all ages. Reiki can help animals cope with stress, anxiety and assist with pain management. Ronda helps create a space that allows the energy fields to realign and achieve the balance to maintain overall wellness.Jaclyn Finlay
ReceptionistJaclyn grew up in High River with two wonderful dogs. Following high school, she lived in Edmonton for several years where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Psychology. A few years ago she returned to High River working in the financial industry and began volunteering regularly at the local animal shelter. Volunteering helped her realize her lifelong love of animals should guide a new career direction. In 2018, Jaclyn graduated at the top of her class from the Veterinary Office and Technical Assistant program at Robertson College. As she begins her career in the veterinary field, Jaclyn is excited to bridge a passion for animals and a desire to help people. At home, Jaclyn loves to spend time with her cats Hugo, Daphne, Sebastian, and Bryn, who all love to model their large collection of bow ties. She also enjoys spending time skiing in the mountains and experiencing food and travel with her partner Stephen.Nicole McDonald Tech AssistantNicole grew up in Okotoks and always has been known for her deep love of all kinds of animals. Growing up, Nicole had horses, dogs& hamsters. She always knew she would end up in a field working closely with animals. In 2016 she attended college in BC getting certified as an Equine Massage/Sport therapist.
On her days off you can either find Nicole at the farm, or going on adventures with her two dogs, Izzy and Sue.
Sienna Bowker Registered Animal TechnologistsSienna grew up on a small acreage outside of Millarville. From a young age she was always surrounded by animals which sparked a deep love for spending time with them. By the time she was in high school she knew she wanted to pursue a career that involved working with animals, so she started volunteering at a local vet clinic. This eventually grew into a reception position where she continued to work up until she attended AHT program at Olds College from 2019-2021. After graduating she did some work with horses until finally joining the team at Riverwood in early 2022. Her fur family includes two cats Bella and Lynx, two dogs Henny and Nelly, and her mare Freckles. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, camping, watching movies, and going for rides with Freckles. Hailey SchausTech AssistantHailey Schaus was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. Two of Hailey’s greatest passions growing up were dance and her love of animals. Hailey had the opportunity to attend many prestigious dance schools including; The National Ballet of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School and Boston Ballet School to name a few. Wanting to pursue her love of animals further, Hailey enrolled in Bow Valley College where she attained her Veterinary Office Assistant certificate. Hailey’s fur family includes her two dogs Princeton and MJ, and her cat Jiff.
Megan GillandersFront LeadMegan grew up on a large ranch outside of Cochrane before moving back to Cayley where her family originated. She then graduated high school in High River. Being in 4H and having animals for her entire life, she knew veterinary medicine is where she belonged. Other than briefly exploring event planning, Megan had been in the field for almost 10 years before joining Riverwood Veterinary Clinic in 2023. She now lives with her husband outside of Blackie with her chihuahua, Piper, ragdoll, Max, their spunky shop cats, Bonny, and Clyde, as well as their goofy ducks.
Caylee Tech Assistant and ReceptionistCaylee is originally from Vauxhall, Alberta, where she grew up on a farm with her parents and two younger brothers, developing a lifelong love for animals. In her spare time, she enjoys participating in the chuckwagon circuit and riding her own horses.
Mikayla ReceptionistMikayla lived in Calgary for 25 years before she purchased her home in High River a few years ago and is now enjoying small town living. She went to university and obtained her bachelor in English but always knew she wanted to work alongside animals. She briefly worked in a dog grooming shop and has been in the vet industry for a year now. She is happy working in a general practice, each day she looks forward to meeting new patients and connecting with familiar ones. In her spare time, she can be found with her dogs, reading a book or relaxing with her partner and family.
EmilyEmily's previous experience with animals includes working at the the Humane Society in Ontario for 8 years, starting as a kennel attendant and then stepping into the roll of Canine Coordinator, placing dogs into loving homes. She has also worked in a dog boarding and daycare kennel facility in both Ontario and Alberta for 6 years. Emily is also a certified canine behaviour therapist and aggression therapist, bringing valuable knowledge and skills to our team.
Outside of work, she can often be found riding her motorcycle, spending time with her horse, 2 dogs and 4 cats, or curled up on the couch with a good book.Ava Ava has been working with us since September 2025 and has lived her whole life in High River. Before joining our team, Ava gained experience in a variety of roles, including working at Spruce Meadows, Catering and custodian roles. In her spare time, Ava enjoys skating and snowboarding, she also coaches figure skating here in High River. A true animal lover, she adores both cats and dogs and is a crucial member of our team.StaceyStacey grew up on a farm near Rosebud, Alberta, where her passion for animal care began. During her years at Olds College and her early career in Strathmore, she also worked on the WPCA chuckwagon circuit, gaining extensive experience in horse care and the fast-paced world of competitive racing.
She graduated from the Animal Health Technology Program in 2004 and went on to build a 20-year career as an RVT, including roles in small-animal nursing, client care, operations, and clinic management across multiple locations.
Stacey now lives in the Blackie area with her family and a small herd of pets. She is active in her community and serves as President of the Blackie Community Association. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, community events, and supporting her three daughters in their busy competitive dance schedules.
Stacey is excited to bring her experience, energy, and commitment to excellent care as she joins our new team.
JennyVeterinary AssistantHi! I'm Jenny a Veterinary Assistant. My days are filled with excitement and purpose as I assist to in providing top-notch care to animals in need. I've had a privilege of working with a wide range of species, from furry friends to feathered companions, and each one has its unique personality and story to tell. Whether I'm cuddling with nervous pets, I know I'm making a difference in their lives and the lives of their owners. It's a rewarding feeling that motivates me to continue learning and growing in my role as a Veterinary Assistant.
Each day I go home to my 4 adorable cats and I love going for long walks with my 2 dogs.CheyenneTech StudentCheyenne grew up on farms in both Langdon and Turner Valley and now lives outside of Black Diamond. She’s always been on a farm, she has spent her entire life on ranches and rodeoing. She started riding when she was just 3 years old and began trick riding and entering rodeos at the age of 6. She then spent 10+ years travelling the world as a professional trick rider. She spends her free time riding in the mountains and team roping with her significant other.ReillyReceptionistReilly grew up in Okotoks and has always loved animals and has a dog of her own. She’s currently in school studying sociology, and when she’s not studying she’s usually staying active. She really enjoys being around animals and loves being part of a clinic where she gets to meet new animals and care for them.AlmaRegistered Veterinary TechnicianAlma began her career with animals at a young age, providing pet sitting services to her extended family, while taking care of her own budgies and pet rabbits. Throughout high school, Alma volunteered at a Veterinary hospital in Calgary, ABwhere she was later employed as a receptionist. In 2001, Alma was accepted into the Animal Health Technologist program at Olds College. She graduated in 2003 with Honours and her first rescued animal. Throughout her lengthy career, she has worked in a variety of settings including general practice, specialty medicine (ICU and Internal Medicine units), shelter medicine, and emergency medicine. Alma now resides in High River with her husband, two children, their rescued dog “Zeus”, cat “Misty” and their 4 ducks. Her hobbies include crocheting, camping, running and travelling.MakennaVeterinary AssistantI was raised in Okotoks, Alberta and have loved animals for as long as I can remember—whether they’re household pets or wildlife. I attended Olds College in 2024 and achieved my Veterinary Assistant certification. I’m passionate about providing compassionate care to every patient and share my home with three cats. When I’m not at the clinic, you’ll find me playing hockey, video games, or creating art.
