Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Rolleston Veterinary Services in Rolleston! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Please call us at (03) 347 9682 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!
I have been a practicing veterinarian for over 20 years now. Although having been practically exposed to virtually all areas of veterinary clinical practice during my early career, my interests rapidly became narrowed. I have a passion for surgical diseases and treatment and throughout my career have amassed specific skills in more advanced surgical treatments and diagnostics associated with surgical diseases. I have always held a specific interest in equine medicine and surgery of sport and pleasure horses and would like to re-enact this interest in the near future. My particular species of interest are cats, dogs and horses. I hold administrative and clinical roles with Equestrian Sport New Zealand with a portfolio in the Endurance discipline. I love my job and am extremely passionate about it. There is nothing else that I would rather be doing with my life other than being a clinical veterinarian. This job challenges me and provokes me into self-improvement every day of my working life. I enjoy getting off the beaten track into the Third World and attempt to do this annually, usually involving wildlife within these adventures. I enjoy tramping and outdoors and wilderness within New Zealand, although more recently this has meant day trips! I still harbour fictitious dreams of re-invoking the adventure ski demon I was in my youth! I enjoy classical and jazz music, art and theatre also.
Sarah – Practice Manager
I grew up in Nelson & Marlborough regions, via three years in Melbourne, shifting to Christchurch in March of this year. My move brought me to Rolleston and Rolleston Veterinary Services as their Practice Manager. My love of the outdoors, means I regularly hike, jog, bike and gym, while seeing what this region has to offer. Animals of all kinds I love, I am the owner of a cat & two gorgeous adopted dogs, who love the water and hiking, the interaction and the cuddles from the animals in the vets fills my cup with happiness. It is a wonderful place to work with amazing, caring staff.
Tash – Nurse
Hi! I’m Natasha, I’m a 26 year old animal lover with two adorable dogs, Opie and Remi and two cats, Chilli and Shadow. Chilli was brought into the clinic as a tiny little stray and now lives with me! I have just started working as a vet nurse here at Rolleston Vets and I’m excited to begin studying in the field next year! I look forward to meeting you all and caring for your pets.
Georgie – Nurse
Hi, I’m Georgie! Originally from the UK, I’ve been in New Zealand for 2 years and part of the RVS team since February 2024. I adore my job, I love the team and working with animals. There’s never a day where I don’t learn something new. Outside of work you’ll find me hiking or sat with a good book and a cup of tea!
Abbey – Nurse
Hi, I’m Abbey! I have been working at RVS for 3 years now. I started as a student and gained my Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in 2023. I love my job and couldn’t imagine doing anything else! Through the highs and lows the team here make it such a fun place to work. I have two black cats, Wally and Summer and I also foster cats as well. In my spare time I like getting outside and spending time with my husband and our two sons.
Abbie – Receptionist
Hi, I’m Abbie! You’ll often find me at reception, where I’m always happy to help. Originally from the rural Yorkshire coast in northern England, I’ve been calling New Zealand home for the past year or so. With my love for the countryside and animals, it’s no surprise that my heart is happiest when I’m surrounded by nature. I’ve been part of the RVS team since April and I can honestly say I absolutely love my role!
Sarah’s dogs – Poppy and Finn
Karen’s dog – Tawny
Tash’s dogs – Remi and Opie
Georgie and Mushu
Abbey’s cats – Wally and Summer
