Catterick Garrison Vets for Pets

Hi, I'm Jo, Joint Venture Partner at Catterick Vets for Pets.

I qualified from the Royal (Dick) Veterinary College, University of Edinburgh in 1999. I spent my early years as a vet in mixed practice in Stokesley, a small market town in North Yorkshire where I gained masses of experience in all aspects of veterinary medicine and surgery, from calving cows to operating on chinchillas! I moved into full time small animal work fifteen years ago, and this allowed me to pursue my interests in ultrasonography and small animal cardiology. At home my family pets are two fantastic cats, 4 amazing large breed dogs, 2 chickens and a pet sheep. 

Outside work I like to cook Italian food. I love gardening and try to grow veg that I can use in my favourite recipes. I also enjoy going to the cinema, reading the odd novel, and I have occasionally been seen on my bike!

I decided to open Vets for Pets Catterick because I felt that my experience had given me the confidence to strike out on my own, and because I felt that I could provide the people of Catterick with the kind of practice they really need and deserve. It is hugely important to me that we have a "whole family" approach to caring for our pets. I love to engage with children and help them to care for their pets in a responsible way. I have a son myself and my family are my world. As a client you can rest assured that my team and I will treat your pet exactly as we would treat our own! My team at Catterick are all so motivated to provide exceptional quality veterinary care, and I am so proud to work with all of them.

Hi, My name is Ahmet and I joined the practice in June 2023. I have an interesting background in parasitology and am keen to build friendships and help all my clients to the best of my abilities. 

Hi, I'm Ele. I graduated in 2007 from Liverpool Vet School and spent fifteen years working as a traditional Dales Vet, driving around the beautiful countryside, serving the local community and all their creatures great and small! Having operated in many a cold cow shed at night in all weathers, I can now cope with most challenges! 

I've been at Vets4Pets Catterick as a locum since it opened, so when I had a family and hung up my wellies to concentrate on small animal practice, knowing the exceptional care the amazing team here deliver for patients, I knew I wanted to be a part of it.

I still love the variety of being a Vet, so enjoy the more unusual patients- small furries, guinea pigs, rabbits and rehabilitating wildlife. I particularly enjoy caring for your 'golden oldie' pets, winning over nervous patients and have an interest in surgery and complex wound healing. 

At home we run a working hill farm and have a menagerie of children, sheep, horses and a cat called Buster. In my (rare) spare time, I enjoy exploring Swaledale on horseback, local history, metal detecting and helping run Wensleydale Show.

I look forward to meeting you and your pets!

Hello! I joined the team in 2019 as a VCA and progressed on to qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse in December 2022. My main interests in practice are radiography and surgery, which lead me to complete a surgical nursing certificate. In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog Rylie and riding my horse Iggy.

Hi, I'm Emily. I qualified as a RVN in December 2023. I enjoy all aspects of my job and the variety that it brings. I particularly enjoy monitoring anaesthetics but enjoy being involved in all areas of nursing. Outside of work, I enjoy socialising and spending time with friends and family.

Hi, I'm Tia! I joined the practice as a VCA and progressed on to completing my Veterinary Nursing qualification in 2026. In my spare time I enjoy taking my dog Darcy for long walks and socialising with friends. 

Hi, I'm Emma! I qualified as an RVN in 2026. My main interest in practice is inpatient care but I love all aspects of nursing. In my spare time I enjoy socialising with my friends and going to the gym. At home I have two Cockapoos, Willow and Cooper.

After serving in the British Army for 23 years I decided that I would far rather work with animals than people! Nine years later, I'm still here! 

I have lived in Catterick Garrison for 16 years. I love Maine Coon cats. I previously worked in the veterinary field years ago and have decided to come back. Outside of work my main interest is raising money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Hi I am Christina Owen and have recently joined Vets for Pets as a receptionist. I love and adore animals, which means that this job is perfect for me.

Hi, I'm Gina, I'm the newest receptionist to the team. I love all animals and helping people and I have three crazy dogs and a snake at home! Outside of work I like painting and eating out.