Meet Our Team

Dr. Matthew Marc Souza was born and raised in southeastern Massachusetts.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Animal Science, from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, then went on to receive his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.

He moved to western New York soon after graduation to practice small animal medicine and surgery in the City of Buffalo.  Within 5 years of graduation, he was offered the Hospital Director position at McClelland Animal Hospital, where he is currently the hospital owner and President.  During his veterinary career in Buffalo, he has provided veterinary care not only to the community, but also, the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter and Second Chance Sheltering Network. 

Dr. Souza's most recent achievement was acquiring his private pilot's license.  When not practicing veterinary medicine, he is pursuing further training in instrument rating and commercial licensure.  Dr. Souza divides his spare time between family and friends, and of course, his numerous canine and feline friends.

Dr. Daniel Carrig was born and raised in Buffalo’s very own Old First Ward. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in Veterinary Technology, from Medaille College here in Buffalo, NY. He worked many years as a Licensed Veterinary Technician locally before completing his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from St. Georges University in April of 2015. Dr. Carrig came to us after finishing a yearlong stint at the University of Georgia for clinics. His professional interest includes soft tissue surgery, dentistry, parasitology, and client education. He is looking forward to learning more about orthopedic surgery.

He is really excited to be moving back to his hometown. He enjoys watching just about any sport but his favorite is football and his Buffalo Bills. When he is not at work you can find him playing basketball, going for a run, catching a good movie or even riding his bicycle down to the Marina to enjoy the waterfront.

Dr. Carrig lives in the Old First Ward with his three adopted dogs Kit, Lucky and Chauncy. Kit the newest member is a 10-year-old Chinese crested with heart disease; Lucky is a miniature pincher who has diabetes and Chauncy is a healthy and happy pointer mix.

Office Manager/Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician  with over 30yrs experience

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Groomer

Groomer

Animal Handler/Veterinary Assistant

Animal Handler/Veterinary Assistant

Animal Handler/Veterinary Assistant

Animal Handler/Veterinary Assistant

Animal Handler/Veterinary Assistant

Receptionist

Receptionist