Meet Our Team
Queen Annie
Sweet Annie is our boss, or 'Queen' if she pleases at Canberra Cat Vet. Annie has been with us since May 2015 after coming to see us with a broken leg as a tiny kitten. She was later found stranded on the side of the road. Dr. Kate couldn't resist her sweet, sassy charm and adopted her as our very own clinic cat.
Annie adoresssss food (a little too much), nothing will deter her from executing impossible missions of food thievery.
You will find her most often welcoming our clients and soaking up the sun in our waiting room.
Annie adoresssss food (a little too much), nothing will deter her from executing impossible missions of food thievery.
You will find her most often welcoming our clients and soaking up the sun in our waiting room.
Dr Georgia Knudsen
Director
Dr. Georgia has been akin to animals for as long as she can remember. She followed her passion all the way to Sydney University, where she completed her Veterinary Science degree with First Class Honours in 2004.
In 2019, Georgia joined Kate as a co-owner of Canberra Cat Vet, recently in September 2023 Georgia became a Director along with John and Collette. She is enthusiastic about creating a safe, healthy, forward-thinking and team based work environment. Georgia is dedicated to strengthening our vision of 'çats-clients-team'.
She has a great interest in the inner and outer workings of cat medicine, behaviour, and virology. One of her greatest passions is performing abdominal and cardiac ultrasounds.
Georgia keeps busy looking after her fur cat babies, son and partner but finds time to ski, read and catch up with friends.
In 2019, Georgia joined Kate as a co-owner of Canberra Cat Vet, recently in September 2023 Georgia became a Director along with John and Collette. She is enthusiastic about creating a safe, healthy, forward-thinking and team based work environment. Georgia is dedicated to strengthening our vision of 'çats-clients-team'.
She has a great interest in the inner and outer workings of cat medicine, behaviour, and virology. One of her greatest passions is performing abdominal and cardiac ultrasounds.
Georgia keeps busy looking after her fur cat babies, son and partner but finds time to ski, read and catch up with friends.
Dr John Yang
Director
John is crazy about cats and has gained his membership in cat medicine chapter of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists after studying at a high level. He moved up from the South Coast and left his favourite hobbies of snorkeling and scuba diving to indulge his love of cats.
After having been a part of CCV for years, Dr. John joined our team of Directors in September 2023.
John is fluent in Mandarin, enjoys playing badminton, reading and exploring the vastness of the interwebs. If you have a Scottish short hair, make sure you visit John because he adores them!
After having been a part of CCV for years, Dr. John joined our team of Directors in September 2023.
John is fluent in Mandarin, enjoys playing badminton, reading and exploring the vastness of the interwebs. If you have a Scottish short hair, make sure you visit John because he adores them!
Dr Collette Berryman
Director
Collette has always loved cats and is thrilled to focus on all things feline at Canberra Cat Vet.
After graduating in 2011, she initially worked in rural mixed practice before moving to small animal practice in Melbourne.
Collette was awarded a membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Medicine of Cats in 2017, and has recently completed a graduate certificate in small animal abdominal ultrasound. In September 2023 Collette come on as a Director at Canberra Cat Vet.
Outside of work, Collette shares her home with her partner, two cats Bentley and Nancy, two angle-headed dragons and a carpet python. She enjoys bushwalking, good food, and spending time with family and friends.
After graduating in 2011, she initially worked in rural mixed practice before moving to small animal practice in Melbourne.
Collette was awarded a membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Medicine of Cats in 2017, and has recently completed a graduate certificate in small animal abdominal ultrasound. In September 2023 Collette come on as a Director at Canberra Cat Vet.
Outside of work, Collette shares her home with her partner, two cats Bentley and Nancy, two angle-headed dragons and a carpet python. She enjoys bushwalking, good food, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr Alice Kermond
Alice is an animal lover with a passion for cats, and like a cat, Alice is gentle, patient, welcoming and soft spoken.
Alice graduated with honours from the University of Queensland in 2018, before moving to Canberra to start her career in small animal practice. She is currently undertaking a 2 year post-graduate course with a goal of completing her Feline Memberships with the ANZCVS. She loves delving into all things medical and imaging.
Her own cat Gnocchi, an adventurous ginger boy, has only deepened her love of cats and their wonderful personalities.
When she is not cuddling a furry four legged friend she enjoys playing netball, hiking and painting.
Alice is also a Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian.
Alice graduated with honours from the University of Queensland in 2018, before moving to Canberra to start her career in small animal practice. She is currently undertaking a 2 year post-graduate course with a goal of completing her Feline Memberships with the ANZCVS. She loves delving into all things medical and imaging.
Her own cat Gnocchi, an adventurous ginger boy, has only deepened her love of cats and their wonderful personalities.
When she is not cuddling a furry four legged friend she enjoys playing netball, hiking and painting.
Alice is also a Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian.
Dr Kay Weller
Kay started working in the industry a week before she graduated, and has been working in small animal practice ever since.
She fulfilled a career goal by passing her Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists membership exams in feline medicine.
She is delighted to be working with our CCV team, and very much enjoys meeting all of our purry and fluffy patients.
At home she enjoys reading, knitting and yoga.
She fulfilled a career goal by passing her Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists membership exams in feline medicine.
She is delighted to be working with our CCV team, and very much enjoys meeting all of our purry and fluffy patients.
At home she enjoys reading, knitting and yoga.
Dr Thea Chan
In 2020, Thea completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Sydney.
We are very lucky to have her with us three days a week, and she is very excited about the opportunity to pursue all things Feline Medicine.
Thea is CRAZY about cats. Dora and Swiper (Black and Orange DSH) have very kindly given Thea permission to live in their house. Thea has catered to their every need and want since they were 2 weeks old. You may have actually seen Dora out and about town! Thea takes Dora out with her as much as possible (as long as the place is cat friendly).
When Thea is not cuddling a cat you will find her purchasing an array of kitty CAT-ure for Dora, Pixie & Swiper.
We are very lucky to have her with us three days a week, and she is very excited about the opportunity to pursue all things Feline Medicine.
Thea is CRAZY about cats. Dora and Swiper (Black and Orange DSH) have very kindly given Thea permission to live in their house. Thea has catered to their every need and want since they were 2 weeks old. You may have actually seen Dora out and about town! Thea takes Dora out with her as much as possible (as long as the place is cat friendly).
When Thea is not cuddling a cat you will find her purchasing an array of kitty CAT-ure for Dora, Pixie & Swiper.
Dr Eloise Bright
Locum *Behaviour only
After working in various small animal practices in Sydney, Darwin and, Canberra. Eloise has spent 3 years enjoying the unique challenges of the world of shelter medicine at the RSPCA.
She was very excited to be asked to join the team at Canberra Cat Vet primarily, to assist with behaviour consultations.
Eloise graduated with first class honours from Sydney University in 2006, and gained Behaviour Memberships in 2022, with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists.
In March 2019 she started ACT Pet Crisis Support, a charity that helps low income pet owners with their vet bills, which keeps her pretty busy.
She has a gorgeous, very ''cuddly'' cat called Cosmo, two delinquent dogs, and two young boys. She enjoys camping, reading and sewing in her spare time.
She was very excited to be asked to join the team at Canberra Cat Vet primarily, to assist with behaviour consultations.
Eloise graduated with first class honours from Sydney University in 2006, and gained Behaviour Memberships in 2022, with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists.
In March 2019 she started ACT Pet Crisis Support, a charity that helps low income pet owners with their vet bills, which keeps her pretty busy.
She has a gorgeous, very ''cuddly'' cat called Cosmo, two delinquent dogs, and two young boys. She enjoys camping, reading and sewing in her spare time.
Leanne
Practice Manager
Originally starting at Canberra Cat Vet in 2013, Leanne was our head nurse for five years, and has since returned as our amazing Practice Manager. During her time away, Leanne gained experience in all things Emergency, teaching and non-feline. She is ecstatic to be back with the CCV team, with a desire to continue to help us blossom.
With over 20 years of experience in the animal industry, Leanne has worked as an Animal Attendant, Veterinary Nurse and Teacher. With accompanying study in a Diploma of Applied Science (in Animal Technology), Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Nursing and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
As a Nurse, Leanne found caring for hospitalised patients one of the most rewarding parts of her role. She derived a lot of satisfaction from knowing that their every need was met, and now invests these skills into the CCV team. Outside of work Leanne adores travelling abroad, especially when it comes to volunteer work and giving back. At home, Leanne spends time with the sheep, cattle, sassy puppy dog Lolly and feline friend Countess Mallory June Felicia Rose.
With over 20 years of experience in the animal industry, Leanne has worked as an Animal Attendant, Veterinary Nurse and Teacher. With accompanying study in a Diploma of Applied Science (in Animal Technology), Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Nursing and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
As a Nurse, Leanne found caring for hospitalised patients one of the most rewarding parts of her role. She derived a lot of satisfaction from knowing that their every need was met, and now invests these skills into the CCV team. Outside of work Leanne adores travelling abroad, especially when it comes to volunteer work and giving back. At home, Leanne spends time with the sheep, cattle, sassy puppy dog Lolly and feline friend Countess Mallory June Felicia Rose.
Cassie
Senior Nurse Administrator
Cassie started her career in veterinary nursing at Canberra Cat Vet in 2014, completed her Certificate IV in 2015, and has been an important part of CCV's growth and inner workings ever since. Cassie keeps a watchful eye over the clinic's stock, equipment, and all of the finer, intricate details. Cassie is kind, patient, and caring to all kitties in her care, no matter their level of timidity or spiciness.
Just before Christmas 2016, Euro, nicknamed 'Houdini', was brought into the clinic as a small wild kitten and was lovingly adopted by Cassie. Post her stint in the big wide world, she has made herself completely at home.
Cassie volunteers and organises Pets in the Park, a non-profit organisation to help those in need and their furry friends, and also occasionally volunteers at Pegasus riding school for the disabled. In her spare time, she enjoys board games, puzzles, and going for walks. She has her black belt in Taekwondo, and she has recently taken up swing dancing.
Just before Christmas 2016, Euro, nicknamed 'Houdini', was brought into the clinic as a small wild kitten and was lovingly adopted by Cassie. Post her stint in the big wide world, she has made herself completely at home.
Cassie volunteers and organises Pets in the Park, a non-profit organisation to help those in need and their furry friends, and also occasionally volunteers at Pegasus riding school for the disabled. In her spare time, she enjoys board games, puzzles, and going for walks. She has her black belt in Taekwondo, and she has recently taken up swing dancing.
Daria
Senior Nurse Co-Ordinator
Daria has always had a passion for all creatures, especially cats, and continues to be an activist for wildlife and animals in agriculture.
Daria has been with Canberra Cat Vet since she first started her journey as a trainee nurse, and is now flying high as a qualified nurse in the veterinary world.
She has a big soft spot for Siamese, Orientals and black cats; having grown up with them during her childhood, as well as adopting Tyson and Delilah. In scrubs she is one of our spicy purrito wranglers, who takes the time to work with and, understand even the stroppiest of felines.
Daria enjoys drawing, singing and dancing when out of scrubs.
Daria has been with Canberra Cat Vet since she first started her journey as a trainee nurse, and is now flying high as a qualified nurse in the veterinary world.
She has a big soft spot for Siamese, Orientals and black cats; having grown up with them during her childhood, as well as adopting Tyson and Delilah. In scrubs she is one of our spicy purrito wranglers, who takes the time to work with and, understand even the stroppiest of felines.
Daria enjoys drawing, singing and dancing when out of scrubs.
Nicole
Reception
A wonderful addition to our front-facing team Nicole has plenty of experience with various animals; at home, she has puppy dogs (Morton and Humphrey), turtles and parrots (Cosmo, Little Jerry, and Sheldon), and a gorgeous domestic long-haired Tortie, Buffy.
Nicole previously worked in pet boarding, at a doggy daycare, and volunteered at a vet school.
Outside of work, she and her partner enjoy hiking, eating, and loving their animals; she prefers the company of all things with fur, paws, beaks, and fins.
Nicole previously worked in pet boarding, at a doggy daycare, and volunteered at a vet school.
Outside of work, she and her partner enjoy hiking, eating, and loving their animals; she prefers the company of all things with fur, paws, beaks, and fins.
Chloe
Reception
Chloe came from a dog-loving, cat-allergic household but was determined to live her life as a cat admirer. She rescued a domestic medium-hair tabby boy named ''Slobberchops'' and proceeded to go further down the rabbit hole of all things cats by joining our customer service team in December 2023.
In her spare time, she enjoys drawing and reading, as well as various nerdy hobbies, such as playing PC games and Dungeons and Dragons.
In her spare time, she enjoys drawing and reading, as well as various nerdy hobbies, such as playing PC games and Dungeons and Dragons.
Kat
Reception
Kathleen always thought she was a dog person…until she rescued her first cat Lilo, and realised she was a total cat person. Kat is originally from the sunny & artsy city of San Francisco, California; which also describes Kat perfectly. She moved to Australia in 2013; and lives in Canberra with her partner, her daughter Grace, and her two kitty cats Lilo & Goose.
Her newfound love has become a career. She enjoys working with the wonderful, kind and caring team at the Canberra Cat Vet. Kat looks forward to meeting you and your furry companions at the reception desk!
Her newfound love has become a career. She enjoys working with the wonderful, kind and caring team at the Canberra Cat Vet. Kat looks forward to meeting you and your furry companions at the reception desk!
Marnie
Reception
Marnie was drawn to CCV for the opportunity to greet, learn, and enjoy working with cats on a daily basis. Although Marnie grew up with dogs, she spent time admiring and cuddling her best friend's three felines, this made her appreciate all things cat-related, and she hopes to have pets in the future. Marnie grew up in Canberra and has continued to live and currently study International Security here.
Video games, especially Stardew Valley, hanging out with her friends, and spending time with her partner are her favourite things to do. Marnie is eager to get to know all of our purring patients and loyal clients.
Video games, especially Stardew Valley, hanging out with her friends, and spending time with her partner are her favourite things to do. Marnie is eager to get to know all of our purring patients and loyal clients.
Africa
Consult Nurse & Reception
Africa came to us in November 2021 after completing her Certificate 3 in Companion Animal Studies. Starting as a nurse assistant, she has moved on to reception, social media and helping out the consult vets.
Africa was an animal lover from birth and became cat obsessed after getting a family cat at age 11 and hand rearing a litter of neo kittens.
She is the cats' mother, so to speak, to stray farm kitten she rescued in 2020, Spaghetti and her childhood tuxedo cat, Oliver.
On weekends Africa loves writing music, seeing friends and cat sitting.
Africa was an animal lover from birth and became cat obsessed after getting a family cat at age 11 and hand rearing a litter of neo kittens.
She is the cats' mother, so to speak, to stray farm kitten she rescued in 2020, Spaghetti and her childhood tuxedo cat, Oliver.
On weekends Africa loves writing music, seeing friends and cat sitting.
Emma
Senior Nurse
Emma loves animals small and large, but has a special connection with cats, especially tabbies and Bengals. Emma studied veterinary nursing so she could spend more time with cats.
In her spare time Emma loves watching anime, and on the flip side being outdoors on skiing, camping, and swimming adventures.
Emma adores snuggling with Skittles, her cheeky grey tabby, and her new kitten Orion.
In her spare time Emma loves watching anime, and on the flip side being outdoors on skiing, camping, and swimming adventures.
Emma adores snuggling with Skittles, her cheeky grey tabby, and her new kitten Orion.
Sophia
Senior Nurse
Sophia dreamed of becoming a veterinary nurse as a child, and now her dream is coming true. She completed her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing at CIT. Her experience at Canberra Cat Vet has helped her become an empathetic and caring nurse. Her patients love her gentle, kind manner.
She loves all animals, but cats are her favourite. In her free time she loves to spend time with her three cats, Queenie, Shirley and Freya.
She loves all animals, but cats are her favourite. In her free time she loves to spend time with her three cats, Queenie, Shirley and Freya.
Janine
Senior Nurse
Janine has worked in the veterinary industry for 21 years in three countries - New Zealand, United Kingdom and Australia.
At Canberra Cat Vet she has found her happy place working with cats. Janine does an amazing job helping people keep their fur babies happy and healthy, as one of our dedicated consult nurses and leader of the 'Curvy Cats Anonymous' clinic, helping to keep kitties within a healthy weight range.
At Canberra Cat Vet she has found her happy place working with cats. Janine does an amazing job helping people keep their fur babies happy and healthy, as one of our dedicated consult nurses and leader of the 'Curvy Cats Anonymous' clinic, helping to keep kitties within a healthy weight range.
Courtney
Junior Nurse
Courtney has recently become one of our lovely receptionists and nursing assistants. She is currently studying veterinary nursing and zoology!
Encountering a vast amount of animals, Courtney was still drawn to felines. Her passions lie in the rescue and rehabilitation of animals, especially during the recovery update stage.
Courtney's kitty Babygirl is a sweet and vocal Russian Blue rescue. She is keen to meet our cliental and patients while on the front desk. Courtney has a deep ambition to gain as much knowledge and experience as possible.
She is so happy to be a part of such a skilled, positive and supportive team.
Encountering a vast amount of animals, Courtney was still drawn to felines. Her passions lie in the rescue and rehabilitation of animals, especially during the recovery update stage.
Courtney's kitty Babygirl is a sweet and vocal Russian Blue rescue. She is keen to meet our cliental and patients while on the front desk. Courtney has a deep ambition to gain as much knowledge and experience as possible.
She is so happy to be a part of such a skilled, positive and supportive team.
Erin
Junior Nurse
Erin recently joined us in late 2023 after having a short break between veterinary work. Erin has completed a Certificate 4 in Veterinary Studies, and is looking forward to learning more about fascinating surgeries, stressful situations and handling spicy kitties.
Erin loves cats and dogs, she has a gorgeous burmese, Caspar and a cavalier King Charles spaniel, River. She spends her time reading, playing with her cat and dog, colouring and hanging out with friends.
Erin loves cats and dogs, she has a gorgeous burmese, Caspar and a cavalier King Charles spaniel, River. She spends her time reading, playing with her cat and dog, colouring and hanging out with friends.
Sophia
Trainee Nurse
Skye
Locum Senior Nurse
Jessica
Locum Senior Nurse
Liz
Clinical Assistant
Liz is a nurse assistant who loves helping around the clinic to ensure our vets and nurses have everything they need to take care of their furry patients. Liz is an incredibly dedicated member of our team and we would be lost without her. In her spare time, Liz enjoys drawing, watching anime with her sister Suz, and going to the gym.
Charlotte
Trainee Nurse & Nurse Assistant
Charlotte is a lover of all animals, big and small, but cats have always been a top favorite of hers. She has a big soft spot for Burmese and Siamese cats. As she’s such a big animal lover and wants to spend as much time with them as she can, Charlotte is eager to study veterinary nursing in the near future, with the aim of becoming a veterinary nurse at CCV.
In her spare time, Charlotte loves spending time with her beautiful Burmese cat, Baby, and her cheeky bulldog, Lola, as well as George and Ella, her other puppies, a Guinea pig, and a rainbow lorikeet. On the weekends, she also volunteers time at RSPCA with all the beautiful animals.
In her spare time, Charlotte loves spending time with her beautiful Burmese cat, Baby, and her cheeky bulldog, Lola, as well as George and Ella, her other puppies, a Guinea pig, and a rainbow lorikeet. On the weekends, she also volunteers time at RSPCA with all the beautiful animals.
Andy
Clinical Assistant
Yeru
Clinic Assistant
Yeru is currently pursuing a Certificate III and is excited to start her first role in the vet industry with Canberra Cat Vet.
Inspired by her work experience visit and the kind, supportive team, Yeru dreams of working with exotics and wildlife as a future vet and has a particular fascination with ornithology.
When she's not at the clinic admiring fluffy cats, you can find her baking or crafting at home.
Inspired by her work experience visit and the kind, supportive team, Yeru dreams of working with exotics and wildlife as a future vet and has a particular fascination with ornithology.
When she's not at the clinic admiring fluffy cats, you can find her baking or crafting at home.
Sarah
Clinic Assistant