Paisley Vets4Pets

90-94 Glasgow Rd
Paisley
Renfrewshire
PA1 3NU

Telephone: 0141 840 5566

Open Today 08:30 - 19:00

Opening Hours

  • Monday  - 
  • Tuesday  - 
  • Wednesday  - 
  • Thursday  - 
  • Friday  - 
  • Saturday  - 
  • Sunday Closed

Meet the team

Alistair

Alistair Lyons

Practice Owner & Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

Read Alistair Lyons bio

I joined the practice in October 2010 as the director. Before becoming the Joint Venture Partner of Vets4Pets Paisley I worked with a mix of large and small animals.

My favourite thing about working in Vets4Pets Paisley is the banter and helping sick animals.

I currently have 8 pets - Rolo & Poppy (dogs), Poppy, Daisy & Tulip (rabbits) and Kasha, Gift & Topper (horses).

Outside of work I enjoy hillwalking with the dogs.

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Katrina Chopper

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

Calum

Calum Leitch

Clinical Lead & Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

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I graduated from Glasgow vet school in 2007. After 4 years in mixed practice in Wales I realised that I wanted to concentrate on small animal practice and surgery in particular. With this in mind I undertook a certificate in small animal surgery which I completed in 2014. After a brief stint in Canada, during a particularly cold winter, I worked in several practices in various parts of the UK including time in a surgical referral centre in Newcastle before coming back up to the Glasgow area. I enjoy all aspects of general practice but particularly surgery. I also have a particular soft spot for Labradors as I have a black lab called Islay and a yellow lab called Clyde.

Outside of work I can be found doing my best to still make it round a rugby pitch on a Saturday. I also have an old Land-Rover that sometimes I spend more time fixing than driving!

Shannon

Shannon McDonald

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

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I joined the practice in January 2022.

I have a first class degree in veterinary biosciences from Glasgow University and I then studied veterinary medicine in Kosice, Slovakia.

I have previously worked at a small animal practice outside Edinburgh.

My favourite part of the job is meeting the pets and speaking with clients.

I currently have a bunny called Stu. Outside of work I enjoy watching films and going to the cinema. I also enjoy cooking/trying new foods and crafting.

Joana

Joana Carvalho

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

Lara

Lara West

Head Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I joined the practice in December 2016.

I qualified as a RVN a very long time ago! I worked at the PDSA for over 20 years before joining Vets4Pets. I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

My favourite thing about the job is meeting all the lovely pets. I enjoy carrying out nurse consults and ensuring a high level of inpatient care is always maintained.

I currently have 2 dogs, 2 cats 14 (!!) guinea pigs and 7 chickens.

Outside of work I am very interested in pet behaviour and I run puppy classes locally.

 

 

 

 

Shona

Shona Fennell

Student Veterinary Nurse

SVN

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I joined the practice in February 2018.

I studied NC + HNC animal care prior to joining the practice and I am now a 2nd year student nurse.

My favourite thing about working at Vets4Pets Paisley is helping all the animals.

I currently have two dogs - Noah (staffie) and Rhum (cocker spaniel).

Outside of work I enjoy horse riding and walking, spending time at the caravan and going for a sail on the boat.

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Rebecca Connaghan

Veterinary Care Assistant

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I joined the practice in October 2020.

I have previously completed a phlebotomy course, access to science course, British Sign Language introduction programme and I am a mental health first aider for the practice.

My favourite part of the job is looking after the inpatients.

I currently have 2 staffies called Mildred and Zinc.

Outside of work I enjoy hillwalking, swimming, going to the cinema and chilling with Mildred and Zinc.

Fiona

Fiona Lyons

Veterinary Care Assistant

Read Fiona Lyons bio

I joined the practice in December 2020.

I am currently a Vet Med student - BVMS4.

My favourite part of the job is caring for the inpatients.

I have 8 pets- Rolo & Poppy (dogs), Poppy, Daisy & Tulip (rabbits) and Kasha, Topper & Gift (horses).

Outside of work I enjoy irish dancing, playing piano and horse riding.

 

Amy

Amy McMurdo

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I joined the practice in July 2022.

I have previously been in the Royal Navy for 7 years.

My favourite thing about the job is learning a variety of skills, I am proud to be a nurse and love cuddles with the animals. I have a special passion for caring for elderly pets.

I currently have a black and white rescue cat call Pixie (pictured) who is 10 years old and loves cuddles and playing with string.

Outside of work I enjoy running, hot yoga and reading about anthropology and philosophy. 

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Callum Cairns

Veterinary Care Assistant

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I joined the practice in April 2022.

I am currently studying BSC Bioscience and Zoology.

My favourite thing about the job is comforting sick animals.

I currently have a cat named Agnes.

Outside of work I enjoy gardening and drinking coffee.

 

Sophie

Sophie Luke

Practice Manager

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I joined the practice in December 2020.

I graduated in 2020 with a BA (Hons) degree in International Business Management. I have previously worked in the equestrian industry and  in hospitality. I enjoy being the Practice Manager of Vets4Pets Paisley as I have the opportunity to combine both my passion for business management and my love for animals.

My favourite thing about the job is that no two days are ever the same. I enjoy working with all colleagues and their pets as well as interacting with clients new and old.

Outside of work I enjoy catching up with friends, going long walks and competitive horse riding.

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Andrea Bateson

Client Care Adviser

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I joined the practice in April 2019.

I previously worked in accounts/book keeping roles and have been a purchase ledger team leader for Shell oil, gas, marine. I have also worked in sales for a marine company and customer service for a large distribution company - one call could be from Wales, the next from one of the islands!

My favourite thing about the job is meeting new people and their pets!! I love signing people up to care plans.

I currently have a 14.5yr old westie called Cara who is literally my hairy child.

Outside of work I love art & design, knitting, cooking, baking and meeting friends for coffee & cake!!

Emma

Emma Ewart

Client Care Adviser

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I joined the practice in November 2020.

I have previously been a nail technician & HND qualified beauty therapist.

My favourite thing about the job is getting cuddles from all the animals.

I do not currently have any pets and outside of work I enjoy watching my daughter compete throughout the UK in gymnastics.

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Catriona Connaghan

Client Care Adviser

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I joined the practice in September 2021.

My previous experience includes being a restaurant manager and a phlebotomist.

My favourite thing about the job is meeting all of the animals.

I don't currently have any pets but enjoy spending time with my siblings' dogs.

Outside of work I enjoy hiking, swimming and watching movies.

Raegan Paisley

Raegan Kerr

Client Care Adviser

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I joined the practice in July 2022.

I am currently studying physiology and nutrition and was previously a personal trainer. I am also a barista.

My favourite thing about the job is meeting all the lovely wee animals! The staff are also fabulous and friendly. They've been so welcoming.

I currently have two rescue dogs - Darius and Melly.

Outside of work I enjoy taking the dogs to the beach & woods for peace and quiet. I also enjoy a good pub quiz and dinner parties with friends.

Trish

Tricia Houston

Client Care Adviser

Read Tricia Houston bio

I joined the practice in July 2022.

I have worked in a vet practice for the past 6.5 years as a receptionist and animal handler, I learned a lot in this role and regularly assisted the vets. I loved every minute spent with my animal friends.

My favourite thing about the job is meeting all the animals and clients. I enjoy the support and camaraderie working alongside my team mates.

I currently have two pugs - Coco and her 1 year old son Franki. I also have two Jugs - Harley and her little brother Junior.

Outside of work I enjoy beach walks with my 4 dogs, spending weekends away, travelling abroad and cooking.

 

 

Vets4Pets Paisley is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care in our well equipped standalone practice. We have in house lab facilities, pharmacy, digital x-ray & ultrasound. We have separate Cat & Dog wards. Plus we have on site car parking too!

Our Clinical Lead Calum has a surgical certificate which allows us to do additional surgeries including orthopaedics' and soft tissue alongside routine surgeries.

Our friendly team can't wait to meet 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.
  • Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Cruciate Surgery
    Surgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.

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  • Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
  • Digital X-Ray
    Digital X ray equipment is available.
  • 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.
  • Home Visits
    If you can’t make it us, we will come to you. We offer routine home visit for pets who don’t like to leave the house or clients who are unable to visit us. (Additional costs may occur)
  • In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Locally Owned
    This practice is locally owned.
  • Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
  • Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Orthopaedics
    Surgery of joints and bones.
  • Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate
    Trained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
  • 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.
  • Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray & Ultrasound
    X-Ray & Ultrasound

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Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED
  • Cat Friendly Clinic Logo Silver (1)

Health Plans

Health Plan

Complete Care Junior

£15 a month
Save at least £230 on routine pet healthcare
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Health Plan

Complete Care

From £8 a month
Save at least £215 on routine pet healthcare
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Health Plan

Complete Care Senior

From £17
Save at least £342 on routine pet healthcare
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Health Plans

Flea & Worm Pack

Protect your pet and your pocket!
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Health Plan

Vac4Life

Just £99
Vac4Life is a preventative plan following primary vaccinations
Vac4Life

Out of hours

Vets Now Glasgow /Glasgow University Small Animal Hospital/Emergency Vets Glasgow
123-145 North Street/ 464 Bearsden Rd /Workzone, 64 37 Rosyth Rd
Glasgow
G3 7DA/G61 1QH/G5 0YD

Telephone: 0141 332 3212/ 0141 330 5848/0141 260 5555

Standard consultation fees start from £276/£190 /£150