Dr. Rattan Garg, DVM

Dr. Garg is a very passionate and dedicated veterinarian. At an early age he volunteered at several animal shelters. It is this love for animals that led him into this noble profession. In 1983, he received his degree in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Husbandry. Following graduation, he worked with Nestle Ltd, Metrotown Animal Hospital, Canadian Food Inspection Agency. He joined Walnut Grove Animal Hospital in 2007. Dr. Garg brings with him a lot of experience in veterinary medicine, surgery and animal care. He is a member of Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and BC Veterinary Medical Association as well as is licensed by the American Veterinary Medical Association. He holds a particular interest in surgery, canine and feline medicine and is constantly attending veterinary seminars to keep himself updated with the latest. Dr. Garg is owned by two beautiful cats, Cinder and Emma, at the  hospital, and a young dog named Rocky, at home, who keep him occupied.  In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, running, camping and helping out in the community. Recently, he has also been enjoying taking cooking lessons from his wife who is a wonderful cook. Dr. Garg has a daughter, who is on her way to becoming an MD; and a son who is currently attending Simon Fraser University.

    Brenda Burgess, Vet Assistant

Brenda has six indoor cats. Four of them are Abyssinians and two are Siamese crosses. Their names are Chewy, Ember, Lulu, Tintagel, Latte and Angelina. In addition to all of those cats Brenda has an African grey parrot named Digger. Brenda has worked at the clinic for twelve years.

     Nicole Merchant, Receptionist

Nicole has been a part of our team since September 2008. She started as a volunteer but due to her strong work ethic, her compassion towards our patients and a very friendly nature, we offered her a job instead. Nicole plans to begin her path towards becoming a vet early next year. At home, she is joyed with the company of three furry friends, Malibu her chow chow, Hooch her sisters staffordshire pittbul and the newest addition to their family, Olive a french bull dog. Nicole doesn't know what she would do without them.

    Kelsey Dolton, Vet Assistant

Kelsey is an extreme animal lover, doing what ever she is able to help out a furry little friend in need. When not at the clinic she enjoys running around with her 3 years old pug Lexi and Lexi's mom and dad, Delilah and Samson, respectively. Time to time, Kelsey will curl up on the couch with her Simease X Meeko. To add another pet to her zoo, Kelsey has two red headed Slider turtles, Flip and Franklin. Kelsey has been at our clinic since early September 2008 and plans to enroll in vet school next fall.