We are open for essential care only
In line with government guidelines, we are only offering medically essential appointments, so please contact the practice team before travelling. Our opening hours may also vary, so please monitor our webpage to keep up to date with the latest information.
We are taking steps to help keep you and our colleagues safe:
- If you do need to visit, we ask that only one person per pet comes along, to help reduce the number of people in the waiting area at any one time.
- Social distancing is crucial at this time. When arriving, you may be required to call ahead and wait to be invited in by a member of our team. You will be informed if this is necessary when you call us to make your appointment.
- Once inside the practice, we ask that you please respect a two metre distance from our colleagues and other clients.
- We are only accepting card payments to help minimise contact between you and our colleagues.
- If you can’t visit the practice and are concerned about your pet’s health, please contact us to discuss available options.
We will continue to share regular updates here and on our Facebook page. We thank you for your patience at this time.
Kettering Vets4Pets
Vista ParkTelford Way
Kettering
NN16 8AS
Telephone: 01536 511500
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Meet the team
Chris qualified as a Vet in Sydney in 1998 and moved to the UK to in 2001 enhance his veterinary skills and has never looked back. Chris was hugely proud to open Kettering Vets4Pets in December 2009 in partnership with Sarah, and strongly believes that having both Vet and Veterinary Nurse Partners at the helm works well for our patients. Chris has a keen interest in small animal surgery with a particular slant towards orthopaedic work (take a look at our interesting cases on our website to find out a bit more about some of our work).
Chris also has interest in dermatology (all things skin related) and rabbit medicine and surgery. As well as being very gadget minded Chris in his spare time enjoys DIY and he has an ambition to “go green” with alternative sources of energy supplies and have no utility bills to pay!
Chris has a vast menagerie of pets although he wishes everyone to know that his foot is now firmly down and there will be no more added..... Until next time!
Laura Smart
Veterinary Surgeon
VetMB BA MRCVS
What is your favourite animal and why?
Dogs, truly amazing animals, not only are they the best companions ever they can be trained to help us in 101 different ways. I also have a special interest in nursing small furries.
What pets do you have and what are their names?
The most amazing dog called Gracie, family rescue dogs Callie and Poppy, two rescue chinchillas Samba and Lola, one rescue gerbil Samuel Pepysiboy, three tortoises Georgie, Terminator and (Christopher) Columbus, and a tank full or assorted fish and shrimp. In truth all of the pets belong to my little girl, hence the interesting names some of them have! Lucy is hoping that we continue to add to our menagerie!
What's the best pet name that you've ever come across? 'Braveheart biteshard' a ferocious little hamster where never has a name been so apt!
What is your favourite famous animal?
Greyfriars Bobby.
What's the best aspect of working for Vets4Pets?
As a nurse partner I get the chance to put a very important stamp on how the business is run, not an opportunity that a lot of veterinary nurse get. Hopefully the input shows in not only in the high standard of patient care we give, but also how we look after our clients too.
Claire Speight
Head Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Nicole joined our practice as a Student Veterinary Nurse in 2012 and loved it here so much she decided to stay on when she qualified in 2014. Nicole loves working here and travels the long drive in from Coventry every day. Nicole has really enjoyed getting to know our clients and patients over the years. She is responsible for running our inhouse lab and helps Sarah to keep our Facebook page updated. Nicole also enjoys running our annual charity dog show. Since qualifying as a Registered Veterinary Nurse Nicole has develop a special interest in weight management, and with the support of our other qualified nurses, she runs our Pet Slimmer Club. Nicole LOVES dogs, she has 8 dogs at home (yes, you read that right 8!!) and not forgetting her group of guinea pigs!
Nikki qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2006 and joined our in 2013, having returned from Australia where she was working as Head Medical Coordinator for two of the University Hospitals. Nikki is cat crazy and has a special interest in feline nursing. She also enjoys consulting, medical nursing, anaesthesia and a particular interest in oncology. Nikki has a menagerie at home including 1 horse, 3 cats, 3 chickens and 2 guinea pigs. Nikki also has two beautiful children and an understanding husband. In her spare time Nikki enjoys riding.
Tayla Croxford
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Katie joined our practice in 2017 as a Student Veterinary Nurse. Katie came with a wealth of experience with small mammals having worked for many years in a pet store. Katie qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2018 and we are really happy that she loved it here and wanted to stay. Katie has a keen interest in exotics, especially reptiles, and she is hoping to gain further qualifications in this field. Katie enjoys inpatient care and making sure that all our patients needs are met and they are given plenty of tlc. Katie loves her job, enjoys meeting people and is extremely proud to be a Veterinary Nurse. At home Katie has a bearded dragon, one beautiful dog, one spoilt kitty and some fish to keep her on her toes.
Jasmine joined our practice in 2017 as a Student Veterinary Nurse and enjoyed practice life here so much she opted to stay with us when she qualified early 2019. Jasmine has a keen interest in wildlife and has spent time volunteering at a wildlife rescue in Canada. As well as being a Registered Veterinary Nurse, Jasmine also has a degree in zoology. Jasmine loves being a Vet Nurse, she particularly enjoys spending time with her patients, care of inpatients and building up pets confidence whilst they are with us.
Jane Clement-Boggis
Senior Receptionist
Ruth Bower
Senior Receptionist
Beth Coyle
Receptionist
Caitlin Captainino
Receptionist
Immy Orr
Receptionist
Welcome to Vets4Pets vets in Kettering
Vets4Pets is a whole new veterinary concept committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound. Plus, on site car parking too!
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Services
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Emergency coverEven if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
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Operating TheatreAn operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
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Isolation UnitA special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
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Blood Pressure MonitorUsed to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
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BiochemistryAllows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
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HaematologyAllows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
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In-house LaboratoryA range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
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X-RayGenerates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
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Hospital WardSuite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
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DentistryThe treatment and prevention of dental disease
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Health Plans
Starter pack protection
Best Start in Life
£85
Our Best Start in Life starter pack includes everything they'll need from a veterinary perspective to grow up happy and healthy, from a microchip to their first vaccinations.
Health Plan
Vac4Life
Just £99
Vac4Life is a preventative plan following primary vaccinations
Out of hours
Vets4Pets Northampton Hospital
139 St. James Road
Northampton
NN5 5LE
139 St. James Road
Northampton
NN5 5LE
Tel: Telephone: 01604 753300
Fee before 10pm: from £38* Fee after 10pm: from £130* *Any necessary treatment or medication administered by the emergency service will be charged in addition to the emergency consultation fee.