Dr Warren Foreman BVSc (Hons), BAnSc, MACVSc, CMAVA - Practice Owner

Warren graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1979 with honors. 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. Warren is an avid cyclist and enjoys relaxing rides with friends in his spare time. He also enjoys diving, hiking and car racing. Warren and his wife Jenny have four daughters and Whippets-"Cassie" and "Bridie". Warren has walked the Kokoda Trail and trekked to the Everest Base Camp in Nepal and has recently climbed Mt Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America.

Warren accepts referrals from Adelaide and surrounding areas.

Dr David Mason BVSc MACVSc CMAVA CertBA - Veterinarian

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 3 years. In 2002 I under took a Post Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Surgery.

Next I went to work as a vet in the UK for 12 months and have been with the Adelaide Animal Hospital team since July 2004. My wife and I have two dogs - "Alice" and "Darcy" and a large ginger cat, "Big Ben". I still have a strong interest in surgery, recently receiving my Membership of the College of Veterinary Scientists in Small Animal Surgery. I also have an interest in ultrasonography and radiography. In my spare time I enjoy cycling, snow skiing and bushwalking, as well as the renovation our newly acquired but quite old home.

Dr Linda Ratcliff B.V.Sc., B.Sc - Veterinarian

I have been working at Adelaide Animal Hospital since December 2006. I am originally from Adelaide; however I completed my Veterinary studies at Massey University in New Zealand. I really enjoyed my time in New Zealand however I am very excited about my return home. My special interests include canine and feline medicine and behaviour.

I live with my energetic dog, a 4 year old Huntaway Cross, called Jemma and my 1 year old mischievous cat, Indiana. In my spare time I enjoy taking Jemma for walks, watching movies and spending time with friends and family. I really enjoy working at the Adelaide Animal Hospital and look forward to continuing to practice high quality medicine with the team.

Dr Nina Bray B.Sc., B.V.M.S. (Hons) - Veterinarian

I have been lucky enough to be working at the Adelaide Animal Hospital for a year now. I thoroughly enjoy my time at work, with the diversity of cases and great team keeping me motivated. This year I am studying a Post Graduate Certificate in Ophthalmology.

I graduated from Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia in 2002. After graduation I worked in mixed practice in Denmark, WA. During my time in WA I completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Emergency Medicine and Critical Care. After this I went to the UK, where I worked for two years, in between travelling in Africa, Europe and the United Kingdom. It was in the UK that I met my fiancé, Garry. We now live in Mount Barker with our cat, Max, whom some of you may recall from past newsletters.

Having grown up in Strathalbyn, I was very happy to return to South Australia after several years away. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking and straightening out the gardening in our new home.

Dr Kirsten Aberle BVSc(Hons) - Veterinarian M.A.C.V.S., C.M.A.V.A

Originally from Melbourne, I started my Veterinary career in a mixed animal clinic in the Victorian high country, as well as developing my cow and horse skills. I also developed a love of snow skiing and the outdoors.

Following this, I worked in small animal practice in Melbourne and then for six months in the UK, where treating hamsters, guinea pigs and other "pocket pets" was the norm. After travelling for six months through parts of Europe I returned to Australia and decided to settle in Adelaide. Last year I completed a 12 month post graduate course in Internal Medicine and have interest in this and Emergency medicine.

I have just returned from maternity leave and will be working part-time. I live here with my husband David, our baby girl Elizabeth, two 9 year old dogs Alice (a Silky Cross Jack Russell) and Darcy (a Cairn terrier) and our huge ginger cat Benny. Outside of work I enjoy walking the dogs in the park, reading, playing sports and keeping in touch with friends and family.

Dr Bryony Senic B.Sc. , B.V.M.S. - Veterinarian

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 have a particular interest in both surgery 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 going to the gym, walking the dogs, playing sport, reading, cooking, travelling and socialising with my friends and family.

Dr Piri Cutts B.Sc, B.V.M.S. - Veterinarian

I am originally from Melbourne, VIC, and obtained my veterinary degree at Murdoch University in WA. I have moved to Adelaide with my beautiful 3 yr 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'm 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, traveling, reading, and spending ‘quality time' with my wonderful family and friends.

Kylie Clifford B.V.Sc - Veterinarian

I have just started with Adelaide Animal Hospital in June of 2008. I graduated from Melbourne University in 1998 and worked in (slightly) mixed practice in country Victoria before heading to the UK for two and a half years. I locumed 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 for the last 5 years and look forward to the opportunity of broadening my knowledge in a hospital with such a high standard of facilities and staff. Outside of work, my passion is the Argentine tango and so I spend most of my time involved with dancing and catching up with friends and family.

Lara Casanova Dip. Prof. Couns, Diploma in Practice Management, Cert IV TAA - Practice Manager

I 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 and a Diploma in Practice Management. I love studying and will continue to do so, as I find it rewarding leaning 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.

Rebecca Statton Cert IV Business - Client Relations Manager

In September 2003 I joined the team at Adelaide Animal Hospital as a receptionist. I am thoroughly enjoying the position and love the hands on contact with the animals as well as the personal interaction with the owners.

Previously I worked on a cattle and sheep stations in the north of South Australia where I had worked in various positions. I then moved to Adelaide where I worked as a chef for a period of 5 years before gaining employment at Adelaide Animal Hospital.

I have a yellow budgie called George who is 3 years old. My babies are a boisterous Rhodesian Ridgeback called Milly who was born in October 2004 & now a Staffy cross-called Jed who was born in April 2005.

Lani Gibb - Client Relations

I’ve had a diverse range of careers and jobs over the years. Working in the travel industry led to opportunities to travel to some amazing places and also a stint living in Japan for six months. In the performing arts industry I worked predominantly as a stage manager on productions such the Adelaide Fringe Festival and Womadelaide.

I then started working with animals, which has developed into a true passion and a thirst for knowledge in animal behaviour. A passion I’ve always had, coming from a family of animal lovers. I previously worked at the RSPCA and Animal Welfare League caring for and learning about dogs, cats and other animals. I have 2 dogs, one from each shelter – ‘Kahlo’ a Bull Terrier/ Basenji Cross and ‘Ella’ a Weimaraner Cross and a cat ‘Picasso’adopted from a friend. I enjoy discovering with my dogs the constant joys of the human/animal bond.

I look forward to working with the dedicated and knowledgeable team at Adelaide Animal Hospital and providing you with excellent customer care for you and your pet.

Helen Morris - Client Relations

I was recently lucky enough to gain a position within the client relations department at Adelaide Animal Hospital.

I migrated to Adelaide last November from the Midlands, UK with my with husband. Currently we have no pets however once we are settled in our own home, I'm sure that will change.

My family had a smallholding in the UK so I have always been surrounded by animals - I had the pleasure and responsibility of owning my own horse a young age, competing in local gymkhanas, pony club and enjoying the bridal paths of the English country side.

I feel very fortunate to have been given the opportunity to join such an enthusiastic hard working team.

Fiona Carbone - Client Relations

I have recently been given the amazing opportunity to join the wonderful team at Adelaide Animal Hospital. I have always had a great love and interest in animals. I have completed a certificate in Animal Care and I am hoping to further my study in Veterinary Nursing in the near future.

I have 2 gorgeous dogs, a long haired Chihuahua named Zip and a Jack Russell x Pomeranian named Snowflake. They are the loves of my life and I treasure each moment I share with them.

I have enjoyed meeting all the lovely animals that are very special members of each clients families, and I'm looking forward to meeting many more. It is an absolute honour to be part of a team that shares a dedicated passion for all animals. This is a dream come true for me and I look forward to my future with Adelaide Animal Hospital.

Heather Lyman BAppSc (Animal Studies) - Senior Veterinary Nurse

For the past two years I have been studying Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at TAFE SA. I was lucky to be given the opportunity to take on a position at Adelaide Animal Hospital after completing a 16 week internship, which was a required component of the course.

I love animals and have always wanted to work within the veterinary nursing industry. I have two dogs, a German Shepherd name Charlie and a Maltese cross Shihtzu called Calli.

Veterinary nursing is a challenging but rewarding position and working at Adelaide Animal Hospital gives me the chance to learn and work in different situations allowing me to improve my nursing skills everyday.

The staff at Adelaide Animal Hospital have been very welcoming and I feel really lucky to be given the opportunity to begin my nursing career at this hospital. I am looking forward to completing my Certificate IV as well as being a part of this progressive team.

Michelle Rowe - Trainee Veterinary Nurse

I started work at Adelaide Animal Hospital at the start of February
2008. I am 17 years old and am currently studying Certificate IV in
Veterinary Nursing. I completed year 12 and Certificate 11 in Animal
Studies in 2007. I also did a short course called Introduction to
Animal Care in 2006.

I moved to Adelaide in January 2008 from a farm near Arthurton on the
Yorke Peninsula. I have lived on a farm my whole life and have always
been surrounded by animals. I always knew that I wanted to work with
animals. I realised in about year 9 that Veterinary nursing is exactly
what I wanted to do and haven't looked back.

I have many family pets and I have a beautiful
Kelpie X named Rusty. It is great and exciting to finally be working in
the industry as I am learning so much and I am extremely lucky to be
working with such a great team which practices such high standards of
Care.

Charlie - Adelaide Clinic Cat 

Hello, my name is Charlie but the nurses call me Charlie Nerms (I'm not sure why!).

In 1996, when I was a kitten, I was brought into the Hospital after I was hit by a car. Back then, the Hospital was called the Magill Road Vet Clinic and was in the old red brick building further up Magill Road. My pelvis was broken badly, but Dr Foreman fixed it and kept me as a clinic cat.

I love living at the Hospital. I get very scared when I have to go outside in my carry cage. I like lounging in the sun on the chairs in the waiting room and I like to trick people into thinking I am a toy when I am sleeping quietly in my basket!

I am on a strict diet because I have a sensitive stomach but I love the odd piece of yummy chicken.

I like other cats and dogs, but I am funny around German Shepherds after I got bitten by one in the waiting room a few years ago.

I am pretty quiet these days and I like to sleep a lot but sometimes I will get a burst of energy and play with my toys. I especially love to play with string. 

Lola - Burnside Clinic Cat

Lola came to live with us at our Burnside Vet Clinic when she was 4 years old in 2004. She is very quiet by nature and fits into the clinic cat life with ease, although there are times when she escapes to her bedroom for some time out from the extra energetic dogs and kids.

Lola just loves her dinner and has been on a diet for as long as we can remember, which has paid off. When she came to us she weighed 9kg and is now down to a much healthier 7kg.

She also has a very busy daily schedule and likes routine. It starts by eating breakfast, scratching her claws on the mat that sits on the scales, sitting on the counter at reception, snoozing in the sunny patches that come through the windows and then eating dinner.

Lola's favourite junk food is potato chips and will try to swipe them from your hand when you're not looking. Of course she is not allowed to have them!

Lola occasionally helps us out with our blood donor program, and in return just loves sitting on a lap for a pat.  

Jaffa - Burnside Clinic Cat

Jaffa was a stray cat who was part of the cat adoption program, although many people who had pets already fell in love with Jaffa. During his time with us he won over our hearts and was adopted as a clinic cat.

Jaffa is energetic and a bit of a socialite, he loves greeting anyone who comes in the door including dogs, cats and kids. Jaffa loves entertaining some of the younger boarding cats who love to play; he would play all day with them if he could. However he does have some naughty moments though. He loves to pounce on Lola knowing that she will not be impressed. Although recently Lola has started to tell him off and put him back in his place.

Jaffa also assists from time to time in our blood donor program.