Meet Our Team

DIRECTOR

Dr. Davinder Jassal is a distinguished veterinarian with a comprehensive career encompassing clinical practice, research, and professional service. He graduated from veterinary school in 1984 and furthered his expertise by earning a Master’s degree from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1988.

Dr. Jassal began his career in the Research Division at the Hospital for Sick Children, where he specialized in lung diseases. His work contributed valuable insights into the treatment of respiratory conditions in neonatal babies, reflecting his ability to apply veterinary knowledge to critical research areas.

In 1992, Dr. Jassal transitioned back to private practice, gaining extensive experience at various veterinary emergency clinics throughout the Greater Toronto Area. The following year, he founded the Eglinton-Hwy 10 Veterinary Clinic, which has since become a cornerstone of animal health in the community. His clinic exemplifies his commitment to modern veterinary medicine, underscored by his dedication to ongoing education and advancement in the field.

Dr. Jassal’s professional interests include internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. He is an active member of several prestigious organizations, including the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the Association of Feline Practitioners. Additionally, he has served on various committees of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario for over a decade, contributing significantly to the advancement of the veterinary profession.

Outside of his professional achievements, Dr. Jassal is a devoted family man. Both of his sons have followed in his footsteps to become veterinarians, continuing the family’s legacy in veterinary medicine. His household also includes his cherished Bichon dog, Junior, who is eight years old, and two clinic cats, Pumpkin and Gus. Dr. Jassal’s life reflects a deep commitment to both his family and the well-being of animals, showcasing his lifelong dedication to veterinary care.

VETERINARIAN

Dr. Monika Pajek graduated in 2008 from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. She came to Canada from Poland and joined our growing team in 2009, initially as a technician while working on obtaining a Canadian Veterinary Licence. In May 2013, she was granted a restricted license from the College of Veterinarians of Ontario and started training under Dr. Davinder Jassal’s supervision. In January 2015, she moved to the position of full-time veterinarian after fulfilling all the necessary licensure requirements. Dr. Monika’s professional interests focus on internal medicine and nutrition to involve pet owners in every step of our patient’s life. A true bird lover, Dr. Monika enjoys long bird-watching hikes. During her years as a technician, she rescued a couple of abandoned baby birds, eventually releasing them back into the wild.

DVM, BSc

Dr. Harmeet Jassal graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2020. After graduation, he worked as an emergency veterinarian in Mississauga, Ontario. He then completed a one–year rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Veterinary Emergency Clinic in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Jassal currently works in Toronto, Ontario, with over two years of emergency and general practice experience. He has many experiences and skills ranging from emergency medicine, general practice, internal medicine, surgery, critical care, and advanced case management. Dr. Jassal is excited to continue his passion for caring for your furry friends in the Toronto area!

VETERINARIAN

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OFFICE MANAGER

As far back as she could remember, Joyce has always been interested in pursuing a career in the veterinary field. Her first experience was working in a veterinary clinic during her co-operative placement in high school. After high school, she worked in a veterinary hospital, where she acquired more knowledge in the field. Since 2002, Joyce has been a valued employee here at the Eglinton-Hwy 10 Clinic. In 2006, she obtained the position of practice manager. Joyce’s home has become a safe haven for animals. Her passion and nurturing towards animals is definitely an asset to this clinic and our clients. Joyce’s ambitions for the future are to continue her education and further her career here at the Eglington-Hwy 10 Veterinary Clinic.

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Heidi joined the Eglington-Hwy 10 Clinic in 1993 as its resident groomer. Having an interest in medicine, she continued her studies with enthusiasm by training and pursuing a career as a Veterinary Assistant. As a Veterinary Assistant, Heidi’s goal is to continue to further her knowledge in animal medicine. Her compassion and understanding of animals have made her a valuable addition to this staff. Heidi also enjoys reading, music, and dancing. Her favourite thing to do is spend time with her family, especially her husband Billy and her grandchildren.

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Raquel joined the team a little earlier this year as an animal care attendant. She has been working with animals since around 2015 for her Co-op placement in High School. Raquel graduated from the Animal Care program at Sheridan College in 2017. She has a strong love for animals and wants to further her career with them, so she is attending Sheridan for the Veterinary Technician program. Raquel has always loved animals and continues to give them the best care, as well as striving to maintain great customer service. When she’s not at the clinic, she is either hiking with her dog, Kaly or playing with her cats, Sophie and Phoebe and her newest additions to the family, Ivy Rey & Ember.

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Anna joined our team in September 2016 and has been working in the veterinary business since 2013. She graduated from the Animal Care program at Sheridan College in the spring of 2013 to help further her knowledge of animal husbandry and care. Like everybody here at the clinic, Anna is an animal lover, and she also puts a lot of effort into making our clients happy, as she loves to see people smile. She has a passion for pet nutrition and always makes sure to help doctors recommend proper diets to all of our patients. When Anna is not at the clinic, she is at home spending time with her ever-growing furry family.

Pumpkin is our Senior resident pet greeter and cannot be missed with her fluffy white coat. She loves to greet everyone, including children and dogs especially. She fits right in with our Gus, although she likes to be the boss. You will likely find her lying in a box or on top of a food bag in the reception area.

Augustus (Gus) is our newest resident pet greeter! He loves to greet everyone who comes into our clinic. Gus is a purebred Ragdoll, and is the absolute best cuddler. He is also a huge foodie & always lets us know when it is meal time. You can find him hanging out on the chairs in the reception or sitting on the front desk with Pumpkin.

Forever In Our Hearts 1993 – 2014