Veterinarians

Dr. Sharon Bruce grew up in North Delta, British Columbia, and attended North Delta Senior Secondary before pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science at the University of British Columbia. From an early age, she knew she wanted to become a veterinarian and began volunteering at a local veterinary clinic while still in high school.

After graduating from UBC with honours in 1997, Dr. Bruce moved to Saskatoon, where she worked in a swine research facility before entering veterinary school in 1998. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002 and chose to remain in Saskatchewan for the next nine years. During this time, she practiced primarily as a solo practitioner, taking great pride in growing and developing a successful clinic while building lasting relationships within the community. She continues to cherish her time on the prairies and visits whenever possible.

In 2011, Dr. Bruce returned to British Columbia and settled in Abbotsford, where she has dedicated more than 15 years to full-time general small animal practice, proudly serving the Fraser Valley community. In 2024, she and Dr. Sarah Kerbrat embarked on an exciting new chapter by opening an independently owned and operated veterinary clinic in Abbotsford.

Dr. Bruce is passionate about all aspects of general practice and lifelong learning, with particular professional interests in dermatology and dentistry. Over the years, she has frequently considered specializing in dermatology. She has also completed locum work throughout the region, and clients may recognize her from clinics in Langley, Maple Ridge, Chilliwack, and Mission.

She prides herself on practicing veterinary medicine in a compassionate, family-oriented manner, building meaningful relationships with both clients and patients. A devoted animal lover, Dr. Bruce has owned two Bernese Mountain Dogs and currently shares her home with a gentle old-soul Goldendoodle, a quirky and fun-loving Standard Poodle, and an aloof cat.

Dr. Bruce has travelled extensively — including South Africa, Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico — both for personal enrichment and professional development. While she remains one of the rare British Columbians who truly loved prairie skies and her years in Saskatoon, she is grateful to call the Fraser Valley home.

Outside of veterinary medicine, she enjoys yoga, family adventures, and camping trips to the Shuswap. Much of her free time is spent with her husband while they support her son’s involvement in community sports and activities, including the Abbotsford Whalers, Abbotsford Falcons, Abbotsford Angels, and the 861 Silverfox Air Cadet Squadron.

Looking ahead, Dr. Bruce hopes to one day contribute her skills internationally through Vets Without Borders.