Newtownards Vets4Pets

Open Today 08:30 - 19:00

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 19:00
Thursday 08:30 - 19:00
Friday 08:30 - 19:00
Saturday 08:30 - 12:00
Sunday Closed

Meet the team

Vets

Dermot McInerney

Clinical Director & Veterinary Surgeon

BVSc MRCVS

Connie Nicholl

Veterinary Surgeon

DVM MRCVS

Emma Boyle

Veterinary Surgeon

BVMSci MRCVS

Sally Mullan

Veterinary Surgeon

BVSc MRCVS

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Sally graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1998. Starting her career as a Mixed Animal Vet in North Yorkshire, Sally soon gravitated toward Small Animal Practice, allowing her to focus on providing exceptional care for companion pets.

Sally decided to make the move to Northern Ireland with her family, and we are delighted to have her join our team at Vets4Pets Newtownards, where she looks forward to getting to know our fantastic clients and their pets alike! Sally enjoys a wide range of medicine and surgery, and has a keen interest in progressing her ultrasound skills.

In her free time, Sally enjoys getting to spend quality time with her family and her own pets, including her cheeky ex-racehorse Frankie.

We hope you will enjoy getting to know Sally as much as we have!

Nurses

Laura Spence

Head Veterinary Nurse

RVN PHC

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After 7 years working as an Animal Nursing Auxiliary, Laura enrolled in Greenmount College and gained her Veterinary Nursing qualifications in 2015.

Laura has a particular interest in medical nursing and is determined to make all her patients feel loved and nurtured. She is also a qualified Pet Health Counsellor and runs her own clinics, giving specialist advice.

Laura has a dog called Mitch, a colourful little character with the ability to brighten anyone's day and a cat called Lenny, who Laura couldn't say no to when he was handed into the practice as a stray in much need of some TLC!

Jenny Garrett

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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Jenny studied Veterinary Nursing at Myerscough College, Preston and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2021. Jenny has a keen interest in arthritis management in dogs and cats, and is a great help in advising our clients on how to ensure their geriatric pets live out their golden years as comfortably as possible!

Jenny has opened her heart and her home to many rescue pets over the years. She currently has 2 Jack Russells, Daisy and Benji, a senior Rottweiler, Tiara, as well as 3 cats, Sigrid, Binx and Moo. Jenny enjoys horse riding and walking her dogs when she's not in work, and she also puts her music degree to good use by teaching piano lessons in her spare time.

Alongside progressing her own skills as an RVN, Jenny will also be a great support in coaching our future Student Veterinary Nurses here at Vets4Pets Newtownards.

Rhianna Hurst

Animal Nursing Assistant

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Rhianna completed her studies in Animal Care and Animal Management at Belfast Met and CAFRE, and she qualified as an Animal Nursing Assistant in 2022. We were delighted to have Rhianna join our team at the start of 2023, as she is fantastic with both our patients and clients alike!

Rhianna has 2 dogs, a senior Jack Russell, Lola, and a super energetic young Dalmation called Lexi. Rhianna spends a lot of her free time trying to tire Lexi out through walking, throwing the ball and mentally stimulating her with lots of games and treats - a full time job in itself.

We're really excited to support Rhianna's progress as she works towards becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse with Vets4Pets Newtownards!

Non Clinical

Kat Coulter

Practice Manager

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Kat joined us in 2019 as a Client Care Advisor, and is now our Practice Manager. Kat has an abundance of customer service experience and previously worked in the funeral industry, but her love of animals swayed her to change careers and enter the veterinary world!

Kat is a dog lover and has a Black Labrador called Hollie and a bouncy Golden Retriever called Charlie.

Kat looks forward to welcoming clients and patients, existing and new, to our modern purpose designed practice!

Melissa Donoghue

Client Care Advisor

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Melissa joined the practice in October 2020 as part our Client Care team. She previously worked in the optical industry but then decided that her love of animals would eventually bring her to us.

At home she has a young daughter and a husband, along with a beautiful little rescue Whippet called Moe to keep her busy on her days off.

Melissa loves all animals, big and small and welcomes everyone into the practice with a smile.

Steph Finlay

Client Care Advisor

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Steph is the most recent addition to our wonderful Client Care team, joining us in July 2023. Steph previously worked in the public sector and brings a wealth of customer service experience along with her. Her love of both people and animals makes her a very welcome addition to our growing team!

Steph has a very energetic Springer Spaniel called Benji, and when Benji isn't running Steph off her feet, he loves to cuddle up on the sofa and watch Steph's favourite TV programmes with her.

About us

Our Vets4Pets practice in Newtownards is run by a caring, professional and experienced team. We treat all pets as if they were our own and we're here to support you if your pet ever becomes unwell or needs medical treatment.

We opened our doors in May 2017, with the latest technology, in house lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray, ultrasound and surgical theatre. We offer Gold Standard care and always provide the best treatment possible.

Our team of Veterinary Surgeons are led by our Clinical Director, and supported by an excellent nursing team, ensuring your pets will always be cared for with compassion and expertise.

We have an onsite car park, with plenty of spaces for clients and we are and we are right on the edge of the town centre, which is great for locals who are unable to get transport.

We look forward to meeting you and your pets!

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Services

Emergency cover
Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
Anaesthesia
General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.
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Bereavement Support
Making the decision to say goodbye to your pet is one of the toughest you’ll ever make. Pets provide us with unconditional love, friendship and comfort, so it is normal to have intense or conflicting emotions when it comes to euthanasia. At Vets4Pets we’re here for you and your pet for every step of your journey together.
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Biochemistry
Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.

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Blood Pressure Monitor
Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
Blood Transfusion
Treats many critically ill cats and dogs and our pioneering blood donor programme helps keep them alive.
Cardiology
Cardiology
Chemotherapy & Cancer Treatment
Dogs and cats that receive chemotherapy feel normal the day they are given the drug.
Dentistry
The treatment and prevention of dental disease
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Digital X-Ray
Digital X ray equipment is available.
Ear Surgery
Ear Surgery service is available to keep your pet free from any infections.
ECG
ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
Echocardiography (heart scans)
Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
Electrolyte
Enables the assessment of critical blood chemicals such as sodium and potassium.
Haematology – Blood testing
Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
Health Plans
Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
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Hospital Ward
Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
In house blood transfusions
In house blood transfusions
In-house Laboratory
A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
Isolation Unit
A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
Locally Owned
This practice is locally owned.
Medication
Medication
Microchipping
A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
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Nurse Clinic
Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
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Nutritional Advice
Advice and support for your pet's diet.
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Oncology
Medical care of cancer.
Operating Theatre
An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
Prescriptions
We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
Separate Cat & Dog Waiting Areas
Separate cat and dog waiting areas, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
Separate Cat & Dog Wards
Separate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
Soft Tissue
Surgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
Ultrasound
Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
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Weight Clinic
Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
X-Ray
Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
X-Ray & Ultrasound
X-Ray & Ultrasound