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Meet the team



Christopher Berkett
Practice Owner and Head Veterinary Surgeon. Cat Friendly Clinic Advocate
MRCVS
Growing up with pet Labradors and a love for the African bush and wildlife conservation, I was always destined to find a career working with animals. I graduated from Bristol University in 2015 and, after working in South Africa as a wildlife vet for several months, have been part of the wonderful Richmond team since early 2016. I have a keen interest in working up medical cases in house and am looking to further my knowledge and skills in orthopaedic surgery and ultrasonography in the near future.
Outside of work nothing beats grabbing a coffee and going for a walk with my fiancée, and I love keeping fit, catching up with friends and family, and playing and captaining my local cricket team in the summer.

Alexandra Chester
Veterinary Surgeon
MRCVS

I graduated from Bristol University in 2024 and after taking a short break, began my time working as a Vet in January. Having grown up and lived in South West London, Richmond Vets4Pets arose as the perfect place to start my career.
Although thoroughly enjoying all aspects of Vetetinary Medicine, I have always held a particular interest in surgery and making use of in house diagnostics. I eventually aim to gain additional qualification in small animal surgery, though first look forward to building my foundations as a first opinion Vet.
Outside of work I love to travel, including seeing my family in Sweden. I also enjoy playing and watching almost any sport, though most often one of football, golf or climbing.

I qualified as a veterinary nurse in September 2012. I took a break to raise my son and have pretty much been working at Vets4pets since 2016. I have a keen interest in companion animal behaviour as well as pain management. I have a cat called Morris and a Cavalier King Charles called Humphrey. In my spare time I like to keep fit, spend time with friends and shop.

I am a strong believer that everything in life happens for a reason. After being unable to work for almost 10 years due to illness I took it as a sign when a precious gift entered my life in the form of a bonkers Staffordshire bull terrier called Murdock. When Murdock was 2 years old he was diagnosed with idiopathic epilepsy. I discovered whilst caring for him over the 8 years he was with me that I wanted to help other animals. I joined Vets4Pets Richmond in 2015 as a receptionist and was inspired by the incredible nursing team to train as a veterinary nurse. I studied for 3 years at MYF College and worked every day as an apprentice until in 2021 my dream was realised and I graduated as a fully qualified RVN. As a type 1 diabetic I am keen to gain more understanding of supportive nutrition and develop my skills nursing endocrine patients. I am truly grateful and proud to be a member of the team at Vets4Pets Richmond.

I began working at Vets4Pets in 2018 as a receptionist. After a couple of years I began to show an interest in more of the clinical side of things so in 2023 I began training as a VCA and qualified in 2025. I am now training as a student veterinary nurse and I hope to one day qualify as a registered RVN. My family have 6 Chihuahua’s who regularly make appearances here at work.

Claire Thornley
Veterinary Nurse
RVN

I began my journey in animal care as a Primate Carer at a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. This is where I first crossed paths with a Veterinary Nurse — and that’s when it clicked that this was what I wanted to do. I joined Medivet in 2020 and went on to qualify as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in November 2023. I have a passion for anaesthesia and love getting involved with veterinary volunteering wherever I can.
So far I’ve assisted in a street dog neutering project in Indonesia, a penguin rehabilitation centre in South Africa, a cat shelter in Japan and participated in outreach work on a small Caribbean island.
I have a Spanish Water Dog named Freddy, two mischievous cats, Molly and Noodle, and a tortoise called Flo!

I have been working here at Vets4Pets Richmond since it opened in February 2015. I started out as a veterinary receptionist and then was given the opportunity to be trained as veterinary care assistant and gained my VCA qualification through the College of Animal Welfare. After this I had the honour of being asked to become the Practice Manager.
I am the proud owner of a gorgeous black and white cat named Heisenberg. She has a bit of a reputation as a sassy cat and is not afraid to let you know if she isn’t your biggest fan but I wouldn’t change her for the world! If I had the room (and Heisenberg would allow it) I would have a lot more animals.

I started working at Richmond Vets4pets in August 2021 after finishing college in June where I studied animal care for 3 years. I have always had a passion for animals and now I am in the line of work where I get to see animals daily (and say hello when possible) and see all the treatment that goes on for them. I am hoping in the future to start studying and eventually become a nurse.
I have always grew up with animals around me and now have my own dog called Bella ( who is a Staffordshire bull terrier cross mastiff) who comes to work with me to see everyone when we have space. Bella is a very loving dog and LOVES her treats.


- To provide our patients with compassionate care and excellent clinical decision making to ensure they get the medical/surgical attention they require
- To provide our clients with support, understanding and empathy
- To provide our team with a happy and supportive working environment where they can develop their skills to fulfil their career aspirations
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Services
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Emergency coverEven if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
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Airway SurgeryAirway Surgery
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BiochemistryAllows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
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Dental X-RayUnlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
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DentistryThe treatment and prevention of dental disease
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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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Pet Passport / Animal Health CertificateTrained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
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Separate Cat & Dog Waiting AreasSeparate cat and dog waiting areas, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
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Separated Dog & Cat Wards and Isolation UnitsSeparate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
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X-Ray & UltrasoundX-Ray & Ultrasound
Our practice prices
We are a locally owned practice and review our prices regularly to ensure we offer our clients the best value for money.
Our team are always happy to discuss pricing and treatment options and provide estimates in advance of any treatment for your pet. Please see below for the prices of our most frequently used services and treatments.
Appointment | Price |
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Vet Consultation | £55.00 |
Microchipping | £30.00 |
Written prescription fee | From £20.00 |
Nurse Consultation | From £30.00 |
Annual booster vaccination | £70.00 |
Kennel Cough | £55.00 |
Puppy full vaccination course | £120.00 |
Spay (Female Dog) | From £360.00 |
Castration (Male Dog) | From £310.00 |
Better for your pet, better for your pocketOur Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet. Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details |
Appointment | Price |
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Vet Consultation | £55.00 |
Microchipping | £30.00 |
Written prescription fee | From £20.00 |
Nurse Consultation | From £30.00 |
Annual booster vaccination | £70.00 |
Kitten full vaccination course | £120.00 |
Spay (Female Cat) | £165.00 |
Castration (Male Cat) | £125.00 |
Better for your pet, better for your pocketOur Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet. Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details |
Appointment | Price |
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Vet Consultation | £55.00 |
Microchipping | £30.00 |
Written prescription fee | From £20.00 |
Nurse Consultation | From £30.00 |
Vaccination (Rabbit) | £75.00 |
Castration (Male Rabbit) | From £140.00 |
Spay (Female Rabbit) | £180.00 |
Better for your pet, better for your pocketOur Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet. Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details |
Terms and Conditions
For further information on our pricing and details of what each appointment/treatment includes please contact the practice.
All Prices include VAT and are subject to change.
*1 General policy of this practice is to re-examine an animal on a regular basis. Our team will discuss the most appropriate re-examination frequency with you.
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Out of hours
171 Lower Mortlake Road
London
SW14 7HX
Tel: Telephone: 020 8878 6080
Standard Consultation starts from £209