Henry Skutelsky (Veterinarian)
DVM OVC University of Guelph Graduate
DVM Latvian Agricultural Academy Graduate
Member of CVO, TAVM, OVMA, CVMA
Continuous education participant
Dr. Henry Skutelsky has been the sole owner of Roncesvalles Animal Hospital since 1988, and recently he decided to incorporate Dr. Schwarz into the practice as co-owner in 2020. Dr. Skutelsky has over 35 years of experience working with companion animals and is particularly interested in general surgery, client communication and education. He is always happy to help his clients understand veterinary conditions in-depth, as he believes the veterinarian-client relationship is equally as important as the veterinarian-patient relationship.
His interests are good food, reading, skiing, teaching others and spending time with his family. He enjoys starting and ending his day on a long walk with Prince his Standard Poodle.
Hana Schwarz (Veterinarian)
Hana graduated as DVM from UNEFM School of Veterinary Medicine in Coro-Falcón state, Venezuela in 2007. She moved to Canada in 2010, and after intense training, received accreditation by the CVMA and the CVO in 2014.
In November 2018 Dr. Schwarz joined our team as an associate, and in 2020 she became clinic co-owner. Dr. Schwarz is an advocate of continuous education in different topics of small animal veterinary medicine, like internal medicine, diagnostics, ophthalmology, dentistry and dermatology to name a few. In her spare time Dr. Schwarz enjoys being at home relaxing, watching television, going to the gym and enjoying quality time with family, friends and her two dogs Homer and Kevin.
Dr. Schwarz habla Español y consultas están disponibles previa cita.
What do WE think of our Veterinarian, Hana?
Meaghan Worrall (Veterinarian)
Meaghan grew up in Mississauga always having a dog by her side. She completed her bachelor is biomedical science, with a minor in nutrition at the University of Guelph. She then went on to graduate from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2016.
She lives with her partner, dog and cat. Her dog’s name is Jackson, who she adopted while volunteering abroad in 2014. And Tails is their special needs kitty who was adopted from Annex Cat Rescue in 2021. Tails is paralyzed in her back legs, however still zooms around and doesn’t let it slow her down. They are both being the sweetest creatures a mother could ask for. When Meaghan’s not at work or reading about new treatments in veterinary medicine, she likes to go hiking, skating, play hockey, and go on road trips with the family.
What do WE think of our Veterinarian, Meaghan?
Meaghan, or Dr. Letters, as Hana loves to call her, is charming, caring and sweet to the tooth and bone, she is here to stay forever. Megs was with us for 3 seconds before she rapidly became the superglue that holds everything together. It is no surprise to anyone that she earned the trust and love of the staff by day 3 of her joining the clinic. Her most contagious word ever is “yeahhh.” This has gone viral with all the staff! We blame her husband for this!
Dr. Letters has the sweetest little voice for all dogs regardless of age or gender, and the deepest voice for all felines. If ever unhappy (not often at all), we can ALL recognize this as she will grunt like Marge Simpson would.
She is an awesome cook and foodie, loves the outdoors and going for hikes. During the winter, she loves a good TV show and a glass of wine. She’s pretty much like any other regular human, even though I am not sure she is one as she is just too good to be from this earth!
Meaghan has the most adorable dog, his name is Jaxon, a rescue from Thailand, he has the softest armpits ever (Hana just loves those armpits to almost a creepy level). Meaghan also has 2 rescued cats named Dora and Tails.
Laura (Administrative Assistant)
George Brown College RNA graduate
Continuous education participant
Laura has been a member of our team since 1991. She has a busy life with three teenage daughters, part time managing with us and a full-time job with Air Canada Cargo.
Laura loves spending time with her family and volunteering with different organizations. While at the clinic or at home, she is consistently assisting with the improvements of the clinic or helping out a colleague.
She loves coming home to be greeted by her old man Biscuit the Parson Jack Russel, Berlynn the Cane Corso and Polly her polydactyl cat.
What do WE think of our Administrative Assistant, Laura?
Once our Manager, now she is into numbers and keeping things in writing—we don’t know what we’d do without her! (actually, we do—the clinic would be a hot mess without her!) She is always making tea and steeping it for way too long, eventually forgetting about it and drinking it cold. She is consistently making sure everyone is comfortable and well-fed all of the time and also making sure every patient is seen in a timely manner.
Laura is ALWAYS aware of everything going on in the clinic, she hears everything ALL the time, even when she isn’t here! We have no idea how she does this… (we think Michelle secretly texts her).
Michelle (Registered Veterinary Technician)
Michelle has been with us since 2013, however has been working in the veterinary field for years before. In August 2022, Michelle received her license as a Registered Veterinarian Technician. We are very proud of Michelle and all she has accomplished. She is a mother to 3 hyper dogs, Odessa the Cane Corso as well as Meatball and Una which are smaller exotic bullies. Her interests are canine reproduction and nutrition.
What do WE think of our Registered Veterinary Technician, Michelle?
Michelle is our resident comedian—she always knows how to get a laugh out of us during the worst of times. She is never afraid to speak her mind, speaks up for others, stands up for any four-legged furry that needs help, or wear Henry’s shoes and we love her for all of it! Michelle is our go-to dog whisperer and canine behavior guru. And whatever you do, DO NOT MESS WITH HER INVENTORY! She also enjoys popping the bubble wrap that comes with glass products (Laura despises her doing this). Her special skills are barbequing and air frying anything.
Julia (Veterinary Assistant)
Julia has been working in the veterinary field since 2020 after graduating as a Veterinary Assistant. Starting with us in October, she is one of the newest members of our team. Her passion is to become a Registered Veterinary Technician. After hours, she likes to spend time with chapo her super cuddly and hyperactive Azorian cattle dog and her sassy queen of the house, Maryjane. Julia also loves to travel and hike and has been to Hawaii, Italy, Ecuador and will be continuing her journeys in the future.
What do WE think of our Veterinary Assistant, Julia?
Julia is like Katie Perry; She’s a champion and you’re going to hear her MEOWWWWWW. Her war words when handling a patient are: none, she is either quiet or laughing. Julia is super loud when patients are not around, she has a lot of energy and really nothing stops her. She travels from Kipling and north far somewhere away to come here on a daily basis and she wants to become a Registered Veterinary technician one day.
She loves her dog Chapo so much that allows him to wreck her car over and over, the life of a veterinary aficionado, I guess.
Marcela (Client Care Specialist)
Marcela started working with us in February 2022 and is new to the veterinary field. She has spent the last few years in customer service and is ready for learning something new. Marcela has such a great passion for helping animals, and is always eager to learn new things. She loves coming into work and seeing all the furry faces that pop in.
When she’s not at work she’s at home taking care of her own mini zoo! She has a dog named Luna, cat Loki, two Senegal parrots, and a cat fish! And I think she just acquired another dog.
What do we think of our Client Care Specialist, Marcela?
Marcela or Chela is just a wonderful person, sweet, caring, pretends to be quiet… but… she is not! If quiet, it’s only because she is writing a ton of notes. Sai thinks she is a professional writer, but not the kind you think.. no señor, que va!. She has a huge heart and recently opened her home to a stranded puppy. Perhaps you have already met Raine at the clinic, she needed shelter and in no time, Marcela snatched her up and said SHE’S MINE.
Jenny (Client Care Specialist)
Jenny started working with us in February 2023 and has been working in the veterinary industry for only 2 years. She instantly fell in love with the field and loves working with animals. Being a fur mom herself, she is always ready to help other pet parents with whatever they need! She is ecstatic to be a member of the Roncesvalles Animal Hospital team! Outside of work she has a busy lifestyle running her own business, going to the gym and playing with her three fur babies at home! She has two feisty chihuahuas named Yuki and Chico and a Frenchie named Celine! Safe to say she’s a busy girl who loves her doggy’s!
Sara (Veterinary Assistant)
Sara joined the team in April 2023 as one of Roncesvalles Animal Hospital’s Veterinary Assistants.
She has been in the field just shy of one year and is excited to continue her growth in the world of veterinary medicine and care.
Sara is the proud owner of an adorable cockapoo named Rupert and a lovely, handsome cat she’s had for many years named Benny.
For as long as Sara can remember, she has always had pets in her life. From cats to dogs, rabbits to hamsters, fish to reptiles… you name it, she’s cared for them!
Her genuine love and compassion for animals is never-ending, and that is one of the many reasons she is driven and inspired to be in this field.
Sara adores assisting in looking after each and every single animal that comes into our clinic as well as meeting all of our wonderful clients. Sara has a strong passion for customer service and is always happy to help. She can’t wait to meet you and your fur baby to assist you in all of your needs!
Kevin (Clinic Ambassadog)
As the younger fur-child of Dr. Schwarz, Kevin was welcomed into our clinic family shortly after his arrival in Canada from Texas in May 2020. Though timid at first, Kevin quickly developed a strong bond with his new parents and older brother, Homer. As an Anatolian Shepherd Mix, it’s no surprise that Kevin is extremely protective of his flock (aka sheeple) and very, very smart. Ask Kevin about pet insurance #emesis– see our instagram for more details on Kevin’s mouse ingestion adventure.
What do WE think of our Ambassadog Kevin?
Kevin is a sweet, introverted boy with a big personality (once you get to know him.) He has a small circle of trust and a big heart, especially when food is involved.
Kevin’s war words when handling staff are: ” Gurrrrrr” DO NOT TOUCHESSSS ME! but geeeevesss me the treaaattts.
Kevin’s likes: Puzzles, other dogs, visits to Cherry Beach, going to the trailer, walkies, snacks, playtime with moms, coffee time with moms, snuggle time with moms, sleeping on his moms, and chasing squirrels and kibble topped with chimmkens.
Kevin’s dislikes: Gridlock, trucks, surprise parties
Our veterinary diagnosis is: Social anxiety (agoraphobia) with hyper attachment AKA: velcro dog
If Kevin was a human he would likely be: The slightly awkward, shy, academic boy next door who loves his friends. Like Leonard of “Big Bang Theory”.
Berlynn (Clinic Ambassadog)
Berlynn is the youngest member of our team. A Cane Corso, born in June 2021 she loves to hang out at the clinic and enjoy the cuddles from all the staff. She was born with 2 congenital abnormalities a VSD (Ventricular Septal Defect) and the biggest of big hernia’s we have ever seen. Dr. Skutelsky repaired the hernia, but the VSD is something that will need to be monitored, however she should live a full and happy life. Now that Berlynn is old enough and her heart has been examined to allow her to, she has become a canine blood donor to be able to help other dogs in need.
What do WE think of our Ambassadog Berlynn?
Berlynn is a nosy puppy that likes to get into anything that can open and if it doesn’t open she can make it open. Recently Berlynn’s mom Laura forgot her phone on the couch, so she tried to call her. Unfortunately she couldn’t figure out the password however helped mom get a new phone case by eating the old one.
Berlynn’s war words when handling staff are: Feed me treats, I’ll sit and give paw and lay down as much as you want if you love me, kiss me and give me treats.
Berlynn’s likes: Going to the clinic to hang out with Una Spud her best best friend (as seen in photo), sleeping, eating and playing with other chipper dogs at the dog park. And she LOVES her little big brother however he doesn’t feel the same.
Berlynn’s dislikes: Nail trimming, cuddling under pressure, being calm with her big brother
Our veterinary diagnosis is: Ventricular Septal defect
If Berlynn was a human she would likely : Have 2 king sized beds and many sheets as she drools a lot.