I came to work for Edmund back in the mists of time in 1989 and knew within 2 weeks that I would stay for the duration!

I had a sabbatical in Kentucky working for Rood and Riddle and then a spell working at Liverpool University to develop my skills. In 2008 I spent 2 years working with Battleflatts, the family business, then returned in June 2010 to resume part time work on the equine side – my abiding passion. When not at work I am running a chaotic house with currently 108 animals and 4 boisterous, noisy and perpetually hungry sons…

I graduated from Cambridge in 2001 and a after stint volunteering with SPANA in Morocco spent 7 years working in a small animal and equine clinic in Surrey. I moved north in 2008 to join Station House Vets and now work primarily with small animals, but still enjoy forays into the countryside to see horses (at any hour) and get involved in cases at the practice. I have two sons, a cat, two rabbits and usually someone else’s dog to stay (there is always a dog bed in our kitchen). In my free time, I am outdoors as much as possible – running, walking, tiring out small children or gardening. I really enjoy all aspects of veterinary practice, and the range of species we see. I am currently studying for a certificate in advanced veterinary practice, which has necessitated an increase in my computer skills (and a lot of help from anyone younger in the practice) and am involved in veterinary nurse training. I am a member of a local veterinary committee for the British Small Animal Veterinary Association organising continuous professional development events for vets and nurses.

After completing my degree at The Royal (Dick)Veterinary College in Edinburgh I worked in mixed practice for one year before moving to Yorkshire to work for Edmund at Station House Vets in 2005. I worked at Station House until 2015, covering both equine and small animal work. In 2015 I moved to a small animal practice in York, where I worked for 3.5 years along with performing some locum work at out of hours emergency clinics, which increased my small animal skills and knowledge. I have recently returned to Station House Vets as a small animal vet.

I enjoy all aspects of internal medicine and soft tissue surgery and am working towards as certificate in advanced veterinary practice through Liverpool University. Along with Lucy I am a member of the regional committee for the British Small Animal Veterinary Association, organising continuous professional development events for vets and nurses and keeping up to date with developments in the profession.

Outside of work I am kept busy with my 2 children, dog, cat and 2 guinea pigs and enjoy being outside, biking running or gardening.

I qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse from College of Animal Welfare in Leeds. I previously trained and worked in a few different small animal veterinary practices including a busy animal hospital. I enjoy all aspects of veterinary nursing especially emergency and critical care, surgical nursing and patient care. I enjoy learning new skills and increasing my knowledge while working alongside the other professionals.

When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family and friends. I have two gorgeous little boys, plus a dog and cat. In my free time I like outdoor sports, however when the weather is bad I enjoy watching movies and reading books.

I have been bookkeeper for the practice since 2011. Married to husband George and with a lurcher named Jet, we regularly go out for a little run, bike or swim and when I aren’t on the move I love my garden and vegetable plot too.

I’m a part time receptionist with the practice, and also provide admin support to other team members. I’m fairly new to the practice but, have a love of animals in particular dogs and horses, this is a roll I’m thrilled to be in.

I have a strong background in administration work, having provide many years of payroll and HR support to some established local companies.

At home I am lucky enough to have space for a variety of pets, I have chickens, goats, ponies and a dog. Looking after the animals, and the guests in our holiday cottages, keeps me very busy when I’m not at work. When I do get some spare time, I like to spend it riding my pony and walking my dog.

I went straight from school to work on a farm in Thixendale until 2005, when Edmund asked me to come and work here, part-time, to help clear the site for the new practice. At first, I was mostly getting rid of rubbish and unwanted vegetation and planting grass seed on the newly landscaped site. I also cleaned and painted the stables.

Once the whole practice came to Teal House in 2006, they needed a full-time caretaker to live on the premises, so I moved in upstairs and I keep all the fields, grounds and stables clean and tidy and help with holding horses for the vets. In general, I am the ‘jack-of-all-trades’ at Teal House!

The reason the premises always look tidy is a tribute to John’s hard work. He also keep hens and supplies us with delicious eggs.