Our Veterinarians

Dr Ronnie Pusong

Dr. Pusong graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine of the University of the Philippines in 1983 among the top of his class.

Upon graduation, Dr. Pusong joined a research institute, studying unconventional feed stuff in animals and also worked as a small animal practitioner. Dr. Pusong then moved on to work for RP Chem a subsidiary of a French company Rhone Poulenc, as a Technical Representative addressing the needs of both food animal producers and small animal practitioners.

His thirst for new challenges led him to the Middle East in 1987 to work for the third largest dairy company in Saudi Arabia. During his seven year stay there, he did extensive reproductive work including embryo transfer. He also served as a quarantine officer for the Saudi Ministry of Agriculture under the United Nations/FAO Program. Immigrating to Canada in 1994 and upon completion of his licensure exams in Guelph; he worked in a mixed animal practice in the Interlake region of Manitoba. Later, he returned to Ontario, deciding to concentrate on small animal practice.

Dr. Pusong started working as a locum Vet at Banks Animal Hospital in January 1999 while he was still connected with the Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Toronto. Banks staff and clients alike were delighted when Dr. Pusong joined us full-time in September 1999, bringing with him years of diverse experience in veterinary medicine and emergency veterinary medicine/critical care.

In July 2004 Dr. Pusong purchased the practice and is now the owner of Banks Animal Hospital.

Dr. Pusong is married and has two sons.They also own an adorable Maltese dog, named Snoopy , who also works in the clinic entertaining clients in the reception area.

Dr. Erin Featherstone

Dr. Featherstone graduated with honours from the University of Guelph's Veterinary Programme in 2006.  Banks was lucky enough to gain her fresh skills when she joined soon after.

Quickly establishing herself as a valued member of the team, her competent and upbeat personality soon had new clientelle asking for her personally.

Feline friends Tucker and Oliver share her home.

After 5 years of dedicated service to Banks clientle, Dr. Featherstone left last September 2011 to embark on her next  adventure...working in Australia. She will be dearly missed and we wish her all the best on her new endeavour.