Our Veterinarians
Dr. Benjamin Potvin
Veterinarian and Owner
Dr. Benjamin Potvin grew up on a farm in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia and earned his DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario. He enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine, with particular interests in surgery and dentistry, and takes pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality medicine. Ben is equally passionate about preventative medicine, working closely with clients to support long-term health and quality of life for their pets through practical, proactive care.
Outside of the clinic, he enjoys an active Okanagan lifestyle with his wife, Alyssa, and their two young boys—spending as much time as possible running, skiing, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. He has a small hobby farm with cows, pigs, chickens, a large garden, a cat named Pickles and his two beloved red border collies, Cedar and Maisie.
Dr. Shaun Tryon
Veterinarian and Owner
Lake Country Veterinary Clinic is proud to introduce Dr. Shaun Tryon, our dedicated veterinarian and co-founder. Dr. Tryon brings international expertise and a genuine passion for animal care to our community.
Dr. Tryon earned his veterinary degree from Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia, where he developed a comprehensive foundation in veterinary medicine and a special affinity for small animal care.
As a skilled small animal practitioner, Dr. Tryon provides compassionate, quality care for a diverse range of beloved pets. Whether you have a playful puppy, a curious kitten, a colourful parrot, or a scaly companion, Dr. Tryon has the knowledge and experience to keep them healthy and thriving.
Dr. Tryon and his family enjoy travelling and adventuring. From diving and surfing to kayaking and cycling, they are always open to a new challenge.
Dr. Tryon believes in building lasting relationships with both pets and their families, taking time to understand each animal’s unique needs and providing personalized care at every visit.
At Lake Country Veterinary Clinic, we’re excited to serve our community with the same dedication and expertise that Dr. Tryon brings to every examination room.
Our Support Team
Jack Heydarian
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary and Animal Husbandry from the University of Central Florida, Jack packed his bags and headed to Seattle. He spent over a decade working in emergency veterinary settings at the Seattle ASPCA and then in Vancouver, where he gained invaluable real-world experience. Animal welfare is his absolute passion, and he’s an animal lover through and through.
In practice, he particularly enjoys dentistry and worked many years under the guidance of dental specialists and orthopedic surgeons with companion animals.
Recently, Jack and his spouse moved to Vernon from the lower mainland. They share their home with two very energetic and sweet dogs, Alfie and Arnie, and a bunch of fish that keep them busy. When he’s not in the clinic or behind the camera, you’ll usually find him exploring the outdoors, travelling with his pups, road cycling, running, and soaking up the beauty of the Okanagan.
Jack is also a professional photographer who loves capturing those special moments both with people and pets.