Livingston Vets4Pets
Inside Pets at HomeAlmondvale Retail Park
Almondvale Avenue
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6QX
Telephone: 01506 463 085
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Meet the team

I graduated from Edinburgh University in 2 and I was delighted to return to the area when I opened Vets4Pets Livingston in 2007. Before then I worked at veterinary surgeries in Mansfield, Coventry and Portsmouth. A special interest of mine is internal medicine and dermatology. When I get spare time I can be found gardening and doing DIY, or I might be out cycling or at the cinema.

I am Alison Docherty the lead vet at Vets4Pets Livingston. I joined the practice in May 2010. I graduated from Glasgow Vet School in 1999. I initially worked in mixed practice (beef, sheep and equine) before deciding to specialise in small animals after a few years in a busy West Yorkshire practice. I am now very experienced in all companion animal species with a particular interest in ophthalmology and feline geriatric medicine. I enjoy splitting my time between consulting and operating. In my leisure time I enjoy going to the gym and outdoor pursuits with my husband, two young children and two dogs (and occasionally my cat if he gets bored hunting!)

I graduated from Glasgow Vet School in 2013. After graduation, i worked in London and Cambridgeshire, before returning back to Central Scotland, where i worked as a locum before settling in at Livingston. I have an interest in feline medicine and animal behaviour, and am currently undertaking a Masters in Clinical Animal Behaviour through Edinburgh University. I live at home with her three cats and naughty black Labrador, and in my spare time enjoys walking, cinema and escape rooms.

I graduated from RDSVS in Edinburgh in 2008 and spent a year in mixed practice in Fife before moving to West Lothian and specialising in companion animals. I joined the Vets4Pets Livingston team in 2016. I enjoy both consulting and operating and have a special interest in imaging especially ultrasound. When I’m not working I enjoy running with my Border Terrier Dylan and exploring Scotland with my young family.

I graduated from Glasgow university in 1995 and started work in mixed practice. I enjoyed the variety of working with a mix of large and small animals in practices across central Scotland for many years.
In 2010 I decided to specialise in small animal practice and further develop my interest in using Acupuncture as another treatment option for our patients. I joined Vets4Pets Livingston in 2015 and enjoy working with this very dedicated team. Outside of work I enjoy going for walks and cycle trips with my family.

Where did you qualify from and when?
Royal dick school of veterinary studies in 2020
What is your favourite part of your job?
I find it really rewarding helping sick animals make a full and speedy recovery and working with such an excellent team in the surgery
What are your interests outside of work?
I really enjoy hillwalking and spending time with my rescue dog Luigi.
Do you have any pets of your own?
Luigi the rescue Greyhound
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Quails

Where did you qualify from and when?
I qualified in Glasgow in 1996.
What is your favourite part of working at Vets4Pets?
Working with a team of caring colleagues.
What are your interests outside of work?
American football and gaming with my kids.
Do you have any pets of your own?
4 rats, 2 rescue cats called Tiffin and Merline and a chinchilla called Bibble
If you could own any pet, what would it be?
More rescue kittens!

Andrew graduated with honours from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1999.
Since then, he has been practising just south of Ottawa, Canada working in mixed practice, then slowly transitioning to companion animals.
Andrew holds certifications in both Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy from the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Center and Veterinary Acupuncture from the Chi Institute.
He has interests in both surgery and medicine and enjoys getting to know patients and clients alike.
When not at work he can be found with his wife and two fast growing boys either trying to be handy around the house, coaching or taking part in hockey, soccer (Canadian term for football!) and karate (he holds a second degree black belt) and spending as much time as possible in the outdoors.

Q: Name - Robyn
Q: Where did you qualify from and when - Glasgow University 2022
Q: What is your favourite part of your job- I love working with all species but I have always had a soft spot for dogs, cats and small mammals which is why I chose to work in small animal practice and joined Livingston Vets4Pets and their amazing team!
Q: What are your joys outside of work- Outside of work, I enjoy video gaming, acrylic painting, going to the gym and watching football.
Q: Do you have any pets of your own? Include name and species- I currently have 5 hamsters and 2 guinea pigs at home which I adore

I joined the Livingston team in January 2016 and have been qualified for 10 years. My main interests at work are Anaesthesia and Theatre nursing. I enjoys keeping in touch with our longstanding patients at our nurse clinics and I always look forward to meeting and bonding with our new patients too. I have a blue roan cocker spaniel called Sharpe. Outside work I enjoy music, films and travelling but most importantly spoiling my beloved Sharpe!

Where did you qualify from and when?
I qualified from Telford College as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2012 but started with Vets4Pets Livingston as a student veterinary nurse in 2010.
What is your favourite part of working at Vets4Pets?
Working with feline patients, especially the feisty ones. Also working alongside a versatile team.
What are your interests outside of work?
Spending time with my little boy and catching up with friends.
Do you have any pets of your own?
At home I have a large cross breed Ollie and two moggies, Domino and Nala.
If you could own any pet, what would it be?
A lion, because I love Simba!

Where did you qualify from and when?
College of animal walfare in 2019
What is your favourite part of your job?
Getting to know clients and the animals. I also enjoy doing stich ups
What are your interests outside of work?
I play drums in a pipe band with Scottish Power
Do you have any pets of your own?
Bree the Cockapoo
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Lots of Cockapoos !!!

Where did you qualify from and when?
Oatridge College in 2021
What is your favourite part of your job?
Nursing of senior patients and working with aggressive dogs. I also have an interest in anaesthetics.
What are your interests outside of work?
Going to see live music and enjoying a bath (Maybe I am a mermaid?)
Do you have any pets of your own?
Kiva is my malamute (Part dragon)
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Hyena

Where did you qualify from and when
The college of Animal Welfare in 2018
What is your favourite part of your job?
I enjoy anaesthesia the most as no two surgeries are the same and very much varies from patient to patient. I also enjoy nursing in patients. There is nothing more heart warming than nursing a sick patient back to health and creating a trust bond with them
What are your interests outside of work?
I have a self converted campervan that I love to spend most of my time travelling around Scotland in. I also have my own Kayak that I love to take with me.
Do you have any pets of your own?
Cujo is my black lab companion. He joins me on all my trips and loves to swim. I also have a syrian hamster called "Prezzo"
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Most definitely Buckbeak from Harry Potter!

Where did you qualify from and when?
College of Animal welfare in 2021
What is your favourite part of your job?
Being part of the journey when a pet comes in sick to going home healthy happy and themselves again! Also building good relationships with pets and their owners.
What are your interests outside of work?
Spending time with my hyper pooch, seeing friends and family. I also like to paint pet portraits when I have spare time.
Do you have any pets of your own?
Mia my beautiful Hungarian Vizsla
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Toothless from how to train your dragon

Where did you qualify from and when?
I am studying at Napier and qualified in July 2022.
What is your favourite part of your job?
Seeing all the different cases and seeing animals get better.
What are your interests outside of work?
I like dancing and going to the gym.
Do you have any pets of your own?
A staffy cross, called Maggie.
If you could own any pet what would it be?
A Black Jaguar

Where did you Qualify from?
Currently studying at the College of Animal Welfare
What is your favourite part of your job?
Being able to work with other clinical staff and learn skills from then to help me qualify
What are your interests outside of work?
Seeing my friends and family, eating good food and walking my dog Rudi
Do you have any pets of your own?
Rudi the Cocker Spaniel
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Penguins

Where did you qualify from and when?
University of the Highlands and Islands with a vets nursing level 3 diploma.
What is your favourite part of working at Vets4Pets?
Interacting with a wide variety of species.
What are your interests outside of work?
Taekwondo.
Do you have any pets of your own?
A Bichon Frise called Casper and a Syrian Hamster called Tesla.
If you could own any pet, what would it be?
Sloths!

What is your favourite part of working at Vets4Pets?
Dealing with all the patients.
What are your interests outside of work?
Crafting, visiting Zoos & safaris and watching movies.
Do you have any pets of your own?
I have a 15 year old West Highland Terrier called Skye.
If you could any pet, what would it be?
I would love a Guinea Pig.

What is your favourite part of your job?
My favourite part of the job is updating the social media channels for the surgery and being an organisation ninja !
What are your interests outside of work?
Eating and socialising
Do you have any pets of your own?
A chocolate Lab called Frankie , A little devil cat called Thor and a bearded dragon called Steven. Also we shall never forget my beloved Lucy dog who was a chocolate Lab
If you could own any pet what would it be?
I would like to just live in a zoo with all the animals.


What is your favourite part of working at Vets4Pets?
Getting to meet lots of lovely people and their pets.
What are your interests outside of work?
I am a freelance tutor for a dog skills course provider. I'm also a dog trainer and walker. Mostly, my interests are canine!
Do you have any pets of your own?
I have a nine year old rescue Greyhound called Dash.
If you could own any pet, what would it be?
Scottish Deerhound. I've wanted one since I was 5, and that was a very long time ago.

What is your favourite part of your job?
My favourite part of the job is obviously meeting all the pets and getting to hand out some yummy biscuits! But the most rewarding part of the job is taking the initial call or email and seeing the progress the pets make to getting better and back to their usual happy selves!
What are your interests outside of work?
Outside of work, I attend university and enjoy going out to see my friends & family.
Do you have any pets of your own?
I have a very handsome 4-year old Jug called Harry - who quite often needs to visit the vet himself! He’s very mysterious and gets himself into bother sometimes!
If you could own any pet what would it be?
An otter - They are my favourite to visit at the zoo!

What is your favourite part of your job?
I love getting to meet our clients and their lovely pets. I like to try and grab a chat with them and show a genuine interest in their pets care and get lots of cuddles from the animals I meet.
What are your interests outside of work?
I love to get out into the outdoors and go walking when I can get the time. I love reading but also like a good tv series binge
Do you have any pets of your own?
I lost my dog in September 21 and haven’t felt ready to get another pet just yet but in this job I’m sure it won’t be long before we welcome another furry friend
If I could own any pet what would it be ??
I would love my very own Alpaca but I don’t quite have the space. My biggest love is bulldogs and we have rehomed 2 over the years from a bulldog specific rescue charity and fostered one for family.

What is your favourite part of your job?
Meeting all different kinds of clients and their pets.
What are your interests outside of work?
I love going out and exploring abandoned places and buildings, but when I'm not doing this I love to curl up in bed with my furbaby called Diva.
Do you have any pets of your own?
I have a min Zoo. I have 3 dogs, a Shihtzu called Ollie, a Shihtzu cross called Chewie, a Frenchie called Frankie and 2 cats, called Diva and Precious.
If you could own any pet what would it be?
Chameleons as I think its interesting how they change colour.

Name: Jillian
What is your favourite part of your job?
Meeting everyone's pets
What are your interests outside of work?
A few glasses of wine with friends (Non Alcoholic of course !!)
Do you have any pets of your own?
A cockapoo Beau also known as princess Bobo
If you could own any pet what would it be?
A Giraffe

Name
Kayleigh
What is your favourit part of your job?
Going above and beyond for clients and interacting with all the lovely pets
What are your joys outside of work?
Playing netball with my team
Do you have any pets of your own?
Esme the chorkie and Bella the chocolate lab
If you could own any pet what would it be?
A capybara
Vets4Pets Livingston is a state of the art practice who are committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy, three contemporary theatre suites and specific kennels for cats, dogs and exotics. There is on site car parking and both upstairs and downstairs consulting rooms for ease of client accessibility.
The friendly, highly trained team can't wait to meet all of their clients.
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Services
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Emergency coverEven if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
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AcupunctureAcupuncture has evolved from the ancient art of placing needles into particular locations on the body in order to alleviate pain, improve recovery rates and increase resistance to disease. It has been practised by the Chinese and other Eastern cultures for thousands of years and may be used to treat a wide variety of illnesses in people and animals.
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BiochemistryAllows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
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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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DentistryThe treatment and prevention of dental disease
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EndoscopyEnables us to capture real-time images of internal organs and structures using an endoscope.
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Exotic PetCan see a range of patients, from small animals through to reptiles.
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Haematology – Blood testingAllows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
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Hospital WardSuite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
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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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Isolation UnitA special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
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Operating TheatreAn operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
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Separate Cat & Dog WardsSeparate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
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UltrasoundGenerates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
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X-RayGenerates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
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2b Hutchison Crossway
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EH14 1RR
Tel: Telephone: 0131 444 0990
Standard consultation fees start from £307.50