Dr. Jim Snyder, lead veterinarian at Small Creatures Pet Clinic, is originally from Ottawa. After 3 years in the Fisheries and Wildlife Biology program at the University of Guelph, he pursued his passion for animals with study at the Ontario Veterinary College. With experience in mixed animal practice in Ontario, Saskatchewan and B.C., Dr. Snyder then earned ‘board certification’ in Theriogenology, aka ‘veterinary reproduction’. Board certification is very highly regarded within the veterinary profession. He takes an active role in the veterinary community, serving on the Investigation Committee for the Society of Veterinarians of British Columbia. In 1994, Dr. Snyder founded Small Creatures Pet Clinic. Beyond veterinary medicine, he enjoys golf, tennis, swimming, quadding, canoeing, and skiing. Dr. Snyder resides in Walnut Grove with his wife, Jan, their two sons, and several cherished pets. An avid hockey fan, he adores the Toronto Maple Leafs and is always ready to share his thoughts about them, with anyone who dares to listen. Oftentimes, the advice will be unsolicited by the client! He has a passion for excellence in pet care, and forty three years in, still garners great joy from working with people and their pets.