Dr. Joginder Panesar, BVSC & AH, MVSc, DVM

Dr. Panesar was born and raised on a farm in India. He had a special interest in veterinary medicine at a young age when he watched the veterinarians treating his family’s animals.  Dr. P completed his Master’s in Veterinary Medicine in 1993 at the College of Veterinary Sciences (Punjab Agricultural University).  During his education, his research on canine transmissible tumours was published in the International Journal of Pathology.  After completing his degree he enjoyed mixed animal practice in India for 14 years.  In September of 2006, he moved to Canada to further pursue his career in veterinary medicine.  He wrote the clinical exam at the University of Guelph. In August of 2007, he achieved his Canadian license from the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.  After this time he volunteered in different clinics around the GTA before heading west, taking a veterinarian position in Alberta. However, the minus 45-degree winter weather of Alberta forced him back to Guelph in 2009. Over the last 5 years, Dr. P has enjoyed small animal practice working both as a locum in Mississauga and then partnering up to open his own small animal practice of which he has since left. This past August Dr. P opened Stonegate Animal Hospital here in Guelph. He loves Guelph city and settled here for his life.

Dr. P has special interests in dog breeding and soft tissue surgeries. He is a very dedicated and hard-working veterinarian and his priority is client satisfaction and exceptional pet care.  He could not be more proud to serve in the Guelph area to help pet parents keep their pets healthy.

Currently, he is a Guelph resident living with his loving wife and son, Bhawan, a student of U of T.  Outside of work Dr. P enjoys taking long walks and keeping up with current events in the news.

Dr. Katie Burrow, DVM

Dr. Katie Burrow grew up in rural New Brunswick, where she enjoyed horseback riding, being involved in theatrical productions and spending time with her animals. From an early age, she knew she wanted to peruse her dream of becoming a veterinarian. In 2006, Dr. Burrow graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Mount Allison University and went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island. Upon graduation, she worked at a rural practice for nine years in New Brunswick. In early 2019, she moved to Ontario and has since joined our team. She takes a particular interest in surgery and treating dermatological cases. Dr. Burrow enjoys boating, cooking and spending time with her husband, Andrew, their four dogs, and the barn animals on their hobby farm.

Nicole Dewald

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Nicole was born and raised in Guelph. Her passion for animals started at a young age. She had cats and many smaller pets growing up. She got her first dog Nicky when she was 19, and sadly put her down in 2015. Currently takes care of her 3 dogs Memphis and Moon and her new puppy Cage. She has completed 2 college programs and has worked for the past 8 years in clinic’s in and around Guelph as well worked at an emergency hospital in Calgary, AB. Nicole is hoping to continue her education to become a registered veterinary technician. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her fiancé and soon to be husband, as well as outdoor activities; swimming, kayaking and walks with her dogs.

Hayley

Receptionist/Vet Assistant

Hayley was raised in Aurora, ON. Here, she grew up with dogs, cats, horses and all the wildlife surrounding her home. She has always had a passion for animals and graduated from the University of Guelph with a Degree in Equine Management and a minor in Animal Genetics. Hayley has worked in many sectors of the large animal world, including dairy cows, show horses and race horses. Outide of the clinic, Hayley enjoys spending time with her cat, hiking, and camping. She plans on pursuing her dream of becoming a Veterinary Technician and Equine Nutritionist.

Rianne Withington

Veterinary Assistant

Rianne has been working at Stonegate animal hospital since February of 2022. She was born in Denver Colorado and raised in Connecticut where over the years, she and her family fostered over 150 dogs & cats from the Connecticut Humane Society.  By second grade, Rianne knew she wanted to work in veterinary medicine.  In eighth grade she enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant certificate program at Norwalk Community College and she has been working in veterinary clinics since the age of 14. She moved to Guelph returning to her Canadian roots with her dog "Sam" and her two cats "Lily & James" to attend the University of Guelph where she is currently studying Animal Biology.

Emma Jessop

Vet Assistant/Receptionist

Emma was born and raised in Sudbury Ontario where she completed her undergraduate degree in Zoology at Laurentian University. Emma has always had a love and passion for veterinary medicine, as she was always surrounded by animals whether it be at home with her pets, at camp catching critters, or helping patients in the clinic. After completing her undergraduate studies in 2021, Emma decided to further her education and is now in her final year in the Master of Clinical Studies Program at the Ontario Veterinary College. Outside of the clinic and her studies, Emma enjoys reading, camping, and spending time with loved ones.