Meet Dr. Campolongo and Her Team in Markham

Dr. Susan Campolongo graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1982 and has spent decades caring for pets throughout Markham and surrounding communities. She grew up in Guelph and now lives in Stouffville with her German Shepherd, Sheriff. Dr. Campolongo is passionate about preventive health care, surgery, wellness care, and supporting animal rescue efforts throughout the community. Outside the clinic, she enjoys tennis, swimming, gardening, crafts, and music.

Katherine has worked as a veterinary technician for more than 25 years after returning to school to pursue her passion for animal care. She lives in Richmond Hill with her two ginger cats, Ronan and Gatsby, and enjoys swimming, horseback riding, crafts, and spending time with family and pets.

Kelly joined Rouge River Animal Hospital in 2024 after graduating from Sheridan College’s Animal Care Program. Born and raised in Toronto, she hopes to become an RVT and enjoys helping pets and their owners feel comfortable during visits. Outside the clinic, she enjoys music and spending time with animals.

Kelly is starting Vet Tech school in the fall 2026.

Ashley first joined Rouge River Animal Hospital as a co-op student in 2011 and continues supporting the team part-time. She attended the science program at the University of Prince Edward Island and shares her home with three dogs — Ginseng, Daisy, and Luka — along with her cat, Hero.

Jessica studied psychology at York University before discovering her passion for working with pets and their families. She enjoys building relationships with clients while balancing family life, volunteer work, and caring for many different pets over the years.

Jennifer joined the clinic through her high school co-op program in 2020 and has continued growing with the Rouge River Animal Hospital team ever since. She currently studies at the University of Toronto and enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, Miles.

Raised on her family’s farm in the Philippines, Raeann developed a lifelong appreciation for animals from an early age. She currently studies kinesiology and health science at York University while continuing her work in veterinary care.

Emma enjoys being part of a team that shares her passion for animal care. She graduated from Durham College’s Animal Care program in 2025.

Outside of the clinic, you’ll often find her spending time with her dog, Koda, and her crested gecko, Matcha, or out on a nature adventure.

Olivia previously worked at PetSmart and interned at The Toronto Wildlife Center, and she has a passion for taking care of animals. Olivia is studying Animal Biology and would like to one day pursue a career as a DVM. When she is not working or studying, she is taking care of her two dogs, Max and Frankie. Olivia enjoys hiking and swimming with Max, or knitting while cuddling with Frankie.