our team

Shabbir Shariff MRCVS (right)
Joint Venture Partner & Veterinary surgeon
I qualified as a Vet in 2007 from the University of Pretoria in South Africa. I grew up in Zimbabwe and have always loved animals. I had many pets in my childhood years: cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and fish. I have 3 pets, all adopted stray cats: Prince, Tess and Tom. I have worked for various small animal practices in the UK since graduating. I have always wanted to own my own surgery and jumped at the opportunity to work with Companion Care and provide veterinary care to pets in Leicester. I have an interest in diagnostic imaging and opthamology.
In my free time I enjoy playing squash, basketball, tennis and riding. I also enjoy reading and exploring different cultures and foods. I share my wife's passion for cooking and trying different recipes and foods.

Sameer Bheda MRCVS (left)
Joint Venture Partner & Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified as a vet in 2002 at the University of Zimbabwe. I have always preferred working with small animals. I have a particular interest in orthopaedics and medicine. I look forward to specialising in orthopaedic surgery in the near future. Having worked for corporate practices and emergency clinics, I feel that this experience has helped me to shape my vision of veterinary medicine. Therefore I had no hesitation in teaming up with Companion Care to bring a fantastic new veterinary surgery to the clients and pets in Leicester.
 
Being married with a child means my time outside is fun, tiring and varied! I enjoy playing cricket and squash. 

Nicola Louise Samantha Gray
Veterinary Nurse

Helen Townsend
Veterinary Nurse

Rebecca Poole
Vet Nurse Assistant

Dessa Hadfield
Student Vet Nurse

Lacey Lightowler
Receptionist

Sumera Shariff
Receptionist

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