Welcome to Village Vets
The Friendliest Vet Practice, In Your Area
At Village Vets, we pride ourselves on being the most friendly and dedicated veterinary practice in your area.
Meet Kate and Howard the heart and soul of Village Vets
Our commitment to maintaining an independent, family-run business ensures that every pet and owner receives personalised and compassionate care.
We believe in treating every pet as a member of our own family, ensuring they receive the best possible care in a warm and welcoming environment.
Meet TeamPawsome
Our team at Village Vets is composed of passionate, skilled, and caring professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care.
Here’s a glimpse into the lives of our wonderful team members:
Kate and Howard
Kate
Kate
Kate first came to work at Village Vets in 2010 and took over the practice from Mrs Usher in 2012. With a vision to develop the services and build on the already excellent care provided she has worked since then to build the practice from a small team of 4 to a thriving team of 28, now across 2 sites.
Kate is passionate about maintaining an independent business to provide the best service possible to pets and their owners.
Outside of Village Vets, Kate is keen to help drive a thriving veterinary profession. She volunteers as Regional Representative for the British Veterinary Association and sits on the board for the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons. She also speaks regularly at veterinary conferences, on veterinary business management topics including embracing technology, developing preventative health plans and driving positive workplace culture.
At home she’s kept busy by two lively young children, Norman the Labrador, 3 cats, a tortoise and several chickens
Kate first came to work at Village Vets in 2010 and took over the practice from Mrs Usher in 2012. With a vision to develop the services and build on the already excellent care provided she has worked since then to build the practice from a small team of 4 to a thriving team of 28, now across 2 sites.
Kate is passionate about maintaining an independent business to provide the best service possible to pets and their owners.
Outside of Village Vets, Kate is keen to help drive a thriving veterinary profession. She volunteers as Regional Representative for the British Veterinary Association and sits on the board for the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons. She also speaks regularly at veterinary conferences, on veterinary business management topics including embracing technology, developing preventative health plans and driving positive workplace culture.
At home she’s kept busy by two lively young children, Norman the Labrador, 3 cats, a tortoise and several chickens
Howard
Howard
Howard has been co-owner of Village Vets with Kate since 2011, bringing his skills from 15 years as an NHS pharmacist and experience in healthcare tech. Five years ago, he joined the practice full-time, managing systems, finances, HR, technology, and social media—everything behind the scenes that keeps Team Pawsome thriving.
A proud supporter of independent businesses, Howard loves Village Vets’ deep roots in the Formby and Crosby communities.
In his free time, he enjoys golf, badminton, and reading, and stays busy as a “child taxi” for his kids, Sebastian and Claudia. His home is filled with pets: a dog (Norman), three cats, a tortoise (Rus), and several chickens with quirky names.
Howard has been co-owner of Village Vets with Kate since 2011, bringing his skills from 15 years as an NHS pharmacist and experience in healthcare tech. Five years ago, he joined the practice full-time, managing systems, finances, HR, technology, and social media—everything behind the scenes that keeps Team Pawsome thriving.
A proud supporter of independent businesses, Howard loves Village Vets’ deep roots in the Formby and Crosby communities.
In his free time, he enjoys golf, badminton, and reading, and stays busy as a “child taxi” for his kids, Sebastian and Claudia. His home is filled with pets: a dog (Norman), three cats, a tortoise (Rus), and several chickens with quirky names.
Our Vets
Helen
Helen
Helen grew up in Hightown and completed her degree in veterinary science at the University of Liverpool. She joined Village Vets in January 2017 and is the Senior Vet at our Formby practice. Helen is particularly interested in small animal medicine and enjoys spending time with her horses, Rusty and Murty, and her cat, Scout.
Helen grew up in Hightown and completed her degree in veterinary science at the University of Liverpool. She joined Village Vets in January 2017 and is the Senior Vet at our Formby practice. Helen is particularly interested in small animal medicine and enjoys spending time with her horses, Rusty and Murty, and her cat, Scout.
Bronagh
Bronagh
Bronagh joined Village Vets as a locum in November 2020 and has been with us ever since! She enjoys the variety of being a GP Vet and getting to know our wonderful clients and their pets.
Originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Bronagh studied in Dublin and began her career as a mixed vet. She then moved to Liverpool to work in a small animal hospital over five years ago. Passionate about surgery, she is currently pursuing further qualifications in the field.
Outside of work, Bronagh loves being outdoors, whether riding horses, hiking, or kayaking with her partner and their dog, Rocket.
Bronagh joined Village Vets as a locum in November 2020 and has been with us ever since! She enjoys the variety of being a GP Vet and getting to know our wonderful clients and their pets.
Originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Bronagh studied in Dublin and began her career as a mixed vet. She then moved to Liverpool to work in a small animal hospital over five years ago. Passionate about surgery, she is currently pursuing further qualifications in the field.
Outside of work, Bronagh loves being outdoors, whether riding horses, hiking, or kayaking with her partner and their dog, Rocket.
Ben
Ben
Ben is from Liverpool and has been working with us since May 2022.
He studied Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh and graduated in 2019. He moved back to Liverpool shortly afterwards to start work close to home.
Ben has a keen interest in small animal diagnostic imaging and soft tissue surgery. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking and camping with his partner and their dog Sydney.
Ben is from Liverpool and has been working with us since May 2022.
He studied Veterinary Medicine at the University of Edinburgh and graduated in 2019. He moved back to Liverpool shortly afterwards to start work close to home.
Ben has a keen interest in small animal diagnostic imaging and soft tissue surgery. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking and camping with his partner and their dog Sydney.
Cristina
Cristina
Cristina lives in Liverpool with her partner and three pets: “Tek” the one-eyed wonder dog, “Spot” the French Bulldog, and “Tallulah” the tortoiseshell kitty. Cristina is passionate about dermatology and enjoys walking her dogs, discovering new places, travelling, and dancing in her spare time.
Cristina lives in Liverpool with her partner and three pets: “Tek” the one-eyed wonder dog, “Spot” the French Bulldog, and “Tallulah” the tortoiseshell kitty. Cristina is passionate about dermatology and enjoys walking her dogs, discovering new places, travelling, and dancing in her spare time.
Esther
Esther
Esther joined Village Vets as a part-time vet in January 2023, focusing mainly on dentistry (with some puppy cuddles, too!). When not at the clinic, she works as an Export Vet, assisting companies with product exports.
Graduating in Spain in 2008, Esther has always worked with small animals and moved to the UK in 2012. She lives in Wallasey with her husband and two kids and loves going on holidays. In her free time, she enjoys creating macrame pieces like jewellery and plant hangers.
Esther joined Village Vets as a part-time vet in January 2023, focusing mainly on dentistry (with some puppy cuddles, too!). When not at the clinic, she works as an Export Vet, assisting companies with product exports.
Graduating in Spain in 2008, Esther has always worked with small animals and moved to the UK in 2012. She lives in Wallasey with her husband and two kids and loves going on holidays. In her free time, she enjoys creating macrame pieces like jewellery and plant hangers.
Gaynor
Gaynor
Gaynor has worked for Village Vets since 2023 She is 6 years qualified and lives locally. At home she has 2 cats, loves to garden and is excellent at crocheting and quilting.
Gaynor has worked for Village Vets since 2023 She is 6 years qualified and lives locally. At home she has 2 cats, loves to garden and is excellent at crocheting and quilting.
Ewan
Ewan
Ewan qualified as a Veterinary Surgeon in 1982 and has been working regularly part-time for us for several years. He also has a dog called Cupcake and a cat called Pumpkin. He loves nothing more than spoiling his colleague with cake!!
Ewan qualified as a Veterinary Surgeon in 1982 and has been working regularly part-time for us for several years. He also has a dog called Cupcake and a cat called Pumpkin. He loves nothing more than spoiling his colleagues with cake!!
Our Nurses
Roxi
Roxi
Roxi joined Village Vets in November 2018. She started nursing in 2006 and has been qualified for 13 years. She has spent some time out of practice lecturing vet nursing students. In practice, Roxi loves surgical nursing and has a keen interest in feline nursing. Out of work, Roxi lives with her 2 cats and a bearded dragon. She enjoys travelling and attending concerts and festivals.
Roxi joined Village Vets in November 2018. She started nursing in 2006 and has been qualified for 13 years. She has spent some time out of practice lecturing vet nursing students. In practice, Roxi loves surgical nursing and has a keen interest in feline nursing. Out of work, Roxi lives with her 2 cats and a bearded dragon. She enjoys travelling and attending concerts and festivals.
Sharon
Sharon
Sharon has been a dedicated veterinary nurse for many years and joined our practice in 2012. She has a special interest in behavioural medicine and also works as a dog trainer, handling behaviour referrals within our clinic.
At home, Sharon has a lively household with a German Shepherd named Leroi, and a Sheltie named Wilf—along with a cat, Louis, and a tortoise named Momo.
Sharon has been a dedicated veterinary nurse for many years and joined our practice in 2012. She has a special interest in behavioural medicine and also works as a dog trainer, handling behaviour referrals within our clinic.
At home, Sharon has a lively household with a German Shepherd named Leroi, and a Sheltie named Wilf—along with a cat, Louis, and a tortoise named Momo.
Jane
Jane
Jane is a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) who joined the practice in 2017 after completing some of her studies here in 2016. She previously had a career in the Ministry of Defence before deciding to follow her heart to become an RVN. Outside of work she enjoys going to music festivals and eating Thai food. Jane has a pet snake called Malika and rescue dog named Dexter.
Jane is a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) who joined the practice in 2017 after completing some of her studies here in 2016. She previously had a career in the Ministry of Defence before deciding to follow her heart to become an RVN. Outside of work she enjoys going to music festivals and eating Thai food. Jane has a pet snake called Malika and rescue dog named Dexter.
Claire
Claire
Claire has been with Village Vets since 2017, completing her FDSC and BSC Honours from Myerscough College. She loves being involved in dental procedures and running nurse clinics. In her free time, Claire enjoys spending time with her family and dog training. She hopes her dog, Shelly, can become a therapy dog. She also has a Conure Parrot named Sally and a tortoise named Dora.
Claire has been with Village Vets since 2017, completing her FDSC and BSC Honours from Myerscough College. She loves being involved in dental procedures and running nurse clinics. In her free time, Claire enjoys spending time with her family and dog training. She hopes her dog, Shelly, can become a therapy dog. She also has a Conure Parrot named Sally and a tortoise named Dora.
Vicky
Vicky
Vicky qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2000 and has worked in first opinion small animal practice ever since. She joined Village vets in 2021 and has absolutely
Vicky enjoys meeting our lovely patients and their owners , and getting to know them individually through each stage of their lives. Being a veterinary nurse is a very diverse role and no two days are the same! I really enjoy laparoscopic surgery , lab work and a fun nurse clinic day! My special interests are palliative and end of life care
Vicky qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2000 and has worked in first opinion small animal practice ever since. She joined Village vets in 2021 and has absolutely
Vicky enjoys meeting our lovely patients and their owners , and getting to know them individually through each stage of their lives. Being a veterinary nurse is a very diverse role and no two days are the same! I really enjoy laparoscopic surgery , lab work and a fun nurse clinic day! My special interests are palliative and end of life care
Sarah
Sarah
Sarah has been with our practice for four years, spending two of those years training as a student. She studied Veterinary Nursing at Myerscough College, graduating in 2021.
Sarah has a keen interest in anesthesia and surgical procedures and recently learned suturing techniques, which she now applies in the practice.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys digital art and music. She is also a proud pet parent to Eddie and Honey.
Sarah has been with our practice for four years, spending two of those years training as a student. She studied Veterinary Nursing at Myerscough College, graduating in 2021.
Sarah has a keen interest in anesthesia and surgical procedures and recently learned suturing techniques, which she now applies in the practice.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys digital art and music. She is also a proud pet parent to Eddie and Honey.
Charlotte
Charlotte
Charlotte is a Registered Veterinary Nurse who qualified in 2021. She lives with her seven dogs, two cats, and two chickens. Charlotte has a keen interest in physiotherapy and wound management and enjoys painting and baking in her spare time.
Charlotte is a Registered Veterinary Nurse who qualified in 2021. She lives with her seven dogs, two cats, and two chickens. Charlotte has a keen interest in physiotherapy and wound management and enjoys painting and baking in her spare time.
Steph P
Steph P
Steph is a registered vet nurse and has been with the practice for 5 years. Her favourite part about vet nursing is inpatient care and osteoarthritis management. She is often found talking about her dog Wilbur or organising the wonderful work experience.
Steph is a registered vet nurse and has been with the practice for 5 years. Her favourite part about vet nursing is inpatient care and osteoarthritis management. She is often found talking about her dog Wilbur or organising the wonderful work experience.
Lucy
Lucy
Lucy joined us in 2020 as a student veterinary nurse, while on placement. She graduated in July 2023 from Myerscough and has continued working with us. While in practice, Lucy has an interest in Surgical Nursing and is currently doing her ISFM feline nursing certificate. Outside of work, she loves to go to gigs, read and spending time with her lovely cat, Sylvie!
Lucy joined us in 2020 as a student veterinary nurse, while on placement. She graduated in July 2023 from Myerscough and has continued working with us. While in practice, Lucy has an interest in Surgical Nursing and is currently doing her ISFM feline nursing certificate. Outside of work, she loves to go to gigs, read and spending time with her lovely cat, Sylvie!
Steph R
Steph R
Steph is an animal assistant, and you’ll also find her helping out on reception. She has been working in the veterinary business for over 20 years and absolutely loves her job. Before working in the world of veterinary she worked in boarding kennels and cattery for over 7 yrs. Whilst working there, her role was helping look after all the nervous/timid boarders. In practice, she is very good and confident with dealing with the more nervous dogs who come into practice and eventually builds up their confidence enough for them to trust her. Steph has a 13-year-old cat called Dori, who is named after Dori from finding nemo. Outside of work, she has two amazing kids who keep her very busy, and they love nothing more than getting out and about on adventures. Steph also loves spending her free time with her family and friends.
Steph is an animal assistant, and you’ll also find her helping out on reception. She has been working in the veterinary business for over 20 years and absolutely loves her job. Before working in the world of veterinary she worked in boarding kennels and cattery for over 7 yrs. Whilst working there, her role was helping look after all the nervous/timid boarders. In practice, she is very good and confident with dealing with the more nervous dogs who come into practice and eventually builds up their confidence enough for them to trust her. Steph has a 13-year-old cat called Dori, who is named after Dori from finding nemo. Outside of work, she has two amazing kids who keep her very busy, and they love nothing more than getting out and about on adventures. Steph also loves spending her free time with her family and friends.
Our Client Care
Jen
Jen
Jen joined Village Vets in 2015 and brings a strong passion for customer care to the team. Originally from Canada, she moved to the UK in 1990 and has since worked in various client care roles locally.
Jen is married with two grown children and has a cat named Murphy and a dog named Tiffy. She loves the family atmosphere at Village Vets and the variety each day brings.
In her free time, Jen enjoys socialising, going to the gym, travelling, listening to music, and cooking.
Jen joined Village Vets in 2015 and brings a strong passion for customer care to the team. Originally from Canada, she moved to the UK in 1990 and has since worked in various client care roles locally.
Jen is married with two grown children and has a cat named Murphy and a dog named Tiffy. She loves the family atmosphere at Village Vets and the variety each day brings.
In her free time, Jen enjoys socialising, going to the gym, travelling, listening to music, and cooking.
Peter
Peter
Peter has been working in the veterinary field since 2012. He is proud to be part of the leadership team at Village Vets. Peter’s career began in animal rescue, which instilled a strong commitment to animal welfare. In his free time, he enjoys staying active and have a passion for travelling. Although I don’t currently have pets, my dedication to animals and our clients remains at the core of my work
Peter has been working in the veterinary field since 2012. He is proud to be part of the leadership team at Village Vets. Peter’s career began in animal rescue, which instilled a strong commitment to animal welfare. In his free time, he enjoys staying active and have a passion for travelling. Although I don’t currently have pets, my dedication to animals and our clients remains at the core of my work
Jaine
Jaine
Jaine has been part of the reception team since 2018 and loves looking after our furry and non-furry clients at both Crosby and Formby. In her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends, family and her cats, doing walking, gardening and home design!!!
Jaine has been part of the reception team since 2018 and loves looking after our furry and non-furry clients at both Crosby and Formby. In her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends, family and her cats, doing walking, gardening and home design!!!
Jenny
Jenny
Jenny has been on the reception team since 2020. The best part of the job for her, is talking to the clients and having cuddles with our furry friends. Outside of work, she runs around after her 3 lovely children, and her little dog Dotty!!! Jenny is a keen traveller and has visited many countries. She is always ready with a great cup of tea and a packet of biscuits!!!
Jenny has been on the reception team since 2020. The best part of the job for her, is talking to the clients and having cuddles with our furry friends. Outside of work, she runs around after her 3 lovely children, and her little dog Dotty!!! Jenny is a keen traveller and has visited many countries. She is always ready with a great cup of tea and a packet of biscuits!!!
Paige
Paige
Paige joined our practice in May 2022. The puppy cuddles are her favourite part of the job, as she has no pets. Paige is passionate about musical theatre and holds a drama and theatre studies degree from the University of Chester. She loves working with children and was a Camp Counsellor in America in 2018. Paige enjoys travelling, especially to New Zealand, and spends her free time with family, playing tennis, and watching F1 and Disney.
Paige joined our practice in May 2022. The puppy cuddles are her favourite part of the job, as she has no pets. Paige is passionate about musical theatre and holds a drama and theatre studies degree from the University of Chester. She loves working with children and was a Camp Counsellor in America in 2018. Paige enjoys travelling, especially to New Zealand, and spends her free time with family, playing tennis, and watching F1 and Disney.
Kendal
Kendal
Kendal originally trained as a musician at The Royal Northern College of Music. Before joining The Village Vets Team, she worked at Chetham’s of Music and The Hammond School of Dance. Kendal has loved and grown up with animals all her life and jumped at the opportunity to join Team Pawsome. In her spare time, she loves to read, go to the theatre, and spend time out in nature with her two Dachshunds – Ziggy and Darcie.
Kendal originally trained as a musician at The Royal Northern College of Music. Before joining The Village Vets Team, she worked at Chetham’s of Music and The Hammond School of Dance. Kendal has loved and grown up with animals all her life and jumped at the opportunity to join Team Pawsome. In her spare time, she loves to read, go to the theatre, and spend time out in nature with her two Dachshunds – Ziggy and Darcie.
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