ABOUT US
SHAPING THE FUTURE
OF PRODUCTION ANIMAL HEALTH
Prairie Livestock Veterinarians Inc. (PLV) was founded in 1999 by Dr. Chris Misutka.
What started as a small swine clinic with just one principal veterinarian rapidly grew over the first decade, expanding its clientele and staff. Dr. Egan Brockhoff joined Dr. Misutka shortly after the clinic was founded and endeavoured to provide swine health management services to all of Canada and even internationally.
In the last decade, our team has grown to include more veterinarians, technicians, and administrative staff, and we began branching out into the poultry sector. Throughout this growth, we remained committed to supporting the sustainability of the swine and poultry industries.
In 2021, PLV was acquired by Canadian Livestock Veterinarians Inc. (CLV), marking a new chapter of growth and development.
In 2026, we joined with Innovative Veterinary Services and merged to expand our services and expertise to cattle. This partnership enabled us to further expand our services, broaden our reach, and enhance our capabilities.
Today, PLV operates clinics in Alberta and Saskatchewan, serving the swine, poultry, sheep, cattle, and dairy sectors in these provinces. Our regional owners include Jessica Law, Joel Ballard and Storm Bartsoff, who lead a team of over 30 dedicated veterinarians and staff.
We take immense pride in offering exceptional service and strive to be the clinic of choice for our clients. Our talented employees are the backbone of our success, and we couldn't be prouder of the work they do every day.
OUR MISSION
We are the trusted partner producers turn to first. Our service model balances responsive, on-farm support with comprehensive care, and unmatched expertise that is shaping the future of production animal health.
To be the first call producers make for responsive, expert, and sustainable care—building lasting client trust, valuing and supporting our team, and shaping the future of production animal health through balanced and innovative service.
OUR VISION
OUR PURPOSE
We are an integral component of Canada's production animal system, enabling its sustainability and resilience through comprehensive and ethical support for producers and their animals.
OUR VALUES
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ANIMAL HEALTH INTEGRITY
We honor the truth in our medicine and our relationships, holding ourselves to a moral standard that remains consistent across all settings.
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RESPECT
We respect all perspectives. Treating our clients and each other with professionalism and care cultivates an environment of trust.
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SUSTAINABILITY
We strive to build resilient systems that balance responsive care with operational efficiency to ensure the long-term vitality of our clinics, our team, and the producers we serve.
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EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACH
We ground our clinical and operational practices in research, continued education, and rigorous protocols to optimize outcomes.
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PARTNERSHIP
We anticipate the evolving needs of our producers, ensuring their goals are realized as our own through expert support.
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SYNARCHY
We’re committed to a lattice culture, where we lead through collective wisdom and leave ego at the door.
MEET OUR VETERINARIANS
DR. JESSICA LAW, DVM, DABVP
Owner, Swine Veterinarian
Board Certified, Swine Health Management
DR. JOEL BALLARD, DVM
Owner, Swine Veterinarian
DR. STORM BARTSOFF, DVM
Owner, Bovine & Equine Veterinarian
DR. TERYN GIRARD, DVM, MSC
Poultry Veterinarian
MsC, Poultry Behaviour
DR. RIENSKE MORTIER, DVM, PHD
Swine Veterinarian
PhD, Microbiology and Infectious Disease in Dairy Cattle
Swine Health Management Diplomate Candidate
DR. HAYLEY BOWLING, DVM, BSC
Poultry & Swine Veterinarian
DR. MEGHAN BROOKHART, DVM
Multi-Species Veterinarian
Focus in Small Ruminants
DR. JACK KRONE, DVM, BSC
Swine Veterinarian
DR. JENNY NICHOLDS, DVM, MAM, ACPV
Poultry Veterinarian
MsC and Board Certified, Avian Medicine
Diplomate, American Association of Avian Pathologists
Dr. Colin Schultz, DVM
Bovine Veterinarian
Cornell Summer Dairy Institute, 2026 Graduate
DR. Samuel Jaimes, DVM, MSc
Poultry Veterinarian
MsC, Specialty in Avian Medicine
Universidad Central de Venezuela
Dr. Vicente Sanchez Zanatta, dvm
MsC Student, SMART Program
Swine Health Management Diplomate Candidate
Swine Medicine Resident
DR. Carolina Pantuzza Ramos, DVM, PhD
Swine Medicine Resident
PhD, Animal Sciences
Swine Health Management Diplomate Candidate
Dr. GREG DIMMERS
Swine Veterinarian
JOIN
OUR TEAM
Prairie Livestock Veterinarians is a dynamic team of veterinary professionals who provide advanced strategies and solutions to support food animal production. We have strong roots in agriculture and a rich history of serving producers and industry stakeholders. We are committed to animal health, innovation, and successful and sustainable livestock production.
PLV team members can expect continuous learning, mentorship, collaboration, and job satisfaction.
Committed to Advancing Animal Health
118+ YEARS
Combined Industry &
Veterinary Experience
2 MILLION+
Animals Served Annually
SINCE 1999
Serving Western Canadian
Producers, Herds & Flocks
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PRODUCTION ANIMAL HEALTH
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SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PRODUCTION ANIMAL HEALTH •
INVESTED IN YOUR HERD AND YOUR PEOPLE.
As an integral part of Western Canada’s production animal system, Prairie Livestock Veterinarians is here for the long haul. We’re ready to be your first call for proactive disease prevention, herd management, and emergency response.