Dr Andrew Hay B.Sc, B.V.Sc, MCRVS 1993 Director/Veterinarian Andrew took over as veterinarian owner/director in October 2011. Andrew is an experienced veterinarian, having returned to Christchurch with his family, from leading a busy referral practice in Scotland to work as a clinician and clinical director of the Christchurch After Hours Veterinary Centre. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and is looking forward to meeting you and your pet.   Dr Ross Blanks B.V.Sc 1977 Veterinarian I have worked as a Veterinarian at the HVC for 30 years, after graduating from Massey in 1977. I previously worked in Darfield, before working in the UK in Gillingham, Enfield, Potters Bar, Carmarthen - Wales, and Nelson before settling in at Hornby in 1980. Animals are my life, I wanted to be a vet since I was 12 years old. I enjoy creating a climate where vets and vet nurses enjoy their work and provide the best possible care for the pets at our centre and our clients are kept well informed. In my spare time I enjoy the Great outdoors, kayaking, cross country skiing, mountaineering, tramping, cycling...... My animal menagerie consists of 2 horses, 1 goat and 2 dogs.     Dr Pauline Howard B.V.Sc 1981 Veterinarian My husband Peter and I came down from Whangarei 14 years ago. I wanted to be a vet since I was 5 years old and have just enjoyed a 25th Vet class reunion. My loves are my husband Peter, my three children, Alice, Andrew and Martin and our numerous pets. I enjoy my job which keeps me constantly learning and working with enthusiastic people and great clients. To relax I garden, enjoy outdoor things with the family and read books.   Dr Emily Ensor B.Sc, B.V.Sc 2002 Veterinarian I have worked in several different practices in the South Island since graduating in 2003. Animals have always played a huge part in my life - growing up on a farm encouraged my interest and love for all creatures great and small. The best thing about being a veterinarian is that every day brings new and exciting challenges. The main aim is to provide exceptional care to my patients (and their owners!) My partner, Matt, and I, live on a lifestyle block which is also home to Barney the Airedale Terrier, Deirdre the tortoiseshell cat, Matt's lovely working dogs, my horses, some cattle and the odd sheep. It is exciting to be part of the HVC team! Dr Susan Shannon Veterinarian I have been a companion animal veterinarian for over 20 years now. I have worked overseas in Australia & U.K, and here in Wellington, Balclutha, Alexandra & Whangarei. My heart is definately in the mainland! I am still enjoying the challenges & rewards my career presents each day. Nowadays I am working part time so I can enjoy my young son, Oliver, & develop my other interests. While not working or caring for my family (which also includes my husband Paul, Spud a young XSPCA Beardie cross & my cat Mandu) my interests include gardening, playing in the fabulous port hills, yoga, tramping, conservation, reading & music. I have recently become involved with the care & rehabilitation of NZ native birds. Dr Susan Kirkwood BVM&S, MRCVS Veterinarian Susan can be found in our clinic on Wednesdays     Julie Gray Practice Manager I joined the HVC team in 1998. I have always loved the diversity of the job, the clients and helping people with their pets. I have taken a step back from nursing to assist Ross with the day to day running of a busy veterinary hospital. Otherwise I am busy at home with my boys Keegan and Ashton. Our furry family consist of Travis the Cat and Whitney the Boxer. Claire Lyne Head Veterinary Nurse I had been nursing for 2 years before joining the team at HVC early 2007. I love working with people and animals so combining the two is perfect, I also thoroughly enjoy the medical and scientific aspect of my job. My furry family consists of Filey and Keelo my two excitable boxers, Deus, Shitten and Jam my moggies and last but not least my long suffering partner Craig. When I am not working I can be found out with my doggies, gardening, attempting D.I.Y, baking then eating it and exercising! Carmen Stanton Veterinary Nurse Carmen had stepped back from her fulltime role to look after her son Sebastian, but is still about on Thursdays and some Saturdays. Robyn Smith Veterinary Nurse I had over 5 years nursing experience in both the UK and NZ, when I joined the HVC team in 2008. I thoroughly enjoy being a veterinary nurse as it has great diversity, and it is fanastic being able to make a difference to the quality of life of animals. I have a particular interest in anaesthetic monitoring, and assisting in surgery. I enjoy working at HVC as they are great bunch of people to work with, who all love animals as much as me!! Out of work I enjoy spending time with my family .. including our fur babies 'Bree' & 'Thor' my two golden retrievers, and 'Rhubarb' our cat with cattitude. I enjoy gardening, the odd bit of DIY around the house, reading, and taking the dogs out for a walk. Gabby Ferris Veterinary Nurse I started working full time at Hornby Vets in 2009 after several years of working part-time on and off, I finished my certificate in vet nursing in 2009 at CPIT after travelling overseas, I enjoy the variety of my job and caring for all the clients ( animals and their humans). When I'm not working I enjoy tramping, cycling, climbing and hanging out with my German Shepherd 'Bubba'. Erika Buhler Veterinary Nurse I joined the Hornby team after moving from Invercargill to Christchurch in June 2011. I have always had a passion for working with animals and after graduating from my diploma in vet nursing in 2008 I traveled through europe to eventually settle here in Christchurch. My family consists of my Partner Marcel and my wee cat marbles. . Jackie Saunders Super sub - Veterinary Nurse Jackie hates writing about herself. She is our highly valued off the bench sub for us. Jackie brings a raft of skills and a cheerful disposition every time she comes in. One day we will pin her down to write about herself. Susan Morton Veterinary Nurse I have been part of the Hornby Veterinary Centre since 2003. With a young family to care for my focus these days is on running my own dog behaviour consultancy and running the puppy school classes for HVC. Our family (Noah's Ark) consists of myself and my husband, Hunter, and our two children, Angus and Xanthe, our two rescue dogs Allie, a Border Collie cross, and Ace, a black Labrador, our two cats Poo Poo and Lottie and two miniature horses, Harry and Willy, and from time to time cattle which make it as far as our freezer. Outside of the clinic and business I enjoy driving my horses and gardening when there is time for these!