About Us

I am a NZ Citizen born South African. My career kicked off in the veterinary field in 2002. I started my own business with a focus on Large Animal Reproduction and preventative care to ensure maximum yield for my clients. I worked across borders in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. In 2011 I decided to take a break from my private practice and signed up with Zoetis Animal Health as Technical and Marketing Manager. (With part time Locum work as a Small Animal Vet for private practice.) My focus was teaching CPD's to vets and training new graduate vet students around new products and development in the veterinary field. I was also involved with research and the registration of new veterinary products. And helped out as external examiner for a few years at Onderstepoort. During this time our first child was born, and we decided to make a move to NZ in 2014. I was then contracted to MPI for 6 months and took up a position with MSD Animal Health. During this time our second child came along. I started to miss private practice and decided to return and open a practice in West Melton October 2017. I have a special interest in animal reproduction. And I enjoy working with difficult clinical cases. I hold a Diploma in Veterinary Technology (SA), a Post Graduate Diploma in Livestock Health and Production (UK), and a Degree in Veterinary Sciences (SA)

I was born and raised in Namibia, but are now a NZ citizen. I hold a BCompt in accountancy from South Africa. But has also completed a Graduate Diploma in Accounting NZ. I make sure the Vet Centre staff get paid on time; all our creditors are being kept happy; and that the books are being kept up to date for the IRD, bi-monthly and yearly financial statements. I do work for a few different companies as accountant, in my private capacity. In my spare time I also coach CrossFit and is an eager weightlifter.

Hi, I am Rachael and I’m one of the veterinarians at WMVC. I live on a lifestyle block with my husband Ed, children; Clark Quinn, and Avery and our 5 dogs. I enjoy working at West Melton due to our enthusiastic and empathic team as well as the wide range of friendly clients, and interesting cases. In my spare time I love training dogs, so typically you can find me with my family competing with our dogs in dog sport such as agility, scentwork, or tracking or we may be just out enjoying walking them at the river. I look forward to meeting you and your pet next time you visit the clinic.

Hello! My name is Jessica, and I am one of the vets here at West Melton Vet Centre. I was born and raised on Auckland's North Shore, before moving down to Palmerston North for vet school. I qualified from Massey University in 2023 and was lucky enough to join the wonderful team here earlier this year. When not at work, I enjoy playing the piano, (re-)watching my favourite Disney films, spending time with my partner and friends, and finding (and trying!) the tastiest eateries that Christchurch has to offer. I look forward to meeting you and your furbabies the next time you come to visit!

Hello my name is Sarah. I have lived in West Melton since I was 6yrs old and have watched the community grow to what is is today. Growing up on our small farm with our dogs, cats, sheep, horses and chickens taught me love and respect for all types of animals from a very young age. I graduated as a veterinary nurse in 2011 and have been at the West Melton Vet Centre since 2018. I really enjoy the challenges and rewards the role brings. I believe pets are not just pets they are part of our families and integrate themselves into our lives in special ways. I look forward to seeing you and your fur babies in the clinic.

Hello my name is Danielle I currently live in Rolleston with my partner and two cats, but i grew up in Christchurch and also Akaroa! In May 2023 i joined the team at West Melton Vet and realised how amazing of a team everyone is! I graduated with my Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in June 2022. I enjoy all aspects of the job, however i have interests in hospitalisation and surgery, as well as anything to do with cats! I have always loved animals growing up and i currently have two tabby cats of my own named Titen and Phoebe. In my spare time i enjoy going on walks/hikes, working out at the gym, baking and spending time with friends/family. I have enjoyed meeting some of West Melton Vets lovely clients and their pets so far and look forward to meeting more throughout the year.

I am a long-term local to West Melton, having spent much of my adolescence here. I now have the privilege to raise my family in the area. I have two dogs and a cat all having come to my care in varying states of disrepair. They can be considered “foster fails” as I fell in love with each too much to rehome them. I hold a Diploma in Vet Nursing and enjoy all aspects of the role. I have a soft spot for geriatrics and for small dogs, although I’m not biased and will give love to all the fur friends!

I am a Vet Nurse here at West Melton Vet Centre. I am currently studying towards my diploma and hope to finish this in 2024. I grew up in Christchurch but also lived a healthy student lifestyle in Dunedin for a few years prior to working here. I have 2 family dogs, Tank the Cane Corso and Arya the Staffy Cross. I really enjoy working as a Vet Nurse and am constantly learning new things. I have a special love for all the big dogs of the world but love all fur babies! In my spare time I like to travel and spend time with friends and family.

Hiya, I'm Leitesha, one of the vet nurses at West Melton Vet Centre. A long time passion for animals has led me to graduate with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in March 2024. I feel privileged to be a part of such a dedicated team and to care for our amazing furry friends in the community. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, travelling, going to the gym and fostering orphaned kittens. Looking forward to meeting you and your pets soon!

I’m one of the Vet Nurses here at West Melton Vet Centre, I graduated my Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in 2022 and have been working at West Melton Vet Centre Since 2020. I grew up on a lifestyle block in West Melton and have always had a passion for all animals, having had many pets of my own. My dog Kora is a crazy, energetic blue heeler who keeps me busy, I have two rabbits Basil and Juniper, two pet mice Vanellope von Schweetz and Sofia the First and some pet chickens. In my spare time I enjoy travelling, baking, training Kora in agility and teaching her new tricks.