Dr. Calland began working at the Capilano Pet Hospital in North Vancouver when he was 12 and for 9 years cared for the animals and assisted in medical procedures. After receiving his Bachelor of Science, he got his Teacher’s Certificate and taught science at Simon Fraser University. He was awarded his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Western Collage of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and practiced in his own hospital in West Vancouver for over a decade.  Dr. Calland found his greatest challenge was to know “why” animals become ill and how to prevent that illness. For the last many  years he has encouraged his clients to become more proactive in understanding  their pet’s health and  nutritional needs. The teacher surfaces again as he aids the pet owner to manage their pet’s care with the confidence that they can become the primary health provider. It’s all about wellness.