Veterinarians
Dr. Albright has worked in small animal veterinary hospitals for over 20 years. After graduating from Simon Fraser University majoring in Biological Sciences, she obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatchewan in 2011. Dr. Albright and her husband relocated to Northern British Columbia, where she gained valuable experience in emergency medicine. Her special interests include surgery, behavioural medicine, and senior pet care while always being mindful of providing low-stress patient care.
Dr. Albright lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two kids, her heart-kitty senior cat, Herman, and their young Cavalier cross, Ruby. After years of providing GP veterinary care on the Saanich Peninsula and beyond, Dr. Ashlee Albright is incredibly happy to have built Peninsula Veterinary Hospital; a dream-come-true with her close friend and colleague.
In her “spare time”, Dr. Albright volunteers as a contributor to and Chair of the West Coast Veterinarian Magazine Editorial Committee, which publishes news on provincial veterinary issues and progressive articles about veterinary medicine. She enjoys exploring nature, gardening, and reading/writing.
Dr. Ashlee Albright
Co-owner/veterinarian
Dr. Mary McDowell graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatchewan in 2011 with her classmate Dr. Albright. Since 2016 she has practiced on the Saanich Peninsula, where in 2023 they co-founded PenVet Mobile Veterinary Services and in 2024 Peninsula Veterinary Hospital.
Peninsula Veterinary Hospital fulfills Dr. McDowell’s vision to provide full-spectrum medical, surgical, and dental care in a beautiful custom built facility in her home community. In her practice, Dr McDowell enjoys solving complex medical cases and the diagnosis and management of patients with dermatological conditions. She focuses on special handling techniques, with a gentle approach for nervous and anxious pets.
Dr. McDowell grew up on the BC Coast and lives in North Saanich with her husband and a goofy Black and Tan Coonhound, Eddie. When not at the hospital or out on mobile calls, she enjoys gardening, competitive running, and hiking. Dr. McDowell is excited that the team at Peninsula Veterinary Hospital has become a part of the local community and looks forward to meeting many more of the Peninsula’s residents and their pets.
Dr. Mary McDowell
Co-owner/veterinarian
Dr. Erica Wolford
Associate veterinarian
Dr. Erica Wolford grew up on a hobby farm in Ladysmith, BC where she developed her love for animals big and small. After attending the University of Victoria for her undergraduate studies, she obtained her DVM degree in 2014 at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon. After graduation Dr. Wolford completed a one year internship at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital in Washington State. For the past 10 years, she has practiced at two wonderful small animal clinics on Vancouver Island developing special interest and skill in feline medicine, dentistry, and ultrasonography.
In 2022 Dr. Wolford and her husband moved to a small farm in North Saanich where they produce hay and cut flowers. Dr. Wolford is a passionate gardener and doubles as an event florist focused on use of locally grown flowers.
In her spare time, you can find Dr. Wolford digging in the dirt, riding her horses Ron and Ford, or spending time with her two dogs, Eevee and Paxton or her four cats, Finnigan, Archie, Kenny, and Dolly. She is very excited to join our team and for the opportunity to contribute to our community.
Management
Heather brings an exceptional and unique range of experience in veterinary medicine: from growing up in the family veterinary hospital, to veterinary nursing, to industry roles with veterinary therapeutic diet companies, and finally to practice management. Additionally, she and her family have a passion for competing in dog agility with her Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, Vedder and Crosby. Heather is a cheerful, warm, knowledgeable, and an integral part of the PVH team!
Heather
Practice Manager
Registered Veterinary Technologists
Michelle has cared for animals all of her life.
As a child, she would bring home strays and called them her little friends, a term she still uses today. As a Registered Veterinary Technologist, Michelle graduated from Olds College in 1999 and has provided exemplary care to all of the animals that come before her.
Michelle has worked in small animal practices, emergency, critical care, exotics and house call medicine. Michelle has a passion for anesthesia and dentistry and you will find her in the surgery suite performing anesthesia daily.
As an avid gardener, Michelle enjoys growing sunflowers and a variety of flowers and vegetables.
With a love of travel and family adventures, she is very fortunate and grateful to share her life with her family, friends, and their 2 dogs, Indy and Ere.
Michelle
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Veterinary Assistants
Carlie has been passionate about animals from a young age, starting her journey by volunteering at the SPCA as a teenager. Growing up in Kelowna, she spent her days riding her grandparents’ horses.
With experience in both veterinary and human dentistry settings, Carlie has developed a particular interest in helping our surgical patients before, during, and after surgery.
Outside of work, Carlie enjoys an active outdoor lifestyle mountain and dirt biking, snowboarding, and camping with her husband, Bryce. They live in North Saanich with their Mexican terrier, Enzo, and their senior kitty, Juno.
Carlie’s combination of hands-on experience, compassionate care, and enthusiasm for veterinary medicine makes her a valued member of our team.
Carlie
Veterinary Assistant
Shelby is Island born and raised and currently resides on the Saanich Peninsula. Shelby has worked with animals in a local non-profit setting for the last few years before joining our team and she is passionate about using a gentle approach when working with any animal, no matter what stage of life they are in. When not at work, you can find Shelby busy working at her farm with her many rescued animals or at the track racing a vintage car or motorcycle.
Shelby
Veterinary Assistant
Kiara
Veterinary Student
Kiara was born and raised in Victoria, where her lifelong love of animals was sparked early—surrounded by family pets and growing up riding horses. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Victoria, where her passion for animal care and science came together.
Driven by a deep respect for the human-animal bond, Kiara is now pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, having just completed her 2nd year at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon. We are excited to have Kiara join us this summer and be part of her mentorship team as a veterinary summer student!
In her spare time Kiara enjoys running, baking, figure skating, and exploring local trails with her Golden Doodle, River. She’s thrilled to be part of the team and looks forward to learning as much as she can this summer.
Client Care
Born and raised in Victoria, Dallan now lives on the beautiful Saanich Peninsula. She has a passion for connecting with people, and she loves working in vibrant downtown Sidney.
Dallan has a young and energetic black Labrador, Max, and a senior shepherd mix, Ruby. When not at work, Dallan enjoys running and spending time with her close family, friends, and dogs.
We’re delighted to have Dallan as part of our team, and we know you’ll love her warm, friendly personality as much as we do!
Dallan
Client Care