Veterinarian, Owner / Partner
Education: University of Guelph, Ontario Veterinary College
Dr. Mahovlich, an Elgin County native, grew up in Springfield Ontario. He was drawn to veterinary science from a young age and pursued an education dedicated to the health and well being of animals. He can’t remember a time when he didn’t want to be a veterinarian. As an honours graduate from East Elgin Secondary School in Aylmer Ontario, he continued his education at the University of Guelph where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, honours in Animal Biology. He then studied at the Ontario Veterinary College and completed his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. He spent his summers working at various vet clinics and farms gaining experience with a wide variety of animals.
Upon graduation, Dr. Mahovlich joined the team at Elgin Animal Hospital and becamce a partner a year later. Since then, he has continued to expand his skills and knowledge, taking courses in specialty areas including surgery, medicine, and has an interest in ophthalmology. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Mahovlich enjoys an active lifestyle, and is kept busy by his two year old son Benjamin, his wife Jenn (music teacher), his salt water aquarium, and his two cats Carmen and Sophie.
