• Veterinarians
• Practice Manager
• Client Relations
• Veterinary Nurses
• Animal Caretakers
• Clinic Cats

 

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Dr Warren Foreman - Practice Owner/ Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc (Hons), B.AnSc, MAC.V.Sc, CMAVA
• Graduate Certificate in Management

Warren graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1979 with honours. He became a member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in 1985. Warren has also gained certificates in Canine Medicine, Cardiology, Ophthalmology and Dentistry.

Warren's employment began at the Magill Road Veterinary Hospital. He has also worked at practices in South Melbourne and the Riverland before returning to Adelaide. Warren has been the proud owner of Adelaide Animal Hospital (formerly known as Magill Road Veterinary Hospital) since 1992.

Warren has special interests in ophthalmology, ultrasonography and orthopaedic surgery. He is an avid cyclist and enjoys relaxing rides with friends in his spare time. He also enjoys diving, hiking and participating in long distance cycling events and cycling in France. Warren and his wife Jenny have four daughters and a Whippet called Cassie. Warren has walked the Kokoda Trail, trekked to the Everest Base Camp in Nepal, and even climbed Mount Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America and Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.

Warren accepts referrals from Adelaide and surrounding areas. 

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Dr David Mason - Practice Owner/ Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc, MAC.V.Sc, CMAVA, Cert.BA 

I graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1999, and started my veterinary career at the Whittlesea Animal Hospital in Victoria, working with both large and small animals for three years. After this, my wife and I worked in the UK before returning to Australia and settling in Adelaide. I have undertaken further study in small animal surgery, gaining my membership of the Australian College in Small Animal Surgery in 2005. I also have a strong interest in ultrasonography, in which I have undertaken further specific training.

I enjoy spending time with my wife and two young children, and value any time spent snow skiing and bushwalking. Currently we have a cat, "agisted" chickens and rabbits at home.

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Dr Bryony Senic - Veterinarian

• B.Sc.
• B.V.M.S. 

I am originally from South Australia, spending time both in a small country town on the Eyre Peninsula and in Adelaide for my secondary schooling years. I completed my veterinary degree at Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia in 2007 and have been working with the wonderful team at Adelaide Animal Hospital since January 2008. I also have a particular interest in both surgery, emergency and internal medicine, and hope to further my studies in these areas in the future.

I have two dogs Ebony, a black Labrador, and Pixie, a black Cocker Spaniel. In my spare time I enjoy running, walking my dogs, being outdoors, playing sports, reading, cooking, travelling and socialising with my friends and family. I am currently completing a post graduate course in ultrasonography through the University of Sydney.

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Dr Piri Cutts - Veterinarian

• B.Sc
• B.V.M.S.

I am originally from Melbourne. I obtained my veterinary degree at Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia. I have moved to Adelaide with my beautiful 3 year old Kelpie cross, Baci, for the amazing opportunity to work with the brilliant, knowledgeable, skillful and supportive Adelaide Animal Hospital team.

All my life I have been passionate about animals and their welfare, and becoming a veterinarian was my dream. I am excited to finally put all my hard years of training and study into practice. Over the years to come I hope to broaden and strengthen my knowledge and skills in topics of special interest to me including animal behaviour, internal medicine, surgery, and ultrasonography.

When I am not busy being a vet, I love being outdoors, particularly the beach and ocean, surfing, running with my dog, going to the gym, dancing and music, travelling, reading, and spending 'quality time' with my wonderful family and friends.

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Dr Kylie Clifford - Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc 

I have worked with Adelaide Animal Hospital since June 2008. I graduated from Melbourne University in 1998 and worked in mixed animal practices in country Victoria before heading to the UK for two and a half years. I was a locum in several practices in between travelling extensively and also worked on the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001.

I have been working in small animal practice in Adelaide since 2002 and from October 2010 I am permanently based at our Burnside Veterinary Centre. I have an interest in feline medicine and our clinic offers a particularly cat friendly environment. I look forward to meeting you and your feline friends including any other pets very soon.

Outside of work, my passion is the Argentine tango and I spend most of my time involved with dancing and socialising with friends and family.

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Dr Chiew Lian Khut - Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc
• B.Sc (Biomedical Science)

Chiew completed her veterinary training at The University of Melbourne in 2006. After working at a small animal practice in Melbourne, she returned to Adelaide to be close to her family and friends, and joined Adelaide Animal Hospital in December 2008.

She is currently undertaking post-graduate studies in Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology). She lives with her partner Eric and their four year old cat, Mr Darcy. She also shares her parent's Jack Russell Terriers, Molly and Phoebe. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening and has a special love for cacti and succulents. One of her many dreams is to have an extensive, sustainable garden in the future.

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Dr Hayley McPhee - Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc
• Post Graduate Radiology
• Post Graduate Surgery
• Post Graduate Behavioural Medicine

I graduated from the University of Queensland in 1989. I spent the first half of my career in referral equine/ small animal practices here and interstate, as well as the obligatory UK/ European working holiday for 12 months. I then decided to concentrate solely on a career with dogs and cats. After a short stint locuming, I started at Prospect Road Veterinary Hospital when it was only a two vet practice. How times have changed.

I have undertaken 12 month post graduate courses in Radiology, Surgery and Behavioural Medicine through the University of Sydney. I enjoy studying soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, and have a particular interest and empathy for canine behaviour problems, especially anxiety and aggression.

Currently I work part time, devoting the rest of my time to bringing up two small, exuberant children and failing in my duties as a domestic goddess. Apart from going to Queensland to see family and friends, my travelling plans are curtailed for the moment but I have trekked in the Indian Himalayas and participated in desexing Indian street dogs. When I get the chance, I like walking, cycling and the occasional hit of tennis.

Our family shares our home with Fergus, an adorable golden Kelpie x Labrador, who has taught me a lot and is the reason I now have such a keen interest in behaviour. Sherman, the little bowed legged Jack Russell Terrier is the reason we do not own a cat.

I enjoy working in this busy practice with its interesting and varied caseload and, look forward to any changes and improvements a change of ownership will bring.

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Dr Stephanie Ortega - Veterinarian

• B.V.M.S (Hons)

I am originally from Wisconsin USA but have been living in Australia for over 13 years. I completed my veterinary degree at Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia, in 2006. After graduating I moved to Port Augusta in South Australia where I worked in rural mixed practice for three years. I am passionate about all aspects of veterinary medicine but have special interests in ultrasonography and dentistry.

I have one wacky cat named 'Nudge' and in my spare time I enjoy reading, dancing and exploring South Australia.

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Dr Alexander Gauld - Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc (Hons)

As a child I lived on a small farm in the Adelaide Hills where we raised Jersey cows, sheep and chickens. I completed my veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2009. I am passionate about animals and their care, and have particularly interest in surgery and ultrasonography. I am planning to form a local indoor soccer team and enjoy the opportunity to cycle, swim, go fishing, socialise with friends and family, and play the occasional computer game. I would also like to do a bit more travelling if I could squeeze it in somewhere.

I am very excited about becoming the newest member of the Adelaide Animal Hospital team and look forward to working with such a highly skilled, professional and welcoming group.

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Dr Delwyn Fenby - Veterinarian

• B.Sc (Hons)
• B.V.Sc (Dist)

After 12 years in the corporate world developing products for Unilever and Arnott's Biscuits, I decided to return to full-time study to pursue my childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian. I completed my veterinary studies at Massey University, New Zealand in 2009 and then made the decision to cross the Tasman to join the exceptional team at Adelaide Animal Hospital.

After five years of study I'm still adjusting to now having some spare time in which to do things. I love to travel and am looking forward to exploring what South Australia has to offer. I love anything to do with food and wine and was very excited to discover the central markets and to know that I am living in a city surrounded by some of the best red wine regions in the Southern Hemisphere. I attempt to balance my love of food by 'being active' and enjoy running around a netball or squash court.

I have two cats, both of whom are still in New Zealand. Fraggle has been successfully rehomed with my parents, however I hope to have my 'Abby-Tabby' Bikila join me in Adelaide later in the year.

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Dr Jessica Victory - Veterinarian

• B.Sc.
• B.V.M.S.
• Post Graduate in Internal Medicine

Jessica grew up in Adelaide before moving to Perth in 1999 to pursue her veterinary career. She attended Murdoch University Veterinary School and received the Surgery Prize in her final year. From 2004 to early 2006 she worked in a veterinary emergency and referral hospital in Perth with thirteen other vets. In 2008 Jessica completed further study in small animal internal medicine, and developed a keen interest in internal and emergency medicine as well as soft tissue surgery and alternative therapies.

Jessica married her husband in 2007 and the couple have two pets, Baxter the cat and Groova the dog.

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Dr Hollie Hodgkinson - Veterinarian

• B.V.Sc (Hons)

Hollie grew up in Brisbane and after a brief period dabbling in music and psychology she completed a Veterinary Science degree at the University of Queensland in 2009. Looking for a change in scenery she was drawn to the country's wine capital and started her career in a busy mixed practice in South Australia.

Hollie has recently joined the team at Adelaide Animal Hospitals and is enjoying getting to know all the regular patients and their owners. She has a keen interest in emergency medicine and is undertaking postgraduate study in this area. 

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Dr Judi Doidge - Veterinarian

• B.Sc
• B.V.Sc

I am originally from Durban in South Africa but have been in Adelaide for 3 years. I graduated from the University of Pretoria in South Africa in 2008. Prior to that I had the privilege of working as an animal trainer at Sea World in Durban, South Africa, where I trained and looked after seals, penguins and dolphins. Most of my life I have been drawn to water and all water related activities doing everything from life-saving (both fresh and salt water) and water polo to synchronised swimming. I was even lucky enough to represent my country in synchronised swimming at numerous championships including world championships and commonwealth games.

From a young age I was intent on saving as many animals in distress as I could and was always bringing something home to look after (much to my parents delight!) So it was no surprise to family and friends when I pursued a career in veterinary science.

My family includes my husband Warren and my young Staffie cross Luca, but life is about to take a radical turn soon with our first baby expected in February next year 2012.

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Dr Emily Cameron - Veterinarian

• B.V.M.S (Hons1)
• B.Sc

I am originally from Adelaide, and am happy to be living here again after spending a lot of time overseas and interstate in the last 15 years. After school, I spent a year on exchange in France, before heading to Murdoch University in Perth for my veterinary studies. I graduated in 2000, and returned to Adelaide to work in small animal practice for just over two years. I then spent nearly two years travelling in Europe and financing my travels with some locum work in the UK. I then returned to small animal practice in Adelaide for about three years, before moving to Canberra to work in another ASAVA accredited hospital for over two years. I have completed postgraduate studies in Ophthalmology and really enjoy challenging medical cases and oncology.

I married my husband, Hamish, during our time in Canberra, and we moved back to Adelaide when we found out we were expecting our first child. I started working part time at Goodwood Road Veterinary Clinic in August 2010, and our daughter, Lucy, was born in December 2010. I now spend most of my time as a mum but have been enjoying my return to work. We have two very well loved dogs - Noddy, a Beagle Cross I rescued while in Perth, and Ellie, a Staffy x everything (100% Bitsa as proven by DNA testing!) we rescued while in Canberra. They both have a lot of love (mostly licks) to give, and have been really good with Lucy. In the next few years I am hoping to continue some part time work while caring for our young family.

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Dr Joshua Dearness - Veterinarian

• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours Class IIA) 
• Bachelor of Applied Science in Animal Studies

Originally from a central coastal Queensland hobby farm, my love and association with animals from a young age has driven me to undertake a passionate career as a Veterinarian. I graduated from the University of Queensland and was recipient of the Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Award and Most Valuable Surgery Student in my graduating class for 2009. Previously I worked in a busy small animal hospital in South Australia before joining the wonderful Adelaide Animal Hospital team in January 2012.

My interests lie within all aspects of canine and feline medicine, ultrasonography and surgery and I plan to undertake further studies in one of these disciplines.

Outside of work I enjoy going fishing and camping, playing soccer, travelling and entertaining a very spoilt cat named Tookey who is 4 years old.

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Lara Casanova - Practice Manager

• Diploma in Professional Life Coaching
• Diploma in Professional Counselling
• Diploma in Practice Management
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Certificate IV in Small Business Management
• Certificate IV in Frontline Management

Joined the Adelaide Animal Hospital team in September 2004 as Practice Manager, before this I was employed by Mayne Pharmaceuticals for twelve years in a middle management role. I have also had experience in the banking industry and the retail industry at Dymocks book store. I have completed a Certificate in Frontline Management, Certificate in Small Business Management, Diploma in Counselling, Diploma in Practice Management and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. I love studying and will continue to do so, as I find it rewarding learning new skills that I can use and implement in my daily role to benefit the staff, the clients and the hospital.

I am very passionate about animals and their well being, I have always brought my own gorgeous Golden Retrievers Maxy and Suzy here in the past and I am confident in the hospital's ability and care of my animals. I love all animals and am prone to collecting strays along the way and helping them find their way home.

My other interests include playing competitive squash, travelling anywhere especially if there is snow skiing involved or heat sun and a pool or a beach. My favourite hobby though is spending time with Maxy and Suzy and their friends at the park.

I am very enthusiastic about my role and have a passion for organising and planning the daily and future operations of the hospital and helping the staff meet their goals. The Adelaide Animal Hospital is a great place to work with a great team of highly qualified vets, nurses and receptionists. I look forward to my future here and hope to meet many clients and many more beautiful animals along the way. 

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Sharon Wynd - Human Resources Manager

• B.A (Psychology)
• Associate Diploma in Business Administration
• Certificate IV in Management

Sharon has been welcomed to the Adelaide Animal Hospital team to assist in the human resources management of the business, an area that relates directly to her practical experience across a diverse range of industries in Human Resources, Administration and Customer Service along with her degree qualification attained in 2005 at the Adelaide University.

Sharon has joined our team after recently playing a key senior role in establishing a new Adelaide Hills small business that today, is thriving in its industry with local community support. Her drive and enthusiasm for working with people and animals has brought her to Adelaide Animal Hospital where she intends to play an integral role in the continued development of a successful and rewarding workplace culture for our staff, an incredible customer service excellence for our customers and an enjoyable attentive experience for our patients.

In her own time, Sharon is an active home renovator, garden designer of her own garden, paints in oils when time permits and enjoys maintaining a healthy active lifestyle. Always by her side is her jet black and ever-so-loving Cocker Spaniel, Billy, who truly believes that every visitor visits the home only for him and who, on joining the family, was formally knighted by her youngest son as 'Sir Billy Black Buddy Boy Wynd'. Yes, Billy is definitely King of our Castle!

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Gloria Gore - Accounts Manager

I am married and as I've said before have 2, now grown up, boys named Ryan and Adam. They are tertiary students, and live at home with us in the Adelaide Hills.

We adopted two stray cats named Timmy and Tildy (short for Matilda), from Adelaide Animal Hospital in 1999. Timmy is a very relaxed cat, and Tildy was a little anxious, but in her old age is becoming more smoochy, to our delight. We also adopted a stray female Tenterfield named Lucy in 2000 who is always energetic. We enjoy their company and wouldn't be without them now.

Other than working I enjoy reading, dining out, catching up with friends and family, and going for walks with Lucy.

I enjoy working at Adelaide Animal Hospital and look forward to the ever bright future with the great AAH team. 

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Mia Saccardo - Accounts Coordinator

• Certificate IV in Frontline Management
• Certificate IV in Finance
• Associate Diploma in Computer Applications

I am a new addition to the Adelaide Animal Hospital team and commenced my role as Accounts Coordinator in October 2011. I was previously employed by BHP Billiton for 8 years and during this time I had two boys - Jesse who is 4 and Jake is 18 months old. I eventually decided to steer away from the corporate world and couldn't pass up the opportunity to work for such a passionate and rewarding organization such as Adelaide Animal Hospitals.

I have a Beagle named Sheba who is 12 years old and a Maltese x Chihuahua named Solomon who is 8. Sheba's strong nose always lands her in strife and Solomon is my teddy bear, cuddly and very cute.

I was born in the UK and migrated with my family in 1988. I love Australia and the beautiful beaches but I do miss having a white Christmas and hope one day to take my family there to experience one again. When I am not at work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and keeping fit in between juggling my demanding children. I also enjoy cooking, especially baking my favorite Nigella Lawson recipes.

I am looking forward to a long and exciting career at Adelaide Animal Hospitals.

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Maria Kafkakis – Client Relations Coordinator

•  Certificate IV in Retail Management

I am the Client Relations Coordinator at Adelaide Animal Hospital and my role involves many diverse aspects of the company which I find rewarding and challenging. I have a strong love of animals and have adopted two lovable cats and a cheeky dog.

Working in the industry has always been a passion of mine and I look forward to a wonderful future that the hospital has to offer.

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Kirby Mulhern - Client Relations

• Certificate II in Retail
• Certificate II in Animal Studies
• Senior First Aid

I have recently joined the very friendly and warm team at the Adelaide Animal Hospital. Animals are my passion and joy in life. I have completed Certificate 2 in Animal studies at Tafe and am continuing my studies with Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing this year. I aspire to further my studies all the way to Uni to become a qualified vet.

I come from a retail background where I have worked in major department stores, fashion and sport stores. I enjoy the customer service side of my job and look forward to helping the clients of the Adelaide Animal Hospital with a high standard of customer care and service.

I also have a crazy 3yr old Rotti called Maya, who makes me laugh in some way every day. Maya loves to go for walks, watch TV, make new friends and tear apart soccer balls. She is my "toddler in disguise".

I look forward to meeting all the clients and their beloved pets, or as I call mine "my four legged hairy daughter".

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Jacqui Johnson - Client Relations

• Certificate IV in Firstline Management

I was very fortunate to start work with the fantastic team at the Prospect Road Veterinary Clinic early 2010. Coming from a background of Retail and Office Management, it has been an absolute dream to be able to incorporate these skills within the animal care industry.

Previously I had been able to focus my love for animals, not only by sharing my life with my old, faithful friend, my domestic long hair cat Marley, but through my volunteer work with the Fauna Rescue Society. I have now also recently taken in an abandoned Collie cross pup, Bowie. He has been a perfect addition to our home and has been a great way to learn in detail the ins and outs of puppy training and care.

Along with my husband Steve, I love gardening, cooking from the garden, and getting away on camping trips. I also captain two social netball teams, and in my spare time catch up with my friends and family as regularly as possible.

Since my time with the Prospect Road Veterinary Hospital, I have been amazed at the knowledge and skills of the friendly, helpful team and am thoroughly enjoying continuing to build my knowledge of the animal care industry, and getting to know the pet owners and the pets that we so diligently care for here at the Hospital.

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Louise Blasbery - Client Relations

• Certificate IV in Business Administration

For as long as I remember I have wanted to work with animals and I am so excited to be part of the team at Adelaide Animal Hospital. Having only recently commenced my position at Adelaide Animal Hospital, I am really enjoying the challenges, the team members, and of course, meeting all the clients with their wonderful pets.

I have two mischievous Siberian Huskies of my own named Mya and Kaley, along with two cuddly budgies, Alfie and Georgie. I also have a very energetic canary called Crookshanks. I love to travel and see new places and make it a priority wherever I go to visit the local animal sanctuaries!

I look forward to all the little surprises and challenges that my new role in Client Relations will bring and can't wait to meet all our customers.

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Debbie Hinge - Client Relations

I started my career in retail pharmacy and worked in the hospitality industry for many years thereafter. This career path allowed me to acquire a diverse range of skills in many areas including customer service, administration and more recently marketing/ promotions. However, I believe life is a journey and I am now blessed to have been welcomed as the newest member of the team at Adelaide Animal Hospital, allowing me to pursue my life long dream of working with animals.

It is a priviledge and an honour to be working for a company with such high standard of professionalism. I am certain my new role will be both challenging and rewarding, and I am looking forward to being able to provide the very best service to our clients and their much loved pets.

I share my home with my husband and two youngest children. We have two little dogs, a Jack Russell X Chihuahua named Tinky (Queen of the house) and a Moodle named Billy (King of the house). Our newest addition to the family is a very loving Burmese kitten named Miley. I am proud to say we have a house full of love and cuddles!  

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Tracey Hunt - Veterinary Nursing Coordinator

• Certificate in Veterinary Nursing

I commenced working as a veterinary nurse in 1987 in a mixed animal practice in Queensland. As I was still at school when I started nursing I could only work after school, weekends and school holidays, so in 1989 when I moved with my family to Adelaide I gained a full time position in a veterinary practice where I worked for ten and a half years as a veterinary nurse. During this time I qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1991 and received an Australasian award for Excellence in Veterinary Nursing in 1996.

In 1999 I joined the team at Adelaide Animal Hospital. I worked in the capacity as Practice Manager until October 2004 when I took maternity leave for the arrival our second child. After 7 months maternity leave I returned to Adelaide Animal Hospital as a Veterinary Nurse. Two children were not enough so along came the third in June 2006 and once again I have returned to Adelaide Animal Hospital.

I am very passionate about veterinary nursing and the veterinary industry in general. During my career I have been actively involved in committees relating to the veterinary industry and am currently a committee member on the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia on both Divisional and National levels.

My family includes my two beautiful daughters, Claire born October 2002 and Kate born November 2004, a handsome son Lachlan born June 2006 and my husband Stuart. I am a devoted pet owner with two cats - Sonia and Pascal and a beautiful Golden Retriever called Jake.

Adelaide Animal Hospital is a great place to work with a great team of competent and highly qualified vets, nurses and receptionists. I consider myself to be a competent veterinary nurse with high standards and feel privileged to be a part of this team and to be able to look after your pets.

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Tara Russell - Senior Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

I started my career in veterinary nursing in 2005 and recently joined the Adelaide Animal Hospital team in June 2011. I am looking forward to many great years ahead working in an atmosphere full of friendly people with a passion for excellent animal care.

I grew up in the Adelaide Hills where my parents always had plenty of space to indulge me with any pet that I wanted. I learnt to love many different sorts of creatures and today I have two cats named Isosceles and Nakion, one very naughty but adorable Kelpie x named Bailey, a ferret named Valley, two pythons named Barry and Anastasia, and two long billed corellas named Izzie and Felix. On top of my pets I have a strong interest in wildlife and have a small colony of plains rats, fat tailed dunnarts and spinifex hopping mice. My husband and I also have a few large aviaries stocked with small soft bills, conures and cockatiels, plovers and stone curlews.

I have a very supportive husband who enjoys spending time and helping with our extensive family. We both share our passion for animals and conservation of wildlife by volunteering with teenagers as Zoo Youth Coordinators at the Adelaide Zoo.

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Heather Browning - Senior Veterinary Nurse

• BAppSc (Animal Studies) 
• Enrolled in Advanced Veterinary Nursing Certificates
• TAFE Tutor in Veterinary Nursing

My interest here include emergency and critical care, wildlife nursing and I am also the coordinator of the Cat Adoption program.

I have four cats at home that can play fetch - Homer, Amara, Louis and Mo. When I am not at work I regularly participate in Hip Hop classes, gardening and am a keen follower of motor sports and love travelling.

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Stefan Roma - Senior Accredited Veterinary Nurse

• Veterinary Nutritional Advisor
• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• Accreditation in Veterinary Nursing

I started working weekends at Adelaide Animal Hospital in 2001 and progressed to full time work in 2003. I graduated in 1997 earning both the prestigious Dux and Archie Awards. I was Australia's first Accredited male veterinary nurse which is awarded for dedication, committment and outstanding professionalism within the veterinary field. I am also a qualified Veterinary Nutritional Advisor and my passion lies with challenging nutritional cases. My other special interest lies in veterinary anaesthesia and I maintain all the specialist equipment that is used when your pet requires an anaesthetic.

2011 is my 17th year of nursing and I enjoy it more today than when I first started 17 years ago. I spend most of the time working in the hospital but do occasionally work the desk. I have an unruly and somewhat aggressive Cattle Dog called Sanchez (named after the great Mexican soccer goal keeper, Oswaldo Sanchez due to his amazing ball catching ability) and an indoor cat called Lily (named after the beautiful, yet poisonous flower).

My interests outside of work include the 'real' football (Liverpool, Juventus and Adelaide United), motor racing (Ferrari and Ford), 8 ball, golf, cruising in one of my cars, playing video games, walking my dog and enjoying a cold beer on a hot day.

I have been a member of the Adelaide Animal Hospitals team since 2001 and have recently returned from maternity leave after giving birth to my beautiful baby girl. I am a qualified Veterinary Nurse with a special interest in surgical nursing. I love working at Adelaide Animal Hospital and am very excited to be back.

At home I have two cats Ella and Kiara, a partner and a brand new baby girl.

At home I live with my husband Sean, our two indoor furbabies "Griffin" and "Jaguar" who are Bengal cross cats, our gorgeous German Shepherd "Sienna", as well as our scale baby bearded dragon "Kia" who are all equally as adorable! My outside work interests involve gardening, dog training, scrapbooking and I also run a book club which I find quite relaxing.

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Leanne Bowen - Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

My name is Leanne Bowen and I have been working at Adelaide Animal Hospital team since 1999. I am a qualified nurse and my nursing career spans over ten years. I am involved in Petpep - an education program for primary school children to teach then about the responsibility of owning pets.

I have two children Yasmin 7 and Cooper 5 and am now working part time due to my busy schedule. I also have two dogs Skunk a Staffy cross, a Bull Terrior named Spud and a cat named Oliver. I love my role at the Adelaide Animal Hospital, the other team members and the Standards of Care we offer.

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Stephanie Nicholson - Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

I have been a part of the Adelaide Animal Hospital team since 2008. I am a qualified veterinary nurse and have recently completed a course in Emergency medicine. I have always had a passion of nursing and since I began my course, I knew I wanted to work in an emergency clinic just like Adelaide Animal Hospitals. I have a passion for animals and thrive on the challenges they bring everyday.

I have 2 dogs and a cat of my own - German Shepherd cross named Charlie, a Maltese cross Shi Tzu named Callie and a cheeky female domestic long haired cat named Billie who came to the clinic as an adult stray.

Veterinary nursing is a challenging but rewarding career and working at Adelaide Animal Hospitals gives me the chance to learn and work in different situations allowing me to improve my nursing skills everyday. I love being a part of the Adelaide Animal Hospitals team. It is a fantastic place to learn and the standards of care are second to none.

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Rebecca Burdon - Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• Certificate II in Veterinary Nursing
• Certificate I in Introduction to Veterinary Nursing

I joined Adelaide Animal Hospital in June 2006 as an animal caretaker after working in childcare for 5 years. Growing up in the country with animals of all kinds has always been my love. I began my studies that year and finished my veterinary nursing certificate in 2009, and thoroughly enjoy working in the industry as a qualified nurse.

Adelaide Animal Hospital has enabled me to experience many opportunities including the chance to continue to learn everyday. I particularly enjoy working out in the hospital, whether it be nursing sick patients, anaesthetic monitoring or emergencies.

In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym and spending time with friends and family - and my cat Osky of course!

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Vicki Clark - Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate in Veterinary Nursing RCVS
• Diploma of Dermatology Veterinary Nursing RCVS

Vicki qualified to be a veterinary nurse in England and worked there as a nurse for 13 years. She came over to Australia and started working at Adelaide Animal Hospitals in 2005. Vicki also holds a Diploma in Dermatology and has an interest in feline and canine behaviour.

Vicki has recently returned from maternity leave after having her first child, and shares her homelife with three horses, four dogs and one cat.

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Leanne Hill - Veterinary Nurse

• Certificate II in Veterinary Nursing
• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

I have been nursing for 4 years now and have been a part of the Prospect team for a little over a year. I am currently working part time after having my beautiful baby boy Mason in March of this year. I enjoy all aspects of nursing, however emergency and surgical are two areas I want to learn more about and develop my new skills.

At home, I have a Border Collie cross called Harry, a Maltese cross Shih Tzu named Malakai, a turtle name Charlie and a very spoilt domestic cat named Princess. All of whom are adjusting to Mason being on the scene. When I am not nursing or being a mum, I sketch and paint (portraits are my
favourite), collect Eeyore memorabilia and spend time with my friends and family.

I enjoy being a part of the team at Adelaide Animal Hospitals because of the dedication and high standards of care that we offer to our patients and their owners.

• Studying Certificate II in Animal Studies

I grew up on a small property in the Adelaide Hills, and have had a love of animals from a young age. This is my first job at a veterinary clinic and I am very excited to be part of the team at Adelaide Animal Hospital. I am currently studying Certificate II in Animal Studies at TAFE and next year I hope to begin Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

I have interests in conservation biology and would love to work in this area down the track. In my spare time, I study Spanish, make origami and daydream about travelling the world. I am really looking forward to furthering my knowledge and experience in this field, as well as working with a great team of people.

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Caitlin Coates - Animal Caretaker

• RSPCA Volunteer since 2009

I joined the team at Prospect Road Veterinary Hospital as an Animal Caretaker in March 2011. The hospital has a great working environment and the team has been very welcoming and friendly. I am looking foward to learning a lot in the hospital. I have always loved animals and my ultimate goal is to be a Veterinary Nurse. I am very grateful for the opportunity to work in the animal care industry.

My previous experience includes retail and volunteering at the RSPCA for two years. At the RSPCA I am part of the Tender Loving Care Program and assist in the rescues of animals. I hope to start my Certificate II in Animal Studies early next year and complete a short course at TAFE in Wildlife Rescue and Grooming this year.

At home, I have three cats and their names are Saffron, Leedan and Mudfi. Saffron is a long haired brown Tabby. Sisters, Leedan and Mudfi are doll-faced Persians. I have had many different pets growing up including birds, ducks, chickens and fish.

The Adelaide Animal Hospital team decided to keep Zuri as she had such a lovable nature, and all kittens were adopted to new homes through our Cat Adoption program.

Zuri was a fantastic mother, is an active and curious girl and is always looking to explore new places including the cupboard that she has been photographed in!

Please be sure to say hello to her when you next visit our Magill Road hospital as she loves the attention!