The small animal specialists
The small animal specialists
Richard graduated from the University of Bristol in 1978 and worked in mixed practice for a number of years. He joined The Veterinary Centre in 1988. Richard holds both RCVS and European Diplomas in Veterinary Dermatology and is one of only a few specialist dermatologists in the country. Richard specialises in all skin conditions and has a keen interest in chronic ear disease. Richard sees a variety of dermatology cases referred to him from veterinary practices all over England. Richard is married, has two daughters and a cat called Bonnie
Conor graduated from the University of Pretoria, South Africa in 1997 and joined the practice in 1998. Conor has a keen interest in surgery as well as medicine and was a finalist in the PetPlan Vet of the Year Awards 2008 and 2009. Conor enjoys travelling, running and cycling in his spare time and has taken part in marathons and duathlons. He has one cat called Minnie and a dog, called Millie.
Stuart graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2003 and came to the practice in 2008 after working as a Veterinary Anaesthetist at the Small Animal Veterinary Hospital of the University of Liverpool. In 2006, he achieved the RCVS Certificate in Veterinary Anaesthesia.
Stuart always has had an interest in birds and retiles and spent one year working at Great Western Referrals in the avian and exotic department. This gave him invaluable experience in dealing with birds of prey, psittacines (parrots) and all types of retiles from bearded dragons to tortoises and he intends to build up the case load of these species here. Stuart is happy to see 2nd opinion cases in all of the above species.
Stuart lives with his two working Cocker Spaniels, called Dylan and Twizzle. His hobbies include conservation and Stuart has worked as a vet in a number of countries including Namibia, Cameroon, Borneo, and Uganda and has worked with gorillas, chimpanzees and leopards.
Hayley joined the practice in 1995, and qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1997. Since qualifying, she has become a Pet Health Counsellor, offering free health checks to our clients with their pets. More recently, she has qualified as a NVQ assessor and is now a clinical coach, helping to teach our student nurses. Hayley is also one of our First aiders. Hayley doesn´t have any pets at the moment, but frequently dog sits for her boss´s dog Millie and her friends dog Smudge, who love to go on long walkies and chase squirrels. Out of work, Hayley enjoys relaxing holidays, socialising with friends and loves to shop!
Sharron joined the practice in 2001 and qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2004. She is a qualified Pet Health Care Counsellor and a NVQ assessor. Sharron has a keen interest in preventative care for pets and has done many talks to local schools. Sharron lives with her partner and their family. She has an elderly Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Tyler, who is regular visitor to the practice Sharron´s hobbies include, camping and keeping fit.
Kerri has been at the practice since 1995, where see did works experience. In 1997, Kerri joined the practice full time as an auxiliary nurse for many years before deciding to train as a veterinary nurse. She qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2008. Kerri has a keen interest in radiography and preventative care clinics, especially weight clinics and rabbit advice. Outside of work, kerri enjoys socialising with friends and spending time with her rescued pets, Woody the Border Terrier (whom she has hand reared) and Domino, a three legged cat.
Lucy joined the practice as a trainee in 2005 and studied for a foundation degree in veterinary nursing. She passed her final exams in 2007 and is now a qualified Veterinary nurse. Her hobbies include keeping fit, reading and shopping.
Daniel came to the practice as a works experience student in 2005. He studied at Warwickshire College, Moreton Morrell and became a qualified veterinary nurse in 2008. Danny has a keen interest in theatre practice. Out of work, Danny enjoys socialising with friends and spending time with his pets. Danny has 2 German Shepherds Dogs, 2 cats and 7 chickens.
Rebecca joined the practice in 2009. She is training for a degree in veterinary nursing at Warwickshire College, Moreton Morrell. Rebecca is a keen cyclist and enjoys taking part in triathlons and is a member of the Warwickshire Triathlon Club.
Angela joined the practice in 1995 and became a qualified veterinary nurse in 2001. Angela has a keen interest in rabbits, radiography and dentistry. She is a qualified Pet Health Counsellor and has completed a dental leadership course. She now works as a receptionist at the practice. Outside of work, she enjoys shopping, baking, making gift cards, horse-riding and looking after her animals.
Emma joined the practice in 2006, as one of our receptionists. She has a wealth of experience to share with our clients, with any queries that they may have. Emma is very artistic and keeps our waiting room displays up to date. Outside of work Emma enjoys socialising with friends, photography and is kept busy with her Ebay shop.
Michelle joined the practice in 1986 and qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1988. She progressed to become Head Nurse in 1989. She has since taken an advanced Diploma in surgical nursing, and is a qualified NVQ assessor and Pet Health Counsellor. Michelle became practice manager in 2005. Out of work, Michelle is kept busy with her family and enjoys socialising with friends, cycling, horse-riding and shopping!
