Dr. Bilé has grown up loving animals both large and small from a young age. She graduated from the University of Guelph in 2016 with an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with distinction from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2020. Inspired by the human-animal bond, she found her passion in companion animal medicine and has a strong appreciation for the role pets have as members of the family. While she loves all aspects of general practice, her interests reside in ophthalmology and dermatology – she welcomes all the itchy pets! Dr. Bilé lives in Milton with her dogs Theo and Olive, as well as the three-legged cat, Mog. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Bilé enjoys spending her free time hiking, reading, cooking, and growing her collection of houseplants.
Dr. Xavier has dreamed of becoming a veterinarian since third grade, growing up in a home full of animals. She earned an Honours Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology from the University of Guelph and began working at Sixteen Mile Veterinary Clinic first as a summer student and then becoming a true veterinary assistant. She then obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from St. Matthew's University School of Veterinary Medicine in Grand Cayman, completing her clinical year at Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Xavier was thrilled to return to her Sixteen Mile family in the fall of 2024 to begin her career as a veterinarian. Passionate about the connection between human and animal health, she values the vital role animals play as companions and in the community. Committed to preventive care and education, she strives to improve the well-being of pets and their families. In her free time, Dr. Xavier enjoys skiing, hiking, travelling, and relaxing at the cottage with her two vizslas, Winston and Franklin, her cat, Oslo, and her bunny, Dorian.
If you know Dr. Bishop from her years at Abbey Animal Hospital, she's here at Sixteen Mile now. She's seeing her returning patients and is happy to take on new ones too.
Dr. Bishop has wanted to be a vet all her life. After getting a job in high school as a receptionist at a clinic in Burlington her excitement and passion for veterinary medicine was ignited. Throughout high school and university she worked at several clinics in the surrounding area.
Dr. Bishop completed a degree in Life Sciences from McMaster then was accepted in to the Ontario Veterinary College, where she graduated from in 2005. She has worked in the Oakville area for her entire career.
The bond between a pet and their family is of the utmost importance and during each visit Dr. Bishop strives to understand what makes each patient special to their family. She creates a space and visit where the pet feels safe and the clients feel heard and understood.
Dr. Bishop has a special interest in ultrasound and internal medicine.
When not caring for her patients Dr. Bishop can be found spending time with her husband and 2 cats, Kiara and Luna, at the cottage or browsing used book stores.
Dr. Honda graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1992 and completed a combined medical and surgical Internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1993. She practiced as an associate veterinarian in Burlington for 15 years before she and her husband, Brian designed, built and opened Southside Pet Hospital in 2008. Sixteen Mile Veterinary Clinic was then opened in January 2016. Dr. Honda and her husband are proud parents of three sons: Jack, Ben and Joe, and their family is completed by Hana, the Doberman, and Bo, the Labradoodle. Dr. Honda enjoys regular Pilates, yoga and paddle boarding at the cottage and is forever trying to improve her golf game.
Lisa joined our Sixteen Mile team when we opened in 2016. A graduate of the University of Waterloo, Lisa has diverse business and customer service experience and loves helping our clients and patients to enjoy their visits with us. Passionate about pet health and wellness, Lisa volunteers for animal rescues in her spare time. She always has a special place in her heart and her home for those senior pets needing to be rehomed in a loving and safe environment. Lisa enjoys yoga, reading, music, taking a variety of courses and caring for her rescue dogs, Sparky and Maddy, and her always-entertaining cat, Forest.
Ashley graduated from Sheridan College in 2016 and joined our team in 2017. Prior to coming to Sixteen Mile, she worked with the Lions Foundation Dog Guides for six years, where she obtained many of her dog handling and behaviour skills. Ashley is a cat mom to her diabetic orange tabby cat, Oliver. On her days off, Ashley enjoys fitness, outdoor hikes and riding her motorcycle through winding country roads.
Averey joined the Sixteen Mile team full-time after graduating from Sheridan College in the spring of 2022, but started as a co-op student in 2020. Averey has always had a strong love for animals, which she gets to share with her three cats and dog at home. In her free time, Averey enjoys painting, spending time with friends and adventuring outdoors.
Ashlee is a 2010 graduate of the Veterinary Technician program at St. Clair College. She and her husband, Brennan, are proud parents to Marv, a handsome Great Dane, Randy, a yellow-sided Green-cheeked Conure, and Normy, a Timneh African Grey. When not at work, Ashlee enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Ashley graduated from the Animal Medical Administration program at Ridgetown College in 2006 and worked at other clinics before joining our sister clinic, Southside Pet Hospital, as an Animal Care Attendant in 2022. She's now graduating from the Veterinary Technician program at Thompson Rivers University and has joined the Sixteen Mile team! Ashley and her husband, Martin, are proud parents to two young girls and, for now, one rescue cat, Laverne. When she's not out with family and friends, Ashley loves getting cozy with a good book or a video game.
I've always had a love for animals from such a young age. When I was younger my uncle had a dog that I would take care of every Sunday when we'd go over to my grandma's for family lunch. When I was around 8 years old I started horseback riding and grew a love for horses and large animals. When I got to high school I knew I wanted to be a veterinary technician.
During Covid I did a Pre-Health Program through Georgian College in Barrie for a year and then once graduated from there I got accepted into the Veterinary Technician program at Seneca College. At home I have a Shih Tzu Poodle mix named Melo that my family and I adopted from the Brampton Humane Society.
When I'm not at work I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend and family, going for hikes in Bronte Creek and watching true crime documentaries.
Tanya joined us in 2022. She has fifteen years of experience in the pet care field including grooming, boarding and pet store management. Tanya has two Pomeranian mixes, Luna and Nova, and a senior leopard gecko, Lexi. She has a special place in her heart for birds, fish and reptiles. In her free time, she enjoys going on hikes, lifting weights and spending time with her dogs, friends and family.
Jaimi joined our sister clinic, Southside Pet Hospital, in 2016, and later became part of the Sixteen Mile team. A 2011 graduate of Northern College's Veterinary Assistant and Animal Grooming program, she has a natural gift for putting both pets and their people at ease. Jaimi is the proud parent of her sheltie, Jake, several cats, and her daughter, Veronica. When she's not at the clinic, you'll find her enjoying the outdoors or baking up something in the kitchen.
I joined the Veterinary world in 2023 working as ACA/CSR, gaining most of my experience on the fly. I've always had a love for animals that has bloomed into an unexpected, but fulfilling career. When not behind the desk, you can find me cozying up with my cats and a video game, or enjoying cottage life with my husband.
I completed the Animal Care program at Durham College in 2023. I have always had a passion for animals. My love for caring for them started at a young age through pet sitting for family and friends. In my free time, I enjoy travelling and exploring new places, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family.
