Melissa Watson

Dr. Melissa Watson

Veterinarian, BSc DVM
License verified

Professional information

Designation
  • Veterinarian, BSc DVM
Licenses
  • Quebec, CA
About Vet

I’m Dr. Melissa Watson, BSc, DVM. I earned my veterinary degree in 2009 from St. George’s University in Grenada and completed my clinical training at the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine. I spent four enriching years practicing in New York City and the surrounding areas before returning to Canada to continue my career closer to home. In 2016, while growing my family, I transitioned into the role of Technical Services Veterinarian with Dechra Pharmaceuticals. This role deepened my expertise in dermatology and endocrinology, particularly with complex conditions such as Cushing’s, Addison’s, and thyroid disorders. From 2018 until 2025, I worked with Royal Canin, where I supported veterinary clinics by providing nutritional consultations—especially for challenging cases with conflicting dietary needs. In 2023, I enrolled in the Chi University’s Veterinary Food Therapy certification program and am currently finalizing my case study report to complete the certification. When I’m not working, I love spending time at the cottage with my husband and four kids, enjoying nature and outdoor adventures.

Bonjour! Je suis Dre Melissa Watson, BSc, DMV. J’ai obtenu mon diplôme vétérinaire en 2009 à l’Université St-George de Grenade et complété mes stages cliniques au College of Veterinary Medicine de l’Université de Floride. J’ai commencé ma carrière à New York, où j’ai exercé pendant quatre ans avant de revenir au Canada pour me rapprocher de mes racines. En 2016, tout en fondant ma famille, j’ai réorienté ma carrière pour devenir vétérinaire du service technique chez Dechra Pharmaceuticals. J’y ai approfondi mes connaissances en dermatologie et en endocrinologie, en particulier dans la gestion des maladies de Cushing, d’Addison et de la thyroïde. De 2018 à 2025, j'ai travaillé chez Royal Canin, où j'ai aidé des cliniques vétérinaires en leur fournissant des conseils nutritionnels, en particulier pour les cas difficiles présentant des besoins alimentaires contradictoires. En 2023, je me suis inscrite au programme de certification en thérapie alimentaire vétérinaire de l’Université Chi. Il ne me reste plus qu’à soumettre mon rapport d’étude de cas pour compléter la certification. En dehors du travail, j’adore passer du temps en nature, au chalet, avec mon mari et nos trois enfants.

Location
  • Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, CA
Spoken languages
  • English
  • French
Species treated
  • Dogs (Canine)
  • Cats (Feline)
Areas of interest
  • End of life/Hospice care
  • Dermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Nutrition
  • Preventive
  • Alternative Medicine
  • Toxicology
  • Pharmacology
  • Parasitology
  • Immunology
  • Behavior
  • Anesthesia
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioural issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

Book an online appointment with Dr. Watson in 3 easy steps!

  • Choose your vet and book an appointment.
  • Join the video call with the vet you chose along with your pet.
  • Get personalized care, treatment and answers to all of your questions.

5.0
26 reviews

S

Simon Gaboury et Kim

January 2026

attentionnée, explications claires
J

Julie

January 2026

Beaucoup d'écoute, comprends les besoins, propose des compléments de solutions au problème
M

Myrian

January 2026

Merci Dr Watson, rendez-vous très apprécié, très humaine, chaleureuse et compétente
B

Batsheva

January 2026

What a wonderful experience to have an appointment online. I will do it again. Dr. Watson was very kind .
A

Alexandra

January 2026

She was super understanding and listened well to all the details I gave her. We exchanged some good information and she gave me some good advice and prescriptions.
A

Amelie

December 2025

Elle à répondu à tout mes questions
A

Anthony

December 2025

Very helpful
C

Chloe

December 2025

Thank god, and simple and human approach to ease our worries with our loved pets!
V

Valérie

December 2025

Super gentille et efficace. Merci !
T

Tabatha

December 2025

Very helpful and explains everything on detail