Meet Our Team
Dr. Sammi Fuller, DVM
Owner & Veterinarian
Dr. Fuller grew up in Prince George, BC, graduating from Duchess Park Secondary School. She knew from a young age she wanted to be a veterinarian, growing up with a multitude of pets in her household, including dogs, cats, reptiles, and amphibians. She decided to go to the University of Calgary after graduation, where she completed a Bachelor of Sciences in Cellular, Molecular and Microbiology with Distinction. She then went to the University of Saskatchewan, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, where she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Thinking of specializing, she decided to move to the Atlantic Veterinary College in PEI to complete a Small Animal Internal Medicine and Surgery Internship. She gained valuable experience and knowledge here from a multitude of specialists, making her move back to her home-town of Prince George, to be a general small animal private practitioner much easier. Dr. Fuller has two dogs of her own: Freddy, a Pomeranian mix and Bates, a goofy St. Bernard x Caucasian Shepherd puppy. She enjoys hiking and going camping with her dogs and her husband, Wade.
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Dr. Gagne is another local. She grew up in Prince George attending both the College of New Caledonia and the University of Northern BC where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She moved to Saskatoon to attend the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. After she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine she and her husband returned to Prince George to be closer to their families and join us at the Hart Family Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Gagne loves to bake, hike and read when not at the clinic. She and her husband have the cutest, most talented cats, Iris and Cece and a Golden Retriever, Henry.
Dr. Soleil Gagne, DVM
Veterinarian
Leah Baker
Practice Manager
Leah was born and raised in Prince George and upon finishing high school she moved to Prince Rupert with her husband where she spent 7 years working in the medical field. She returned to Prince George in 2017 and began working in a paediatric office but decided to make the switch into the veterinary field as she has an unfaltering love for pets of all kinds. Leah and her husband Derek have two dogs, Ellie and Bruce, and two cats, Baxter and Katniss. In her free time Leah enjoys traveling and spending time at Cluculz lake with her family.
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Kelly grew up in Fraser Lake with her parents, brother, and a variety of animals, both large and small. Upon finishing high school, Kelly attended Lakeland College for two years, receiving a Diploma as an Animal Health Technologist. She initially worked in Alberta following graduation, but then decided to move closer to home. Prior to joining Hart Family Veterinary Clinic, Kelly worked for nine years at another veterinary clinic within the Prince George area. Kelly's family includes her husband Chris, son Chase, two dogs, Finn and Flair. Apart from work, Kelly enjoys hiking, camping, fishing and spending time outdoors.
Kelly
Registered Veterinary Technician
Natalia
Veterinary Technician
Natalia was born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia. Growing up Natalia always had a love of fish and aquariums, so much so that went on to get her education as a Veterinarian and graduated from University of La Salle in Bogotá in 2016. Shortly after, Natalia moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina and started working as a Veterinarian in the Buenos Aires zoologic park. While working in Buenos Aries, Natalia met Axel and in December 2023 they decided to take their greatest adventure to date and move to Canada! Natalia has been working as a tech with us since her arrival but she looks forward to writing her exams and becoming licenced as a veterinarian. Natalia loves painting, skating, spending time with her two cats Almendra and Uva and getting outside to explore the great Canadian wilderness!
Axel
Veterinary Technician
Axel was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Since he was a child he knew he wanted to be a veterinarian, he always liked all kinds of animals, from dogs and cats to bears and rhinos. Axel graduated from the University of Buenos Aires in 2015 and dedicated himself mainly to medicine for domestic animals and wild animals, and also worked in animal rehabilitation and physical therapy. Three months Axel and his wife Natalia arrived in Canada to work as veterinary technicians with the goal of getting licensed as veterinarians. In his free time Axel enjoys reading, riding his longboard, snowboarding and playing video games.
Calyssa
Registered Veterinary Technician Student
Calyssa was born and raised in Prince George. She always knew that she wanted to work with animals from a young age, but it wasn't until recently that she took the leap to change career paths and work in the veterinary medicine industry. She began working at the BC SPCA and then joined our team and enrolled in the Veterinary Technologist program at TRU. Calyssa likes to spend her free time beekeeping, playing live music, and spending time with her husband Colton, their dog Regy and their two cats Noot and Toot.
Fern previously worked at a very busy small practice veterinary clinic for 10 years, and also helped Dr. Fuller when Hart Family Vet Clinic first opened in 2014. For the past 13 years Fern has worked in human health-care, but still felt a strong desire to come back and work with animals. Fern enjoys gardening, going to the movies and spending the majority of her spare time with her precious bulldogs. She is very passionate about proper veterinary care, adoption and providing a loving home for many bulldogs who often need to be re-homed.
Fern
Receptionist
Ella grew up in Halifax, NS, and moved to northern BC at 18. As one of ten kids, she was always known as the family’s animal lover. She began volunteering at the clinic and now works as a receptionist while preparing to enroll in the Veterinary Technologist program at TRU. In her spare time, Ella enjoys cuddling her cats, Ham and Cheese, and spending time with her fiancé.
Ella
Receptionist
Brenna was born and raised in Prince George then moved to Burns Lake where she started volunteering at their local vet clinic. She eventually returned to Prince George and joined us here at the Hart Family Veterinary Clinic where she has worked in various roles through the years. Brenna is kept busy with her three young children and small hobby farm but enjoys the outdoors exploring trails with her dogs and family in her free time.
Brenna
Receptionist
Sheri was born and raised in Abbotsford, BC. Growing up surrounded by animals, she knew from a young age that she wanted to work in the veterinary field. As a young adult she attended West Coast College of Health Care to get her Veterinary Assistant diploma. She graduated in 2023 and started her career right out of school. In June 2019, her family made the decision to move to Prince George. She began working at the Hart Family Veterinary Clinic in 2021. During her free time, Sheri loves being surrounded by her husband, two beautiful girls and her golden retriever, Joey.
Sheri
Veterinary Assistant
Kendra
Veterinary Assistant
Kendra was born and raised in Fort Nelson before moving to Prince George to attend university at UNBC. After graduation Kendra spent several years working for the BC SPCA and furthering her passion for animal welfare and behavior. In her spare time Kendra enjoys fostering animals of all shapes and sizes, going on outdoor adventures and trying out new foods. Kendra and her fiance Mike have two cats, Berry & Nash.
Lauren was born and raised in Prince George and attended UNBC, originally intending to become a teacher. Having a position as a substitute teacher, she got a summer job at a local veterinary clinic as a receptionist and fell in love with the vet industry. After 2 years at her “summer job”, she made the move to the position of vet assistant at our clinic. This year she completed her Bachelors Degree majoring in English, but plans to apply to TRU to join the Veterinary Technician program. At home she has two cats, Hollyhock and Michael, and a dog, Boba Fett. In her spare time she enjoys singing, reading, and playing piano.
Lauren
Veterinary Assistant
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Rae
Receptionist -- On Leave
Rae was born in Prince George, but relocated to Vancouver where she spent 8 years. Before graduating, she began working as a veterinary assistant at the Tsawwassen Animal Hospital, as well as the Huff Animal Hospital. Shortly after graduating, Rae moved back to Prince George where she began working at an animal shelter. She was with the animal shelter for 11 years, before starting with a spay and neuter clinic. In her free time, Rae enjoys spending time at her family cabin on the lake, walking her dogs, and camping.
Meghan
Veterinary Assistant
Meghan moved to Prince George from Fort Langley in July of 2022, after growing up on a farm. She’s always been an animal lover, learning to ride horses and pigs before riding a bike. Meghan has three bunnies; Eden, Winnie and Roo and two dogs, Luna and Finn. When she’s not helping your furry best friends at work, she’s crocheting, making cardboard mansions for her bunnies, or some other messy art activity.
Jayden is a born and raised Prince George girl. Growing up surrounded by pets, she always knew that she wanted to explore a career involving animals. Jayden is currently finishing up her biology degree from UNBC and hopes to continue her education in veterinary medicine. When she is not working or studying, Jayden enjoys spending time outdoors with her friends and family or hanging out with her cats enjoying a good book.
Jayden
Veterinary Assistant
Freddy
Dietary Quality Control Officer
Name’s Freddy. I’m mostly here for the snacks — don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. I can hear a treat bag open from a mile away and I will appear, ready for my dues. My favorite spot is under Dr. Fuller’s desk where I can nap in peace… well, until that puppy Bates starts causing chaos again. Not a fan. Sometimes the staff give me questionable haircuts when my scruffy look gets out of hand, but I tolerate it. Just keep the treats coming and we won’t have a problem.
Oh hey there, I’m Bruce! I’ve basically grown up at Hart Family Vet — I’ve been coming here since I was just 12 weeks old and now I’m almost 4. My mom, Leah, works here so this is kind of like my second home. Most days you’ll find me snoozing in the office, occasionally stretching my legs to wrestle with my buddy Bates. He’s the new clinic puppy, and I’m trying to teach him how things work around here (like how to share toys and when it’s nap time). Outside of work, I love swimming — lakes, puddles, whatever, I’m not picky. Life’s good when you’re a golden retriever.
Bruce
Clinic Moral Booster
Bates
Junior Mischief Intern
HI I’M BATES!!! I’m the very busy new clinic puppy and I LOVE IT HERE. There’s so much to do — wrestle with Bruce, annoy Freddy (it’s basically my job), steal toys, and run around like a maniac. I’m growing really fast and everyone says I’m going to be such a big boy, but right now I’m just focused on having fun. Bruce is showing me the ropes and sharing all the best toys. Life at the clinic is the BEST. Snacks, pets, and chaos? Sign me up.