our
Team
We are a team that strongly believes in helping you make educated and responsible decisions about your pet's unique health and well-being.
Dr. Dianne Genereux
Veterinarian
Dr. Dianne Genereux graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 1995. She has had the opportunity to gain experience in numerous small animal clinics by working initially full-time in the northeast of Calgary, then locuming (relief work) around Calgary before finally settling in Okotoks. She feels she has not only learned different ways to practice medicine but also various ways to run a clinic.
​She is the sole owner of the Animal Care Centre and while she finds it challenging some days to run the clinic as well as be the veterinarian she wouldn’t change where her path has led her. She feels privileged daily to be able to practice veterinary medicine and see her clients and their furry family members! She believes strongly in high quality veterinary food to keep pets healthy and at their best through all their life stages. Another passion is senior medicine and knowing we can make a huge difference in the quality of life of our older pets by seeing regularly and keeping comfortable above all else.
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Dianne’s spare time is spent walking “Brew”, her Miniature Schnauzer or cleaning up after her two messy cats, “Tim (Hortons)” and “Star(bucks)”! Otherwise you will find her on her Peloton bike, lifting weights or traveling to Vancouver to see her son and the rest of the world. The bucket list trip to Tahiti finally happened so now her and her husband are looking for their next adventure, rest and relaxation!
Joanna
Reception & Client Services
Joanna has always had the joy of pets in her life, usually a cat or two.
When she moved to Calgary from England she adopted her first dog – a Golden Retriever and her love affair with dogs began.
Joanna has spent many years volunteering with Rescue organisations and this is where her desire to work in the animal industry began.
She completed her Veterinary office Assistant program at Robetson College and loves every day that she gets to help animals and their owners.
In her spare time, Joanna enjoys hiking, spending time in the mountains with her family and walking her dog by the river.
Heather
Registered Veterinary Technologist
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Heather has always had a love for animals. She was born and raised in Saskatchewan and completed the Veterinary Technician program in 2001. She made the move to Okotoks in 2014 from Fort McMurray with her husband and two kids and quickly made it home. They have a quite the variety of pets with a hamster, guinea pig, crested gecko and their dog Bailey.
Lisa
Registered Veterinary Technician
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Lisa grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan and this is where her interest in animals began. She graduated from the Olds College in 2010 and joined the Animal Care Centre in Okotoks in 2024. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family at the lake. She has two Himalayan cats.
Love notes from
pet parents
I have really enjoyed the service of Dianne and her team. We had been being our cocker spaniel to her for six years and no matter the issue big or small they were always understanding of our needs. When the time came up for our girl they showed true compassion and true tears with us and for us. We have now gotten a new girl and I wouldn’t bring her to another place. Diane is an exceptional vet and truly caring for our furry friends.
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Travis Rott​​
The team went above and beyond for my dog. They were so gentle and kind to my anxious mutt who doesn't do well at the vet. They made adjustments to thier personal schedules to so my pets procedure could be done within just days of his initial assessment, ensuring his pain was taken care of and he didn't have to suffer. The team explained all the costs, best and worse care scenarios and really made me feel like my dog was in the best care possible. Thank you so so much Dr. Genereux and Alyssa. You're kindness does not go unnoticed and is extremely appreciated. The front desk was also very thoughtful, pleasant and took steps me make sure I didn't have to wait unnecessary. I'd highly recommend this clinic for fantastic bed side manner and keeping clients upto date and informed.
I live in Calgary and I am more than happy to drive out to Okotoks to bring my two girls to see the vets at Animal Care Centre. The staff are always friendly and kind and I love the attention they pay to my two cats. The vets always listen and recommend what is needed and nothing more. I feel like they truly care. I love that even the vet will sometimes call for checkups on how their doing after an appointment. The vet techs are always fabulous with them also! Robyn's the best! I've recommended Animal Care Centre to all my friends and family cause I know their animals will be taken care of there. Prices are very reasonable too!
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happy pets, happy families, happy team