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We are a well-established veterinary clinic located in Dairy Flat and a pillar in the local community.
Our veterinarians all have different special interest areas and expertise so that all of your animal needs are covered, from cats and dogs to horses, cattle and sheep. Our veterinary team consists of Goran, Jemma ,Saffron and Kimberley.
The nursing and support staff include Karyn, Lee, Caitlin, Gretchen and Melissa. The whole team are very knowledgeable and willing and eager to provide advice on any aspect of pet care or farming.
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Graduated from Glasgow Veterinary School in Scotland and worked in equine and small animal practice in the UK for 10 years before emigrating to New Zealand with her partner in 2009. She worked in both emergency clinics in Auckland and for Veterinary Hospital Group in the Parkhill branch for 6 years before a short career break having her daughter. Susan returned to work in emergency out of hours work and then rejoined the Veterinary Hospital Group as Northern Clinical Director in January 2023. You may come across her working in any of the northern branches.
Kimberley graduated from Massey University in 2022. She has had a varied career so far, including spending time in the Navy as an Engineer. Kimberley splits her time between the Hobsonville Clinic, caring for animals of all shapes and sizes. If you’re lucky you might see her dog Ritchie, an English springer spaniel, wandering around the clinic looking for pats!
Saffron graduated from the University of Surrey in the UK in 2021. After graduating she completed a 6 month equine hospital internship followed by a 12 month mixed ambulatory and hospital equine internship. She has now immigrated to New Zealand and joined the Dairy Flat team and is a mixed vet here. In her spare time she enjoys playing squash, running and tramping through New Zealand' countryside
Jemma graduated from Liverpool Veterinary School in the UK in 2006 and emigrated to New Zealand with her family in 2015. Jemma is our senior small animal vet (although she loves cuddles with kids and lambs too) at the Dairy Flat Branch.
Karyn is one of our longest standing members of staff, she is both nurse and office manager and terrifyingly efficient with it! Karyn's prowess at raising Ag day lambs and calves is legendary, and in what little free time is left she is usually found at horse events up and down the country supporting her daughter.
Lee grew up on a farm in Auckland where her love of animals was apparent from a young age. She grew up with a range of different animals to care for from dogs and cats to horses. After finishing school she went to study at Unitec where she completed a Diploma in Vet Nursing. Since starting with us in June 2016 she has moved to the area and is loving it. Outside of work she enjoys running, yoga, getting outdoors and cooking.
Caitlin graduated from unitec at the end of 2021 with a diploma in vet nursing. She has always been passionate about animals since a very young age. She lives locally with her cat Blair.
Gretchen graduated from Unitec in 2018 with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. After a career in the thoroughbred breeding industry, Gretchen decided to study vet nursing later in life. She has a special interest in medicine and is excited to continue to build her knowledge in the nursing care of all animals small and large. In her spare time, you will find Gretchen swimming, diving and reading. She has two cats called Edward and Bertie.
Maria came to vet nursing later in life. She graduated with the Diploma of Veterinary Nursing from Unitec in 2022. She is interested in and enjoys all aspects of nursing. Outside of work, she enjoys music, reading and the outdoors.
We’re happy to have Monica back with the Dairy Flat team as Assistant Manager, having rejoined us at the start of 2025. With her previous experience, Monica is looking forward to reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new clients along the way. When she's not at work, Monica enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and indulging in some creative crafting. We’re excited to have her back and look forward to the positive energy she brings to the team.
Lauren has recently joined Dairy Flat Vet Clinic as the Practice Manager. She brings a wealth of experience in both management and nursing, with a strong background in the care of both small and large animals. Outside of work, Lauren is deeply involved in managing her beef farm, supporting her family business, and spending quality time outdoors with her husband and their 4-year-old son. She is also passionate about horseback riding and leads a balanced, active lifestyle.
Amber graduated in 2012 with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and Certificate in Animal Management (Captive Wild Animals). She has worked in small animal practices and in specialist/emergency, and most recently has had time off raising her two young daughters. Amber enjoys many aspects of vet nursing from emergency to nurse consults and client care. She has a special interest in wildlife medicine and conservation. She joined the Dairy Flat team in 2024 and is enjoying the new challenge of large animal medicine! Amber lives in Whangaparaoa with her husband and their two young daughters.
