Vets4Pets Kettering

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!

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.

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.

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.