CONGLETON VETS - Key Persons
I started at CVC in 2017. Since being here I have developed an interest in dentistry and hope to someday undertake some further qualifications in this field. I enjoy all aspect of small animal medicine and surgery, and love building relationships with both pet and their owners.
Catherine is an RCVS and ECVS surgery specialist, with veterinary experience of over 20 years. Catherine has offered a visiting service to the Congleton Veterinary Centre for those patients with more complex needs since 2014. This presents an ideal situation as you can have your pet treated alongside the vets, nurses and reception staff you know and trust, with most patients able to return home for recuperation the same day. Catherine has expertise in clinical conditions from nose to tail and will very much tailor the treatment required to your pet. Everything is explained and discussed with Catherine and then you can decide if the treatment plan is indeed the right thing for you and your pet.
Catherine has always had a deep respect and love for all creatures, enjoys walking and observing wildlife and currently has two much loved pets, Percy the black and white cat and Lady Bird the Lurcher.
I graduated from the University of Bristol in 2016 and went straight into work in a mixed animal practice in Staffordshire - very James Herriot! I loved working with the variety of species, but found my interest was in small animal medicine and surgery, so I moved to CVC, in September 2017. I think my biggest skill is my ability to communicate well with my clients.
My free time has been taken over by DIY, as I have just finished building a house for myself which I've done alongside full-time work in the last 4 years. I have Dolly (my border terrier) and Dora (my cat) who live with me. I also spend my days off helping my parents run our family farm in Sutton.
Job Titles:
- Emily Knowles RVN Veterinary Nurse
- RVN Veterinary Nurse
- Veterinary Nurse
I started out veterinary nursing back in 1999. Qualifying in 2002. I have always worked locally and have not looked back since. I have worked at CVC since March 2013. I enjoy working here with a team that really enjoys what they do, this makes it a pleasure to work at Congleton Vets! I love all aspects of nursing, especially nurse clinics and have a keen interest in obesity clinics.
Surprisingly for a veterinary nurse, I don't have any animals of my own, I have 2 daughters who are afraid of animals! I therefore treat all the pets as my own when I see them here.
In my spare time, I am busy looking after my 2 active daughters! I enjoy watching reality shows and films, walking, and spending time with my family and friends.
Job Titles:
- Cert SAS MRCVS RCVS Recognised Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery
- Locum Referral Surgeon
Gareth qualified from Glasgow in 1995 and after a brief spell in mixed practice he focused on small animal practice working for the PDSA. With a high number of trauma cases, he developed an interest in surgery and studied for the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Certificate in Small Animal Surgery.
Returning to private practice in Essex, London and then in Cheshire, he gained the CertSAS in 2005. As a partner in a local Cheshire mixed practice, he developed and managed the small animal department as well as seeing a large number of surgical cases. In 2014 Gareth changed course to focus purely on surgical work, providing a surgical services to practices across the country.
In his spare time, he is a keen cyclist and also participates in duathlons. Naturally, Gareth has accumulated numerous pets, originating in the practices where he has worked, and currently has 2 dogs, Tetley & Millie, along with 3 cats, Beasley, Florence and Daisy.
Job Titles:
- Georgia Matthews Student Veterinary Nurse
- Student Veterinary Nurse
I started working at Congleton Vets in October 2019 as an Animal Nursing Assistant. I love working with such a lovely group of people and look forward to what the day brings. No day is the same, and that is something I love about this job.
I have a diploma in Animal Management from a previous course I completed at Reaseheath College, but have been interested in veterinary since I was little and enjoy broadening my knowledge every day. I have a particular interest in orthopaedics and enjoy learning about a variety of cases in my spare time.
At home I have a spoiled English Setter named Lacey and an ex racehorse named Fred. In my spare time I love to compete Fred at regular shows, and enjoy my time out of the house either with friends or family if the weather is nice!
Job Titles:
- Gill Jones RVN Veterinary Nurse
- RVN Veterinary Nurse
- Veterinary Nurse
I joined Congleton Veterinary Centre in July 2020 after spending sometime here as a locum nurse.
Job Titles:
- European Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
- Locum Referral Surgeon
Jerry graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1995 and spent the next twelve years in small animal/equine practice where in 2006 he gained the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Certificate in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging. In 2007 he returned to the University of Liverpool to undertake a residency in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and gained the European Diploma in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging in 2011.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Administrative Team
- Receptionist
- Administration Team
- Kathryn Grant Smith Receptionist
I started working at Congleton Veterinary Centre in July 2017. The contrast from the banking industry where I have spent the last 38 years to the veterinary ‘Animal Kingdom' is huge but immensely enjoyable. The team is so welcoming, fun, caring and dedicated in all that they do; and have made my career change a positive one.
I have a fabulous ‘Freddie' who is a Springer spaniel who's just turned one. I enjoy walking, keeping Freddie and myself fit, as well as Pilates. Having lived in various parts of the country I love visiting and catching up with friends and family. I always like to be ‘doing', not sitting still.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Administrative Team
- Receptionist
- Administration Team
- Lana Fox Receptionist
I have worked at CVC since the spring of 2018 and have never looked back! We really are like one big family; everyone is so passionate about animals and committed to our patients. I have always been obsessed with animals, so it's a dream job spending time with them every day and getting to know you and your little companions.
When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and I am the proud owner of two Staffies, Brad (who is a right character!) and my lovely girl Angie. In the past, we have had a myriad of house guests including an Iguana, Terrapin, Rats, Guinea Pigs and a Cat, my dream has always been to have a non-working farm full of animals, so watch this space!
Job Titles:
- Member of the Administrative Team
- Receptionist
- Marcia Singleton Receptionist
I joined Congleton Veterinary Centre in December 2021 as part of the reception team. Everyone has made me feel very welcome and we all get along so well already.
I have always wanted to work with animals, I love working on the reception and meeting all the lovely owners and pets!
Job Titles:
- Member of the Administrative Team
- Practice Manager
- Administration Team
- Melissa Sutton Practice Manager
I have always loved working with animals and have done so since leaving school, when I worked part-time at a boarding kennels. I then started working at a practice in Kidsgrove, going to college to do my first year in vet nursing, but found that I was happier as a receptionist. I was promoted to Head Receptionist during this job, and ended up staying for 10 years. After leaving, I decided on a career-break from the veterinary profession and worked at a private human hospital, but I missed the interaction with the animals.
I started working at CVC in August 2011, as a part-time receptionist. As the practice has grown I have taken on more of the administration roles in the office, and now work full-time as the Practice Administrator, of which I am very proud. (I do still creep out to reception on occasion, though, whenever the lovely Helen or Chloe are away!). I love working at CVC as we have such lovely clients and pets, as well as a lovely team to work with.
Job Titles:
- Michelle Ainsworth RVN Veterinary Nurse
- RVN Veterinary Nurse
- Veterinary Nurse
I have worked at Congleton Veterinary Centre since April 2017.
I enjoy working at CVC as everyone has made me feel part of the team and I have loved working with the team here so far. Working with a team who have the patients at heart makes for a wonderful place to work. I enjoy all aspects of my job but have further interests in behaviour and anaesthesia.
I have recently moved to Congleton with my family bringing with us a very spoilt cat Lenny or ‘Bobby' as he is affectionately known.
Job Titles:
- Nadine Brooks RVN Veterinary Nurse
- RVN Veterinary Nurse
- Veterinary Nurse
I joined Congleton Veterinary Centre in 2018. I started training as a Veterinary Nursing Assistant and worked my way up to becoming a Student Veterinary Nurse, and cannot wait to achieve and become a Registered Veterinary Nurse. I am currently in my final few months of my course and progressing onto my OSCES in September, I personally love meeting all of your lovely pets during my nursing consults.
I have a passion for small rodent exotics and would love to specialise in this as part of my career. I have three Jack Russell terriers and a Syrian hamster.
In my spare time I like walking my Jack Russell's, spending time with family, friends, and my hamster pumpkin.
Job Titles:
- Rachel Stec RVN Veterinary Nurse
- RVN Veterinary Nurse
- Veterinary Nurse
I recently joined the CVC team in October 2022. I started my nursing journey in 2018 when I obtained a place at Harper Adams University to study Veterinary Nursing with Small Animal rehabilitation, from which I graduated in September 2022 with a BSc(Hons). I have loved getting to meet so many wonderful clients and 4-legged friends over the past month, and look forward to meeting more of you.
I have a keen interest in mobility and rehabilitation and would love to progress this further. I have 3 dogs: a border collie, and 2 pug x cavalier King Charles spaniels (or Pugaliers).
In my spare time, I am interested in photography; my favourite subjects being landscapes, or 18 th Century gothic architecture. I have also recently started learning to crochet.
I joined Congleton Veterinary Centre in 2023 having qualified from the University of Liverpool in 2021. I enjoy all aspects of being a small animal vet, with a particular interest in internal medicine and also helping older patients with arthritis and chronic illnesses.
If you have any questions or concerns about the service you have received, then please do not hesitate to contact me, either in person or via email. My email address is struan.henderson@congletonvets.com.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Administrative Team
- Receptionist
- Susan Brown Receptionist
I started working at CVC in February 2016 and love being part of the reception team. I love meeting clients each day with their wonderful pets. We really are one big happy family here at CVC and we all share a love of animals.
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- Suzie Gregory BVM BVS MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon
- Veterinary Surgeon
I graduated from The University of Nottingham in 2017 and have worked in small animal practice ever since.
I joined CVC in 2021 and absolutely love working here. We are lucky to have an incredible team who genuinely do their best for every patient.