Vets4Pets Bishop Auckland

I have worked at Bishop Auckland Vets4pets since it opened in March 2016. I have always had an interest in animals since being young and my house was never free from strays that I enjoyed taking care of. (Dogs, cats, rabbits, pigeons, hedgehogs are only a few!!). I really enjoy meeting our clients and their pets particularly when they just pop in while passing, for a cuddle & a few treats. I have 2 dogs, 'Maisie' 8 year old patterdale terrier and 'Ben' 5 year old Jack Russell.

My name is Debra Astbury and I joined Vets4Pets in September 2016. I have worked on reception in vet practices since April 2001. I enjoy working with pets and people and love hearing stories about how you got your pet, what your pets favourite toys/food/games are, what problems you have had with your pet, how those problems were solved. I am fascinated by how animals socialise with each other and socialise with us. I am fairly good at remembering faces but hopeless at remembering names, although I often remember the pets' name. I live in a village and know many of the dogs' names but cannot remember many of the owners' names! I have a cat called Trio, 1 boxer dog called Stanley, and a husband too and I love them all very much. I could tell you so many stories about the cats we have had and Stan but will look forward to chatting to you in person and hearing your stories and funny moments. Hope to see you soon.