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Your vet is Tavi Galla, DVM MSc MRCVS
Joint Venture Partner & Veterinary Surgeon
I qualified from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Timisoara, Romania in 2004, and in 2006 gained a Master of Science degree in Veterinary Epidemiology. In April 2007, I moved to the UK along with my wife Larissa and our three Bull Terriers.
Between August 2007 and May 2008 I worked as a vet in a first opinion small animal practice in Doncaster. Before becoming Joint Venture Partner at Companion Care Vets Wakefield, I spent 3 years as a vet in Companion Care Huddersfield surgery, dealing with surgical caseloads and also working very closely with local dog breeders. In 2010 I enrolled for the RCVS certificate in Small Animal Surgery. My main interests are in small animal surgery, reproduction and dentistry.
I am also very much involved in the dog world, being a Kennel Club Accredited Breeder and member of ten Bull Terrier Clubs across the UK. I started breeding Bull Terriers in 2002, but also very much enjoy showing and judging Bull Terriers. I am a great believer in responsible breeding and promote highly the health testing for all breeds.
I am very excited to be opening my new surgery in Wakefield with my wife Larissa. Please come down and meet us, and we can show you around and what we have to offer. I look forward to meeting you and your pets soon!
Your vet is Larissa Galla, DVM MRCVS
Joint Venture Parnter & Veterinary Surgeon
I qualified in 2006 from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Timisoara, Romania and in April 2007 moved to the UK with Tavi and our three Bull Terriers, where I worked as vet in the same small animal veterinary practice in Doncaster as Tavi.
After May 2008 until February 2009, when our daughter was born, I was doing vet locum cover across West and South Yorkshire. After 6 months maternity leave, in September 2009, I returned as a vet in a small animal practice, before becoming Joint Venture Partner at Companion Care Wakefield.
I enjoy all aspects of veterinary work, with a particular interest in medical cases. Together with Tavi I am a Kennel Club Accredited Breeder and joint member of ten Bull Terrier Clubs across the UK.Please come down and meet us in our new surgery, we look forward to welcoming you and your pets!
Jennifer Herrington
Veterinary Nurse
Jennifer has worked in Veterinary Practice for 8 years, and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in March 2008. She has always had a desire to work with animals and enjoys her job very much. She has a particular interest in surgical procedures, exotics and cat behaviour.
She has had many pets, and at the moment has four cats – Milly, Ellie, Badger and Seeley; Two Guinea Pigs called Pumpkin and Harry, Harliegh the bunny and two goldfish called Bryan and Beatrice.
In her spare time Jennifer likes to garden, bake and read a good book. The cats keep her entertained either chasing each other around the garden or staring at the fish tank trying to work out how to get the goldfish.
Bethany Leadbeater
Veterinary Nurse
Originally from Cornwall Bethany has spent time living in Dubai and France before relocating to West Yorkshire when she met her husband. She has worked in the veterinary field since 2003 when she gained a position at a training practice in Leeds going on to qualify as a veterinary nurse in 2008. Prior to this she has worked in the hospitality industry both in the UK and France in holiday parks and Ski resort hotels, with her job description even covering dressing up as the holiday park mascot, a giant pirate rabbit!
At home Bethany has several pets, a domestic shorthair cat Meeko, a Labrador Collie Cross Jasper and a Grayhound Anwen. Both dogs regularly make the 7 hour trip with her down to Cornwall to visit family, and love running up the beach although they are not fans of swimming!
Leanne Cunliffe
Veterinary Care Assistant
I worked as a Veterinary Nurse Assistant for just over a year at a busy small animal practice. Before that I studied a National Diploma and a Foundation Degree in Animal Management. Throughout College and University I have had the opportunity to work in various animal practice including dog groomer’s and pet shops. I have always been interested in animals and their welfare, trying to make a difference in an animal’s life. Joining Companion Care will give me the opportunity to progress and hopefully become a qualified Veterinary Nurse. In my spare time I love to exercise and socialise through Zumba. Currently have a rabbit called Jet and a slightly overweight crossbreed dog at home called Diesel undergoing weight management.
Paula Grandidge
Vet Receptionist
I have worked in the human medical field as a receptionist both here and in Canada for a number of years. I have never worked with animals before and already I much prefer it. I've been married to James for 16 years and have two cats, Paddy and Wilson. I love listening to music and going to concerts. I also enjoy watching comedy.
Diane Denton
Vet Receptionist
I have worked in customer service for over 10 years and really enjoy meeting people. I have an 18 year old daughter who currently works with horses. My interest in animals started at a young age and I’ve always wanted to work with animals so working at Companion Care and being able to meet customers and getting to know their pets is a really enjoyable job for me. I have quite a few pets - I own a horse, a German Shepherd, a Yorkshire Terrier, a cat, a rabbit, an African grey parrot, a Cockatiel, Two geese and my lovely cockerel! I also like to help the local RSPCA and in my spare time I like to walk my dogs and ride my horse.
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Companion Care Wakefield
Inside Pets at Home
Unit 3 Westgate Retail and Leisure Park
Ings Road
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 9SD
United Kingdom
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