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Dr. Scott Sargent
DVM, Owner
Dr. Scott Sargent grew up on a dairy farm southwest of Peterborough. He attended North Cavan Public School and Crestwood Secondary School. In his early years of high school, he travelled with his local veterinarian. One night he was asked to help with a cow that was having difficulty calving. The veterinarian performed a caesarian section on this cow, bringing a live calf into the world. That was the night Scott decided he would become a veterinarian! After graduating from high school, Scott went on to the University of Guelph, where he graduated in 1986 with a BSc. He continued his studies in veterinary medicine, graduating from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1990.
After graduation, Dr. Sargent worked in Campbellford, Stratford and Picton before moving home and marrying his wife Trish in 1999. After working in the area for 6 years, he purchased the Viceroy Homes sales office on Hwy 7 and renovated it to become Peterborough West Animal Hospital in 2006. Along with the enjoyment he receives from helping animals stay healthy on a daily basis through routine wellness examinations, Dr. Sargent has a keen interest in soft tissue surgery and digital radiography. Scott and Trish have a son named Mackenzie (Mack), who was born in 2004. They have 2 pugs named Poppy and Audrey, and 4 cats named Cliff, Norm, Midge and Two Scoops. They live on a farm in Cavan Township, not far from the clinic, where they have a small vineyard of cold climate grapes. Scott and Trish enjoy caring for these grape vines and producing wine from them. The whole family enjoys fishing and golfing, and Mack now loves hockey.
Dr. Alexis Smith
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Smith grew up outside of Toronto on a horse farm with her parents and one sister. She spent a good chunk of her childhood wandering around the woods on the family property, either on foot or on horseback. When Dr. Smith turned 16, she got a job working as a veterinary receptionist and assistant, which inspired her to continue her education and pursue a career as a veterinarian. The rest is history!
For school, Dr. Smith ventured overseas to attend the University of Edinburgh, where she graduated with her DVM at the young age of just 23. After returning to Canada, Dr. Smith spent some time working at a clinic in Ottawa before relocating to Peterborough to be closer to her family. She joined the Peterborough West Animal Hospital team in 2019.
Clinically, Dr. Smith’s favourite cases are those that focus on internal medicine and dermatology. She also enjoys wellness appointments, as they give her the opportunity to discuss the importance of dental care, weight management, and prevention of disease. Dr. Smith has done additional training in abdominal ultrasonography and enjoys using this non-invasive diagnostic tool.
Outside of work, Dr. Smith is a mom to two cats of her own, both of which were sickly kittens when first adopted. She is hoping to eventually add a corgi (one of her favorite breeds) to her little crew. In her spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys traveling, reading, and hiking. She also likes playing board and strategy games with friends and family.
Dr. Melody Campbell
Associate Veterinarian – Virtual Appointments
Dr. Campbell has 46 years of experience in both small and large animal medicine and surgery. She currently treats predominantly small animals but does occasionally see exotics and wildlife. Over the years, Dr. Campbell has developed an interest in internal medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, and ultrasound.
Dr.Campbell obtained specialized ultrasound training in the United States and operated her own ultrasound service in Muskoka, Ontario for seven years. She has held several volunteer positions with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario and is currently serving on the Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Workforce Shortage Group.
Dr. Campbell has been very involved in equestrian activities and does bronze sculptures in her spare time. She has a rescue horse named Valero and shares her home with two Shih Tzus: Ariel and Charlee. Dr. Campbell also has two adult daughters, two grandchildren, one grand-dog and two grand-cats.
Dr. Kathryn Grayston
Telemedicine Veterinarian
Dr. Kathryn Grayston’s fascination with the world began at a young age, from exploring biological systems to observing the rhythms of nature. Alongside that curiosity, Dr. Kathryn’s love for animals led her down a career path where she could blend scientific problem-solving with the expertise to heal and care for pets.
One of Dr. Kathryn’s earliest memories of advocating for animals came when she was only eight. Every fall, behind her childhood home, hunters would take aim and shoot Canada Geese. She would often watch as birds fell from the sky. One afternoon, she found a wounded goose still alive. Determined to help, she ran home, grabbed her little red wagon, and pulled the bird across the fields, hoping to save it. Sadly, the goose did not survive, but the experience left a lasting impression, igniting her lifelong commitment to protecting and caring for animals.
Dr. Kathryn grew up in Guelph, Ontario, with one sister, her parents, and a rotating menagerie of pets—including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and fish. She rode horses weekly from age seven and eventually had one of her own as a teenager, spending countless hours walking fields with her dog and enjoying time in nature. She earned her veterinary degree from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph in 1998 and played varsity soccer for five years, winning Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Ontario University Athletics Association (OUAA) awards. Early injuries sparked her interest in rehabilitation, shaping her future work in canine therapy.
Her veterinary career began at a mixed practice in Southwestern Ontario, caring for horses, cattle, small ruminants, and companion animals. After seven years and two children, she moved to the Kawarthas, focusing on small animals and exotics. She became certified in Canine Rehabilitation Therapy and eventually opened her own practice. Ten years later, she sold the clinic to semi-retire in the East. Today, she works at Peterborough West Animal Hospital as a telemedicine veterinarian and provides locum services across the Atlantic Provinces, helping pets access timely care regardless of location.
Dr. Kathryn loves meeting new pets and their families, exploring rehabilitation therapies, and educating clients on proactive pet health. At home, she shares her life with her husband of 15 years, their gentle Husky-Retriever mix, and their adventurous Siberian Forest Cat, Clyde—who behaves more like a dog, enjoys ferry trips, and keeps a strict schedule for meals. Outside of work, Dr. Kathryn enjoys horseback riding, kayaking, and finding quiet moments in nature, continuing her lifelong pursuit of learning and connection with animals.
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