North Peace Veterinary Clinic

Founded in our community, for our community, North Peace Veterinary Clinic is proud to have served the Fort St. John area with exceptional small and large animal veterinary care for over 60 years. Our dedicated team of seven veterinarians and support staff are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients, and to building strong, lasting relationships with our clients.

Our Services: Comprehensive Care for Your Four-Legged Friends

At North Peace Veterinary Clinic, we offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of our clients and their animals. From routine check-ups and vaccinations to complex surgical procedures and emergency care, our experienced veterinary team is here to provide the best possible care for your pets.

Our services include:

• Small Animal Medicine: Our veterinarians are experienced in all aspects of small animal medicine, from routine preventative care to the diagnosis and treatment of complex medical conditions. We offer a wide range of services for dogs, cats, and other small animals, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, and nutrition counseling.
• Large Animal Medicine: Our large animal veterinarians are experts in the care of horses, cattle, and other farm animals. We offer a full range of services for large animals, including preventative care, reproduction services, herd health management, and emergency care.
• Surgery: Our state-of-the-art surgical suite is equipped to handle a wide range of procedures, from routine spays and neuters to complex orthopedic surgeries. Our experienced veterinary surgeons use the latest techniques and technology to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
• Emergency Care: We understand that emergencies can happen at any time, which is why we offer after-hours emergency care for our clients. Our triage partner, SmartVet, is available to assess the medical care required and forward critical care cases to our veterinarian on call.
• Telemedicine: We have recently partnered with Smart. Vet, a Canadian veterinary triage and telemedicine service, to enhance our emergency services for our clients. This service allows our clients to receive immediate advice and care for their animals, even outside of our regular business hours.

Our Team: Experienced, Knowledgeable, and Passionate

Our team of veterinarians and support staff are dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients. With a wide range of experience, skills, interests, and passions, we are able to provide comprehensive care for all types of animals. Our veterinarians are committed to ongoing education and professional development, ensuring that they are up-to-date on the latest research and techniques in veterinary medicine.

Our History: A Legacy of Care

North Peace Veterinary Clinic has a rich history in the Fort St. John community. Founded in 1963 by Dr. Richard Wood, the clinic has grown and evolved over the years, always with a focus on providing the best possible care for our patients. From the clinic's beginning in the basement of Dr. Wood's family home, to the construction of the clinic in 1974, to the extensive 2013 addition and current renovations, we are proud to continue our legacy of care for Peace Country families.

Meet Our Veterinarians

• Dr. Perry Spitzer: Dr. Spitzer's enthusiasm for veterinary medicine started as a child growing up on a mixed farm with purebred Charolais cattle near Barrhead, Alberta. He married Corinne and spent 3 years in mixed animal practice in Barrhead before pursuing veterinary medicine in the North Peace in 1991. Dr. Spitzer enjoys all aspects of mixed veterinary practice, with strong ties to large animal veterinary medicine and the beef industry.
• Dr. Corinne Spitzer: Dr. Corinne Spitzer's (nee Wood) roots are in the Peace country. She grew up on a beef ranch along the Beatton River, north of Fort St. John. Corinne married Perry in 1988 and completed her veterinary degree at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. She practiced in mixed animal veterinary practices in Westlock and Barrhead Alberta for 2 years before rejoining the North Peace Veterinary Clinic as a veterinarian in 1991. Corinne has fulfilled most roles within North Peace Veterinary Clinic from high school student to her focus now as practice owner and executive director.
• Dr. Richard Wood: Dr. Richard Wood was born and raised just north of Fort St. John in the community of North Pine. He graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1967, returned to the Peace Country, and purchased the North Peace Veterinary Clinic the same year. Dr. Wood has been instrumental in the development and growth of the practice over the years, from being a solo practitioner to being a member of the multi-veterinarian team of today.