Folkestone Vets for Pets

Inside Pets at Home
Unit 2 West Park Farm Retail Park
Park Farm Road
Folkestone
Kent
CT19 5SY
01303 253 041

Open Today 09:00 - 18:00

Normal Opening Hours

  • Sunday  - 
  • Monday  - 
  • Tuesday  - 
  • Wednesday  - 
  • Thursday  - 
  • Friday  - 
  • Saturday  - 

Holiday Opening Hours

Early May Bank Holiday

  • Monday 06 May  - 

Late May Bank Holiday

  • Monday 27 May  - 

Parking and access information

Parking Available 

Meet the team

CORMAC HIGGINS

Dr Cormac Higgins

Joint Venture Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

MVB MRCVS GP(Cert)Endo

Read Dr Cormac Higgins bio

From Longford in Ireland, I qualified at University College Dublin. Moving to England, I opened the Companion Care Surgery in Ashford in 2007. My particular interest is internal medicine.

I have a general practitioner certificate in endoscopy, which allows me to perform minimally invasive procedures to remove items such as stones that would otherwise require major surgical operations and longer recovery times for our patients. I can also perform laparoscopic (Key-hole) procedures such as spays for suitable patients.

I have a naughty little schnauzer crossed border terrier named Raya, a whippet called Echo and a spaniel whippet cross called Ahsoka or "Snips" for short, who all regularly come to work and keep us all busy with their cheeky antics.

Anthony Lam

Dr Anthony Lam

Senior Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS GPCERT (SAS)

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I graduated from the University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice in 2017, joining the Folkestone team straight from school. I was born and raised in Hong Kong, and while things are very different, I love every minute.

My particular interests lie in soft tissue surgery/orthopaedics, and I aspire to obtain my qualifications in the coming years.

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Dr Darren O'Hara

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

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My name is Darren.
I grew up in Ireland, in the county of Sligo on the West Coast.
My dad was a farmer and I've been around animals all my life.
I graduated in Veterinary Medicine from Warsaw, Poland, and am delighted to work here at Vets for Pets  Folkestone.
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Dr Victoria Zerafa

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

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Hi! I studied at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Budapest. I am originally from Malta.

I grew up with all kinds of animals, from cats and dogs to a pet goose named Gusu. I love nature and the countryside, so you'll find me hiking or relaxing in my free time!

I also enjoy taking part in my local Musicals Choir.

Hayley Farrell

Hayley Farrell

Head Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I started working in practice in 2003 and qualified as a nurse in 2006. I worked in various small animal practices, including a referral hospital before joining Folkestone in 2015 as Head Nurse.

My role is varied with a mixture of clinical nursing and some admin tasks to ensure the practice runs smoothly.

I have completed a Level 3 Certificate in Leadership & Management and I am also a clinical coach for our student nurses undertaking their training.

Outside of work I am kept busy by my cheeky rescue dog Nacho and my 2 family dogs Ernie and Saffy. I am also a season ticket holder at Westham with my partner and football is massive in our house!

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Sam Hunt

Registered Veterinary Nurse

DipVN RVN

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I have loved animals all my life & been involved with vet nursing since 2011, joining Companion Care Vets in 2015. My particular interest is neo-natal care.

I have a few animals of my own including three miniature ponies, a gorgeous Great Dane, two sphynx cats called Freddy and Kruger and some fish.

My spare time is spent horse riding & spending time with my family and animals.

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Kim Pressnell-Smith

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I started working in practice in 2002 and qualified in 2005. I have worked with small animals, exotics, and larger species (including zoo animals). I enjoy all aspects of my job, particularly diagnostic imaging and nursing medical cases. I have trained veterinary nurse students and lectured at a local veterinary nursing college.

I returned to work in February 2017, joining Companion Care after maternity leave, and spend my free time looking after my daughter Ava (and my husband!), walking my two dogs, Hetty & Stanley & riding/competing my Horse Don.

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Kelly Phillips-Thrale

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I have been working in practice since 2004 and qualified from Hadlow College in 2010. I joined the Companion Care team in October 2018. I love all aspects of my job but I have a particular interest in Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy in which I am working towards gaining an N-CERT

At home, I have a working Cocker Spaniel named Seth, Sprocker named Zack, and two horses called Louis and Blue.

In my spare time, I enjoy riding/competing with Blue, agility training with Seth and Zack and of course, socializing with family and friends.

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Sabrina Piper

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I joined the team in March 2018. From a young age, I have always been passionate about working with animals. I am looking forward to starting my training to become a Vet Nurse.

My interests are reading and anything Disney.

BETH FOWLS

Bethany Fowls

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I began my career in veterinary nursing in 2018 working with different small animal, exotic, and wildlife practices before settling into Vets for Pets in march 2021, where I completed my training and received my qualification from KSVN in early 2023. I love all aspects of my job but I have a particular interest in anaesthesia and emergency care.

My hoard currently consists of cats; sully, Boo, Noodles, Loki (yes, he lives up to his name), and the most recent addition Mojo the Sprocker.

In my spare time you’ll find me out adventuring with the dog or cuddled up with the cats binge watching TV.

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Ola Kowalska

Veterinary Care Assistant

First Aider

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I joined the Practice in November 2022.

I am looking forward to meeting your fluffy family members! And I promise I will give them plenty of cuddles!

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Rosie Ditchburn

Veterinary Care Assistant

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I joined the team in December 2022.

I have a strong love for animals, particularly cats, and I am committed to providing the highest level of care for all of our patients! 

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Courtney Crump

Veterinary Care Assistant

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I have been working with animals since I was around 18. When I first stepped into the Veterinary Environment to do my school work experience, I then continued to go to college for animal care and volunteering at rescue centers... Until I found myself here!

In my free time, I like to spend time cuddling my rats and spoiling them with treats- I also love painting!

Jade Taylor

Veterinary Care Assistant

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I started working with animals back in 2017 and then continued to complete my degree back in 2020. From here, I joined the veterinary field in 2022 and finally joining Vets for Pets in 2024.

I have had both cats and dogs growing up with my current cat called Fudge.

My special interests are caring for the inpatients and expanding my knowledge in the field. 

Out of work, I like to go out for hikes and discover new places.

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Debbie Morgan

Client Care Advisor

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Debbie joined the team in March 2019.

Growing up, Debbie's family always had German Shepherds but now, she has a beautiful Maltese called Dolly.

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Summer Chantler

Client Care Advisor

SQP MHFA

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I joined the team in August 2020. Animals have a very dear place in my heart; being a part of taking care of your fluffy family is a privilege.

In my spare time you will find me gardening, socializing with my friends and family or exploring new destinations.

My passion is Jazz music, I enjoy visiting vintage 1940's events and you'll often find me singing a few tunes from the era, especially Ella Fitzgerald.

 

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Becky Miller

Client Care Advisor

First Aider

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I have been part of the team at Vets Folkestone since December 2021. 

As a lover of animals, I have two Cats, Maggie and Joe, and a Bearded Dragon, Norbit.

Vets for Pets Folkestone is committed to providing affordable, high-quality care via a modern, well-equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital X-ray, and ultrasound. Plus, there is on-site car parking, too!

The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients!

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Services

  • Emergency cover
    Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
  • Open 7 Days a Week
    We are open 7 days a week.
  • Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Blood Pressure Monitor
    Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.

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  • Cruciate Surgery
    Surgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.
  • Dental X-Ray
    Unlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
  • Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
  • Haematology – Blood testing
    Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
  • Health Plans
    Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
  • Hospital Ward
    Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
  • In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Isolation Unit
    A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
  • Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
  • Nurse Clinic
    Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
  • Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Prescriptions
    We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
  • Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray
    Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.

Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED
  • Cat Friendly Clinic Logo Silver (1)

Offers

Offers

10% off for NHS staff and members of the Armed Forces

Available at participating practices only
Dog-Companionship

Health Plans

Health Plan

Complete Care Junior

From £15* per month
Expert veterinary care, plus lots of support and tailored advice for your puppy or kitten, in an affordable and convenient way
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Health Plan

Complete Care Plus

From £19* per month
Our most comprehensive plan for dogs and cats
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Out of hours

Vets Now Ashford
Inside Cinque Ports Veterinary Hospita
Ashford Road
Kingsnorth
Ashford
Kent
TN23 3EA

Telephone: 01233 879 913

Standard consultation fees start from £309