Dr. Alison Pollard is a 2007 graduate from the Atlantic Veterinary College in PEI. After 3 years in New Brunswick after graduation, Alison moved to Nova Scotia in 2010 and began working with our sister clinic Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital.  After a transition to shelter medicine, Alison continued to hone her surgical skills and her pursue her interest in population medicine. In 2020, Alison made the jump back into clinical practice, working at a number of practices in the Halifax region as a locum (substitute) veterinarian.

You will usually find Alison behind-the-scenes in the surgical suite or the dental room. Her main areas of interests are soft tissue surgery and dentistry as well as training students and new graduates. Alison has participated in student-training trips with the Chinook Project out of AVC performing high-volume spay-neuter-vaccine clinics in Nunavut.

Alison lives in Mount Uniacke with her husband, two young children, and a flock of animals.  She is very excited to bring her dream Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital to life, brining much needed veterinary care to all the animals of the Mount Uniacke area.

Emily graduated in 2005 from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences and a diploma in Animal Health Technology.  She began her Veterinary Technician career in her hometown of Annapolis Royal and then joined our sister hospital of Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital in October of 2005.  Over her time there Emily developed a special interest in surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry.  She enjoys it so much that she also teaches dentistry techniques to both Technicians and Veterinarians!

In 2014 Emily stepped away from full time work at the veterinary hospital to peruse training and a career as an Acupuncturist, but always stayed working part time as a veterinary technician.  When Dr. Pollard announced she would be opening the Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital Emily jumped at the chance to work with her full time again and will be working as the Hospital Manager.

Animals have always been a part of Denielle’s life.  She worked at a few barns and a doggy daycare before joining the veterinary industry in 2013. After a few years working at a veterinary hospital, Denielle entered the the veterinary technician program which she completed in 2019.  She has experience with a range of animals including cats, dogs, exotics, pocket pets and farm animals. She loves all aspects of her job but particularly loves providing nursing care to hospitalized patients and seeing them walk out the door with their families at the end of the day. Denielle lives in South Rawdon with her husband and two small boys.  They do not have any pets of her own at the moment but hopes to add a puppy to her family in the near future!

For over 10 years, Brea has called Mount Uniacke home and raves about the sense of community this amazing place offers. When news of our animal hospital opening reached her, Brea saw it as more than just an opportunity—it felt like fate aligning her passion for customer service with her love for animals.

Brea shares her home with her husband, their energetic young daughter, and their beloved furry companion, Juneau the dog. In her free time, she loves kayaking the lakes of Uniacke, spending time outside with her family, and traveling whenever she can.

With her wealth of experience in customer service and her genuine affection for animals, Brea brings a unique blend of professionalism and warmth to our team. She’s the kind of person who goes above and beyond to ensure every pet and pet parent feels welcomed and cared for. She is also the brains behind most of our social media posts!

So, the next time you visit Uniacke Lakes Animal Hospital, be sure to seek out Brea and say hello! With her friendly demeanor and passion for what she does, she’ll make you feel right at home.

Jemma is a Registered Veterinary Technician who joined our team in January, right after graduating and passing her licensing exam.

She grew up in a military family and has lived all over the country, but now calls Greenwood home, where she shares life with her silly pup, Finn.

Jemma’s calm and gentle demeanor helps keep both patients and teammates at ease—even on the busiest days—and she’s amazing at making clients feel heard, informed, and supported. We’re so lucky to have her on our team!

Micaela has been working in the veterinary field since 2021 and brings a strong sense of compassion and advocacy to her role. She is deeply committed to being a voice for animals and ensuring they receive the care, comfort, and support they need.

At home, Micaela shares her life with two beloved rescue cats. Outside of work, she enjoys baking, reading, running, listening to music, and spending time outdoors—especially when the sun is shining.

Micaela’s calm and caring nature makes her a valued member of our team, and she’s always ready to lend a hand to both pets and their people.

Taylor joined our team during her on the job training for her veterinary assistant program then stayed on after graduation.  Taylor brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine love for animals to every shift. She values being part of a team that is dedicated to supporting pets and the people who care for them.

At home, Taylor has a full house with two dogs (Bane and Chip), a cat named Blair, and a snake named Salsa. Her experience as a multi-pet owner gives her a special appreciation for the unique needs of each animal.

Outside of work, Taylor enjoys dog sports, going to the beach, and spending time outdoors with her pets. Her friendly and calm presence makes her a wonderful part of our team, both for our clients and their furry family members.