Meet the Team
DVM - Dr. Emily Zakrajsek - Practice Owner
After graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2018, Dr Emily began practicing veterinary medicine in Tillsonburg as a mixed animal veterinarian. Having been horse-crazy her whole life, she quickly fell in love with equine practice, but also maintains a passion for working on species of all kinds. Not one to sit still, she spends her time outside of work at the gym, walking her 4 dogs and riding/spending time with her horses. In 2021 Dr. Emily and her husband Eric started their own practice: Talbot Road Veterinary Services. Since then Dr Emily has been able to further her knowledge and skills in equine lameness & imaging, equine dentistry and soft tissue surgeries for all species.
Associate DVM - Dr. Carleigh Cathcart
Raised on a hobby farm in Peterborough, ON, Dr. Carleigh quickly developed a love for animals of every kind. Her favourite thing about mixed animal medicine is the constant learning, challenge, and reward that comes with treating a wide variety of species. Graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2021, Dr. Carleigh is passionate about animal welfare and behaviour, and regularly completes continuing education to improve the human-animal bond. She is Fear Free certified in feline, canine, equine, and avian care, and is currently expanding her knowledge of more exotic species. Dr. Carleigh is known around the clinic for her love of donkeys, pigs, chickens, and puns. When not at work, she can be found cheering for the Leafs, reading a newspaper, and occasionally, sleeping.
Associate DVM - Dr. Courtney Anderson
Dr. Courtney completed her Bachelor of Science Honours in Animal Biology at the University of Guelph. She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College. Growing up with an equine background and having a passion to work with a variety of species, mixed animal veterinary medicine was her desired field. After growing up on beautiful Georgian bay, Dr. Courtney embarked on a new adventure, relocating to the Delhi area and joining the Talbot Road team. Although she likes a little bit of everything, Dr. Courtney’s professional interests include: ophthalmology, small animal nutrition, surgery, preventive care and community outreach. She is dedicated to continuing her education in multiple species and areas of veterinary medicine in order to provide the best care possible to her patients. When Dr. Courtney isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her dogs (Bentley and Chance), riding horses, baking, hiking, camping and boating.
Office Manager - Eric Elver
Growing up in London, Ontario, Eric has always had a love of animals as well as a keen interest in business and marketing. After completing a business degree at Fanshawe College, he and Dr. Emily moved to Tillsonburg together and married not long after! In Tillsonburg Eric spent several years as a manager and eagerly joined the clinic team when the couple took over in 2021 as the office manager. When not working, Eric enjoys spending time at home with his pets and going for walks with Dr. Emily and their dogs. He is also an avid paintball player and a hockey goalie.
Head RVT - Amanda
Born and raised on an apple farm in Harley Ontario, Amanda has always had a love for the country and it's animals. After completing her degree to become a Registered Veterinary Technician she began working as a mixed-animal tech in Tillsonburg. In 2021 she was hired on as a founding member of Talbot Veterinary services. When not at work Amanda enjoys playing with her cat named Sprout, exploring in the wilderness and riding a quarter horse named Bear. She looks forward to working with all our clients and critters big and small!
RVT - Hannah
Hannah has always had a love for animals and medicine as she grew up on a beef farm and her grandmother was a nurse so veterinarian medicine was the only thing that made sense! Hannah graduated from St Clair college in 2020 and got her registration shortly after. Hannah enjoys working with all species especially bovine, equine and small ruminants. When Hannah isn’t working she’s at home working with cattle and playing with her dogs aka “kids” Ruger and Scarlett. Hannah is so excited and honoured to be joining the team as well as getting to meet everyone and working with their pets!
RVT - Emily T
Emily grew up on a small hobby farm in Oakland Ontario and has always had a passion for animals especially horses and dogs. It was no surprise to anyone when she decided to follow in her Mother’s footsteps and become an RVT. Emily graduated from St. Clair College in 2021 and wrote her registration exam shortly after. When not at work she enjoys spending most of her time with her family and her many animals which includes her dogs (Hooch and Bailey), her goats (Bonnie and Clyde) and her “heart” horse Mo. Emily is thrilled to be apart of Team Talbot and looks forward to meeting all of our clients and their beloved pets.
RVT - Torie E
Torie has always had a love and passion for working with animals of all kinds. Graduating from Ridgetown College and becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician in 2016. She has worked with a wide range of species including cats, dogs, exotics and pocket pets. Torie has a special soft spot for senior dogs and loves that veterinary medicine offers endless opportunities to learn and grow. When she’s not at work, you can find her spending time with her partner and daughter outdoors in any season. At home, she loves and cares for Chip (red footed tortoise), Doug (blue fronted amazon), Luther (mudi), and Louise (cat). Torie is excited to be part of the Talbot Road Veterinary Services team and looks forward to caring for clients and their pets!
Receptionist - Etta
Etta started her career in Veterinary Medicine in 2008, Having the privilege of working with exotics, Wildlife, Reptiles, Horses, and everything in between. Etta can honestly say she has a passion for animals of all kinds. Outside of work, Etta Enjoys Camping and hiking with her 2 children, Participating in Dog sports with her dogs, and spoiling her retired horse.
Receptionist - Izzy
Izzy (Elizabeth) grew up on a small farm “north of Seven,” later moving to Haldimand-Norfolk County and settling on the beautiful shores of Lake Erie with her husband. An avid animal lover, she now is the proud dog-mom of Mina, a loving rescue who is the light of our lives. Izzy looks forward to further serving the clients and animals of the greater Norfolk community.
Receptionist - Rhonda
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Receptionist/VA - Carly
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Thinking about working at Talbot Road Veterinary? We are always looking to add talent to our practice. Please forward your Resume and Cover letter to admin@talbotveterinary.com