Clare Craig

Karen Godfree

Kim Blake

Dr. Kim Blake

Kim Blake was born and raised in the Toronto region. She completed a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Guelph in 1992 and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1996. 

Kim joined the Stirling Veterinary team upon moving to Belleville in 1997.  She enjoys clinical medicine and education.  Kim has held a teaching position for specific veterinary technician courses at St. Lawrence College in Kingston, ON.  She has also made numerous  presentations to younger students at public schools and churches about veterinary medicine.  Kim enjoys public interaction so much she has been a guest volunteer on a few radio talk shows to discuss people and pets.

Professionally, Dr Blake is a member of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario and the Quinte District Veterinary Association.  She is also a member of the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association on which she has held a position on the board of directors. 

On the home front, Kim has her days full with her husband, 2 children, 2 cats and a dog.  She enjoys volunteering weekly at the local public school.  When time allows, Kim enjoys long distance running.  Her proudest accomplished includes qualifying for and completing the Boston Marathon in 2010.

Dr. Clare Craig

Clare graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1975. He moved to the Stirling area and started Stirling Veterinary Services in 1978. 

Clare believes in offering the

best level of care for his patients and in doing so, is a strong advocate for preventative care nutrition.   His special interests include Internal medicine and preventative health programs including wellness testing.

He is a member of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario (CVO), Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Veterinary Surgical Laser Society and the Quinte District Veterinary Association (QDVA). 

Clare also holds an active position on the CVO regulatory committee.  This committee works to ensure high ethical standards are upheld within the veterinary profession.

Over the past 30 years Clare’s family has also been strongly involved with the practice.  Their presence is not only appreciated during regular hours but also after hours.  In fact, it’s not uncommon to see a couple of the Craig’s helping out with those late night c-sections!

In his spare time, Clare keeps busy caring for his own pets including his dog, Zerkie, cat, Magic and horse, Clyde. He is also an avid gardener and enjoys an afternoon of golfing, kayaking or hiking around the lake.

Dr. Karen Godfree

Born and raised in Toronto, Karen graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2004.  She was welcomed as a member of Dr. Craig’s Veterinary team in 2005. 

Karen thoroughly enjoys the challenges of general practice and the diversity that makes each day different.  Also interested in international veterinary outreach,  she volunteered her services for the animal relief efforts in New Orleans for 3 weeks following the devastation caused by hurricane Katrina – an experience she describes as heart-breaking but very satisfying.

Her computer skills enables the clinic to keep up to date on current technological information.  This knowledge benefits both the function of the office and the level of patient care.

Karen is a member of the College of Veterinarians of Ontario, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association and is a current member and past president of the Quinte District Veterinary Association.

Outside of veterinary medicine, she is an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying activities such as running, road cycling, soccer and kayaking.