Meet Your Pet Care Team

Dr. Liza Lackner

Liza Lackner was born in scenic Richmond, BC, and raised in Steveston. A granddaughter of the city's first farmers, she has deep roots in the community and continues to call Steveston home, where she lives with her family.

Liza's deep love for animals drew her to Veterinary Medicine, and her dual Canadian/Australian citizenship led her to study at the University of Melbourne in Australia. After earning her Bachelor of Veterinary Science in December of 2008, Liza joined the Seafair Animal Clinic team in 2010, and has been privileged to care for multiple generations of pets in the Richmond community.

A member of the Canadian Animal Assistance Team (CAAT), an organization that provides much-needed veterinary services to low-income communities, Liza's clients at CAAT and at Ironwood/Steveston will tell you that she is as passionate about the animals she treats and strives to provide the highest standard of veterinary care for each and every furry patient.

Dr. William McAleese

Dr. William McAleese grew up in County Meath, Ireland, surrounded by animals in the countryside. He graduated from the University College Dublin in 2023 and began his career in mixed practice, working with companion animals, farm animals, and horses before moving to Canada.

He brings a well-rounded clinical background and a calm approach to patient care. Outside the clinic, William enjoys playing Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and skiing, appreciating British Columbia's scenery — and its familiar Irish-esque weather.