Montana Henry
Constantia
Summary
Compassionate veterinarian with a focus on integrative medicine, delivering high-quality care through effective communication and teamwork. Extensive volunteer experience reflecting a commitment to animal welfare and community education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Vdeterinarian
Steenberg Veterinary Clinic
Westlake
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough examinations to assess animal health and diagnose conditions.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans with pet owners and veterinary staff to ensure optimal animal health outcomes.
- Administer vaccinations and medications according to established protocols.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and post-treatment instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Performed integrative medicine by offering alternative therapies such as acupuncture and low-level light laser to support holistic animal care.
Telemedicine Veterinarian
Vetster
Vancouver
01.2025 - Current
- Connected with clients via video interface to triage and deliver veterinary care tailored to patients' needs
Veterinarian
VCA Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital
Vancouver
09.2018 - 09.2024
- Conducted wellness exams and diagnosed illnesses to deliver appropriate treatments, enhancing animal health and well-being
- Administered vaccinations and medications to pets during routine visits, ensuring preventive care and compliance with health protocols.
- Performed routine surgical procedures including spays and castrations, dental procedures, and mass removals
- Provided integrative medicine including alternative treatments such as acupuncture and low-level laser therapy
Veterinarian
Glenfield Veterinary Hospital
Glenfield
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed surgical procedures and monitored patient recovery closely.
- Examined animal patients to assess health and diagnose conditions.
- Administered vaccinations and medications for various species.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and proper pet nutrition.
Volunteer
Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals
Lilongwe
05.2017 - 06.2017
- Stray Animal Population Control: Sterilizing, vaccinating and releasing stray dogs and cats in a strategically planned effort to reduce the stray animal population.
- Clinical and practical experience: performed desexing of animals under surgical instruction, pre and postoperative management of patients and diagnostic testing.
- Community work: improved animal welfare and reduced spread of disease by educating people and providing free vaccinations, deworming and basic treatments to local animals. Provided veterinary care to agricultural animals in surrounding communities.
Volunteer
RSPCA
Yagoona
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Fostered animals needing special care and rehabilitation, providing emotional support to cats with behavioral concerns to aid in their recovery.
Volunteer
Taronga Zoo Sydney Wildlife Hospital
Mosman
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Monitored and administered treatment to both zoo patients in hospital and wildlife.
- Cleaned enclosures, prepared diets, fed animals, and assisted veterinarians and vet nurses with general care and maintenance tasks.
- Provided comprehensive care for various species, including specialized attention for sick, injured, and newborn animals; maintained waterholes and enclosures while socializing and observing animal behavior; assisted with guided tours and engaged local schools as a teaching assistant.
- Coordinated volunteer programs to enhance community engagement and support wildlife care. and organized groups to improve the volunteer experience.
Volunteer
BCSPCA
Vancouver
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Fostered animals requiring special care, rehabilitation or medication and provided emotional support to cats with behavioural concerns.
Volunteer
Harnas Wildlife Foundation
Windhoek
09.2011 - 10.2011
- Provided general care for a variety of species and specialized care for sick, injured, newborn or old animals, maintained waterholes and enclosures, socialized and studied animal behaviour, assisted on guided tours, volunteered at local schools as a teaching assistant.
- Structured volunteer programs, organized and coordinated volunteer groups, ensured all tasks completed and volunteer satisfaction.
Volunteer
AVIVA Wildlife Foundation
Cinsta
07.2009 - 08.2009
- Delivered general care for various species and specialized care for sick, injured, newborn, or elderly animals to support their recovery and well-being.
Volunteer
World Vets International Aid for Animals
Granada
07.2016
- Stray Animal Population Control: Sterilizing, vaccinating and releasing stray dogs and cats in a strategically planned effort to reduce the stray animal population.
- Clinical and practical experience: performed desexing of animals under surgical instruction, pre and postoperative management of patients and diagnostic testing.
- Community work: improved animal welfare and reduced spread of disease by educating people and providing free vaccinations, deworming and basic treatments to local animals.
- Provided veterinary care to agricultural animals in surrounding communities.
Volunteer
Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre
Cairns
02.2015
- Assisted in mainly shell fracture repairs and other specific needs for suitability of release
Education
Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture -
College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
Australia01-2021
Bachelor of Veterinary Science -
The University of Sydney
Australia01-2017
Certification in Wildlife Rehabilitation -
Animal Behaviour Institute
NC, USA01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major
The University of Western Ontario
Canada01-2012
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Certifications Memberships Hobbies
- Fear-Free Certified Professional
Timeline
Vdeterinarian
Steenberg Veterinary Clinic
08.2025 - Current
Telemedicine Veterinarian
Vetster
01.2025 - Current
Veterinarian
VCA Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2024
Veterinarian
Glenfield Veterinary Hospital
12.2017 - 08.2018
Volunteer
Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals
05.2017 - 06.2017
Volunteer
World Vets International Aid for Animals
07.2016
Volunteer
Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre
02.2015
Volunteer
Taronga Zoo Sydney Wildlife Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2015
Volunteer
RSPCA
11.2013 - 06.2016
Volunteer
BCSPCA
04.2012 - 01.2013
Volunteer
Harnas Wildlife Foundation
09.2011 - 10.2011
Volunteer
AVIVA Wildlife Foundation
07.2009 - 08.2009
Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture -
College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
Bachelor of Veterinary Science -
The University of Sydney
Certification in Wildlife Rehabilitation -
Animal Behaviour Institute
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major
The University of Western Ontario