Pictou County Vet Clinic Near Me

Tartan Tails Pictou County

Pictou County Vet Clinic Location: Stellarton

Veterinary Hospital Hours

Monday 8:00am – 6:00pm

Tuesday 8:00am – 6:00pm

Wednesday - Closed

Thursday 8:00am – 6:00pm

Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday - Closed

Sunday - Closed

By Appointment Only

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Our Services

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    Spay and Neuter

  • Vaccines, Parasite Prevention, and Annual Exams

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    Medical and Dental Surgery

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    Microchipping

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    Dental Cleaning and Treatment

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    Diagnostic Exams and X-Ray

Our Pictou County Veterinary Hospital Team

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    Dr. Hollie Knoll

    Position: Veterinarian

    Furry family members: 3 cats (Baby Mr. Snuggles, Sugar Dragon and Etc – AKA Echo), 3 dogs (Achoo, Grim and Laszlo) and 1 snake (Hot Chocolate)

    Qualifications & Education: I received my (Hons) in Biology from the University of Calgary, received my MSc in Zoology from the University of Calgary and received my DVM from the University of Calgary.

    Favourite and most fulfilling about working in veterinary medicine: Learning new techniques that allow me to improve the quality of life of my patients.

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    Jessica Murphy

    Position: Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

    Furry family members: 2 cats (Indy and Dory) and always a multitude of fosters (anywhere from newborns kittens or puppies, baby guinea pigs and any cats or dogs requiring more socialization).

    Qualifications & Education: Worked as an RVT for 15 years, starting out in a mixed animal practice including large, small and exotic animals, then transitioned to a small and exotic practice that specialized in Orthopedics

    Favourite and most fulfilling about working in veterinary medicine: “What I enjoy most about Veterinary medicine is making a difference in animals’ lives, whether that difference is big or small, it is so rewarding to see an animal get the best care it possibly can.”

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    Bree Huggan

    Position: Registered Veterinary Technician 

    Furry family members: 3 cats (Marston, Kili, and Uncle), 2 mice (Tofu and Ube), and 1 dog (Nayuta)  

    Qualifications & Education: Graduated with a Bachelor Degree with Honours in Psychology, and a Diploma in Veterinary Technology  

    Favourite and most fulfilling about working in veterinary medicine: My favorite thing about working in veterinary medicine is cats! They're so unique, and lots of fun to work with. Plus, I love getting the chance to work with other smaller species such as pocket pets or reptiles. 

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    Donna McLeod

    Bio coming soon.

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    Loriann Forrest

    Position: Receptionist 

    Furry family members: 1 dog (Buddy the Best Boy) and 1 cat (Charlie Chatty Chicken Brown Meow) 

    Qualifications & Education: Graduated NSCC Secretarial diploma 1988 and Graduated NSCC Business diploma 1990. Started working at a small animal clinic in 1995. Then moved to a mixed animal practice (large and small animal) in 2001. Very fortunate to continue my career with the SPCA and accept a reception position with North Nova Tartan Tails in September 2024. 2025 marks my 30th year in animal health and medicine. 

    Favourite and most fulfilling about working in veterinary medicine: The enrichment I receive each time I help a family keep their furry companions healthy.