About Us

In 2005, VetStrategy co-founder Orin Litman was working for Katz Group Canada helping to expand their pharmacy presence across Canada. He and co-founder Jon Shell dreamed of doing something entrepreneurial. Together they made a pact that whatever they decided to do was going to be in an industry where people were passionate about what they did every day.

Orin always had his eye on the veterinary industry. He’s a pet lover, his wife (Dr. Michelle Cutler) is a veterinarian, and Dr. Cutler’s employer at the time (Dr. Bernie Caplan) always encouraged Orin to get involved in the industry. Dr. Caplan felt that Orin’s experience with Katz Group would lend itself well to the veterinary field.

Orin and Jon decided to take leaps of faith, leave their jobs, and work with Dr. Cutler and Dr. Caplan to pursue opportunities in the veterinary field. In February 2006, Dr. Cutler purchased McLean Animal Hospital from Don McLean and Bill Hanson, and Orin and Jon went to work managing the practice. Since that time, Orin, Dr. Cutler, and their growing team have developed and refined a model for operating animal hospitals. In 2012, Jon moved to Australia with his family but remains on our Board of Directors.

Our approach blends modern management techniques, a belief in the extraordinary capability of the veterinary clinic staff, and our insistence that our highly skilled veterinarians are free to practice responsible veterinary medicine.

In 2005, VetStrategy co-founder Orin Litman was working for Katz Group Canada helping to expand their pharmacy presence across Canada. He and co-founder Jon Shell, dreamed of doing something entrepreneurial. Together they made a pact that whatever they decided to do was going to be in an industry where people were passionate about what they did every day.

Orin had always had his eye on the veterinary industry. He’s a pet lover, his wife (Dr. Michelle Cutler) is a veterinarian, and Dr. Cutler’s employer at the time (Dr. Bernie Caplan) had always encouraged Orin to get involved in the industry. Dr. Caplan felt that Orin’s experience with Katz Group would lend itself well to the veterinary field.

Orin and Jon decided to take leaps of faith, leave their jobs, and work with Dr. Cutler and Dr. Caplan to pursue opportunities in the veterinary field. In February 2006, Dr. Cutler purchased McLean Animal Hospital from Don McLean and Bill Hanson, and Orin and Jon went to work managing the practice. Since that time, Orin, Dr. Cutler, and their growing team have developed and refined a model for operating animal hospitals. In 2012, Jon moved to Australia with his family, but remains on our Board. In that same year, Ross McKay joined the organization as a partner and Chief Operating Officer. Since joining us, Ross has helped refine the organizational approach to manage veterinary practices.

Our approach blends modern management techniques, a belief in the extraordinary capability of veterinary clinic staff, and our insistence that our highly skilled veterinarians are free to practise responsible veterinary medicine.

Our Guiding Beliefs

INDIVIDUALIZED CARE
We do what is right by our patients, providing them with individualized care to meet their unique needs.

PATIENT ADVOCACY
We are pet-passionate individuals working together to advocate for our patients so they can live long, happy and healthy lives.

EMPATHY
We understand what is at stake and empathize with our clients as they seek our knowledge and guidance.

CLIENT SERVICE
We work as a team to provide exceptional client service and
consistent communication with our clients.

CAREERS
We encourage and support our team members and provide them
with opportunities to develop their skills and grow in their roles
and their careers.

PRACTICE FREEDOM
We believe in leaving the medicine to our medical teams, allowing
them the freedom to do what they think is right for their patients.

Who We Work With

As a growing organization, we have opportunities for:

1. OWNERS looking to retire or explore partnership options

Considering retirement in the next 5-10 years?
Interested in locking in the value of your practice today?
Want to spend more time practicing medicine and less time on administration?

2. ASSOCIATE VETERINARIANS interested in becoming owners

Looking to acquire a practice with an experienced partner – one who can share the risk and help with all the business aspects of ownership?

3. ASSOCIATE VETERINARIANS seeking employment opportunities

Looking for a career with a company that believes in great medicine, support, and service?
A company that promotes personal growth, teamwork and community engagement?

4. SUPPORT STAFF such as technicians, assistants, managers, and receptionists seeking opportunities

Looking for a company that provides a supportive work environment, benefits and a career path that can lead you to new challenges?

If you have answered 'yes' to any of these questions, please contact us or visit our Careers page for available opportunities.

Take a Look at our Company Brochure

Our company brochure provides a portrait of who we are.

From our humble beginning in 2006 to our present day, we continue to make a difference in the lives of people who have dedicated themselves to this industry.

Read stories from our founders, our veterinarians, our technicians and other team members. Discover how we stay true to our guiding beliefs, what makes us unique, and why we are continuously striving to be the best place to work.

Feel free to download it and share it with your colleagues, friends, and family.

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