VETERINARIANS
Veterinarians
Dr. Breanne Galloway, B.Sc.Ag., D.V.M.
Dr. Breanne Galloway is the eldest daughter of Dr. Robert Galloway and is now the owner of Steveston Veterinary Hospital. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan in 2008 and her Degree in Veterinary Medicine overseas at the University College Dublin in Ireland in 2015. Having always had a passion for animals big and small, she knew that this was absolutely the career for her and is thrilled to finally be living her dream.
She has a Bengal cat named Petunia, and recently added a Great Dane puppy named Demi to her family.
HOURS:
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY 8:15am - 3:15pm
TUESDAY, THURSDAY Surgeries only
Dr. Teresa Millar, B.Sc., D.V.M.
Dr. Teresa Millar obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Simon Fraser University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 1988. After graduation, she completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Washington State University. Dr. Millar has spent the last 33 years in small animal practice in the lower mainland. Because of the complicated and ever changing nature of veterinary medicine, she maintains her skills with continuing education courses in various fields. She has a special interest in dentistry, anesthesia, behaviour and internal medicine.
Dr. Millar enjoys gardening, reading and knitting. She likes to spend time with her crazy rescued Goldendoodle "Fluffy" and watching her 2 adorable kitties "Dora" and "Harriet" practice parkour in the living room!
HOURS:
WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY 8am - 5pm
SATURDAY 9am - 4pm
Dr. Emese Bonniere, D.V.M.
Dr. Emese Bonniere completed her Honours of Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science at Wilfrid Laurier University, followed by her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at the Ontario Veterinary College.
From a young age, Dr. Bonniere’s family were always avid pet and exotic animal owners. From a multitude of pet dogs, cats, reptiles, rodents, and birds, Dr. Bonniere had taken a keen interest in companion animals from a young age. During her school years she began working in veterinary clinics and animal shelters and knew this was the career of choice. Dr Bonniere has a special interest in preventative medicine, animal behaviour, and surgery.
Currently, Dr. Bonniere and her family have a zoo of animals including; a Bengal cat named Ferris, three snakes, two guinea pigs, a monitor lizard, tree frogs, and many crested geckos. Outside of work, Dr. Bonniere has a great love of the outdoors, and spends much of her free time hiking, camping, and kayaking. She also enjoys weight lifting, travelling, and cooking.
HOURS:
TUESDAY-FRIDAY 10am - 8pm
Locums
Dr. Margaret Fisher, D.V.M.
Dr. Margaret Fisher obtained her Bachelor of Animal Science from the University of British Columbia in 1997 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 2001. After graduation, she worked at the Vancouver Animal Emergency Clinic for 5 years since has worked in general practice at a number of clinics throughout the Lower Mainland.
Dr. Fisher recently moved to Steveston and is enjoying her new home near the water. In her free time, Dr. Fisher loves to play tennis, swim and practice yoga.
HOURS:
Dr. Fisher is on leave until Summer 2024.
Dr. Alessandra Chek-Harder, D.V.M.
Dr. Chek-Harder
Dr. Alessandra Chek-Harder grew up in the Lower Mainland and completed her veterinary studies at the Ontario Veterinary College. She is happy to be back home and working at Steveston Veterinary Hospital, where she is passionate about creating long-lasting bonds with her patients and clients. Her clinical interests include endocrine disorders and pain management.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors both on the mountains and in the water.
HOURS:
MONDAY, TUESDAY , THURSDAY 9am - 6pm
In Memoriam
Dr. Robert Galloway, D.V.M
It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Dr. Robert Galloway in 2019, after a brave fight with cancer. Dr. Galloway had passionately served SVH clients from 1974 until July 2018. The Steveston Veterinary Hospital staff will greatly miss his compassion, exemplary skill and knowledge, and genuine kindness and respect.