Dumbarton Vets for Pets

I graduated from Glasgow Vet School in 2007, and ever since have concentrated on small animal medicine and surgery. I enjoy all aspects of general practice, but I do have a special interest in surgery – both soft tissue and orthopaedics. I have worked across the UK, gaining experience in practices in both Scotland and England. My goal is to bring the discipline and best practices from these previous experiences to a warm and welcoming surgery delivering the highest standards of patient care. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my rescued pet - Minnie the Chihuahua. I am looking forward to providing the best quality care, and cannot wait to meet my new clients and their much loved pets!

Having grown up on a farm I have spent all my life surrounded by creatures great and small. Pursuing a career in veterinary medicine seemed natural, every day brings a different challenge and has kept me on my toes since graduating from Glasgow University in 2012. I started off in mixed practice before making a change to focus on the small animals only. I enjoy all aspects of veterinary medicine and have a keen interest and passion for surgery. Outside of work I enjoy an active lifestyle of running, rugby and squash, with the occasional ski and snowboarding trip over the winter. I have been welcomed into my new job at Vets4Pets Dumbarton by a great team of dedicated staff and look forward to meeting the new clients and helping look after their beloved pets.

I adored animals from an early age and knew I wanted to pursue a career with them in mind. I was delighted to fulfil this dream and graduate from Glasgow University Veterinary School in 2005. I have focussed on small animal first opinion practice since my graduation, including a period as an OOH emergency clinician. I enjoy all aspects of small animal practice but have a particular interest in surgery and emergency work. Additionally, I am trained and practice Veterinary acupuncture. When I am not working or spending time with my young family, I am an avid reader, a mediocre pianist and a semi-skilled baker. I joined the Vets4pets Dumbarton team in January 2019. I was quickly made to feel welcomed by staff and clients alike. It is really lovely to be part of such a close knit friendly team. I hope to be here for some time to come and look forward to meeting even more clients and caring for their beautiful pets.

I am originally from New Hampshire, USA, and after completing my first bachelor’s degree at home, I decided to move abroad and study veterinary medicine at Glasgow University. I graduated in 2018 and made the choice to continue my adventure in Scotland. I have worked in small animal practice for the last three years and hope to continue! I love the new and challenging cases that walk through the door every day and am particularly interested in soft tissue surgery. In my free time I enjoy cooking and baking, spending time with family and friends, visiting local coffee shops, and exploring Scotland!

Originally from California, I made the choice to move abroad to Scotland to pursue veterinary medicine at the University of Glasgow. After graduating in 2020, I worked as a mixed practice vet in Ayrshire for a few years. I then felt it was time to change focus and further my skills as a small animal vet. I’m excited to provide an excellent standard of care within the Vets4Pets family and develop my interests, especially surgery. Outside of work I enjoy hill walks, reading, baking, and spending time with my Labrador (Orzo) and moggie (Tuna).

My name is Melanie I joined the Vets4Pets family in August 2022. Originally from California, I came to Scotland to train at the University of Glasgow. Once here I fell in love with Scotland and decided to make it home. My special interests include surgery and working with exotic species. I share my home with my wife, two cheeky dogs and two perfect rescue cats. When I’m not working I enjoy running, painting and gardening.

Hi, I'm Sophie and I joined the Vets For Pets team in September 2024 after qualifying from the University of Glasgow. Local to the area, I participated in school work experience at the practice from a young age as well as student placement and with the support of such an incredible team, I was delighted to accept my first job here as a Vet. I love meeting every client and their pets and I am dedicated to providing the best standard of care to all. I am always intrigued by every new case that walks through the door from new puppies or kittens, exotics to emergency cases. I'm so excited to see where this fascinating career will take me. Outside of work, I love baking, travelling, spending time with family and friends and adventuring up the hills with my Border Collie, Poppy!

I have always had a keen interest in animals from a very young age. When I left school I worked with clydesdale horses and highland cattle. I then went on to complete a course on animal care at Oatridge College, while attending college I volunteered at a local community farm. I have worked in Vets4Pets Dumbarton since we opened our doors in 2014, my role within the practice was Veterinary Care Assistant, I then carried out extensive training to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse which has lead me to my position of Head Veterinary Nurse. I am very lucky to work with a great team within a job that I love! Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband and my daughter, our favourite thing to do is go on long walks and adventures with our wee dog Archie.   

I have always worked with animals in some sort since leaving school. I went to college to study animal care when I left school, then I worked in a boarding kennels and cattery for just over two years and then into a veterinary practice for the past three and a half years. I graduated from college in Edinburgh in 2018. I love working with animals! I have a terrapin, fish and a sweet little cat called Norma.

I started at Vets4Pets Dumbarton in May 2016 when I was on placement as a student veterinary nurse. I then took on the role as one of the weekend receptionists in October 2016 whilst continuing my placement work. I graduated from Edinburgh Napier University in June 2018 as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. At home I have a labradoodle called Nova and a cat called Oliver who are lots of fun. I enjoy meeting all of our clients and their lovely pets and I am really lucky to be able to do a job that I love in a great practice.

I have been working with the practice since 2017 when I started as a student on placement, I am looking forward to continuing my career here as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. I particularly enjoy carrying out nurse consults as it lets me get to know our patients, as well as, our lovely clients. I loved studying at SRUC Barony and at Edinburgh Napier Universities as I gained experience with many different animals. From dairy cows, to hedgehogs and everything in between. In my spare time, I like Munro bagging and running with my cocker spaniel Frankie.   

I started studying veterinary nursing at SRUC Barony in 2018, spending 2 years in Dumfries, and joined the Vets4pets Dumbarton team in August 2020 to complete my final year student placement. I was then lucky enough to be offered a job here, and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in August 2021. I have wanted to work with animals for as long as I can remember, and I really like how every day in this job is different. At home, I have 2 cats of my own called Magic and Loki, who love to play and cause chaos! I also have a guinea pig called Biscuit. He is an older boy who I rescued and is living out a nice chilled retirement! In my spare time, I like to go horse riding and spend time with friends and family. I am excited to continue working with such a great team and to meet all of your pets! 

Hi, I’m Terri, one of the veterinary care assistants at the practice and also a Zoology student at the University of Glasgow. I have been here since June 2021 and absolutely love caring for the animals and working with the amazing team here! In my spare time I exercise my dog King and upkeep his training along with volunteering at the Riding for Disabled Association. I look forward to continuing my progression working with animals and seeing what the future holds.

I have been working with Vets4Pets Dumbarton since June 2021 as a Veterinary care assistant which I love as I get to meet all of your lovely pets and support an amazing veterinary team. I have always wanted to work with animals and have been lucky to volunteer looking after horses at a local horse riding school in the past. In my spare time I am a Shotokan Karate Instructor and love to go hill walking with my Husky Loki.

I joined the Dumbarton Vets For Pets team in June 2021. I joined as a member of the reception team, carried out veterinary care assistant training and have recently progressed into the customer service manager role. I absolutely love welcoming and meeting everyone's pets - is it my favourite part of the job! At home, I have a Pomeranian named Freddy, who loves to cause mischief whenever he can. In my spare time, I enjoy long walks at the beach with Freddy and my partner James. I also love going out for food with my friends and watching movies. 

I have recently joined the Dumbarton team as a VCA and love working with such an amazing and caring group! I have always had an interest in animals and have won many awards with the Riding for the Disabled. At home, I have a wee dog called Lola who I love to go hill walks with in Loch Lomond. I also love travelling and going to different cities to explore. In my future I'm hoping to train to be part of our fab nursing gals! Can't wait to meet all of your pets.

Having been a client here for many years it is lovely to now be at the other side of the desk. I have a varied working background, latterly being reception work. 

I love all animals and have 2 rescue dogs and a very mischievous Corgi pup plus 8 cats.

I am looking forward to meeting all of our lovely clients and their amazing pets and making your visit as stress free for you both as possible.