Meet our team and find out a little more about the practice
As a practice, we offer a one-to-one service to all of our clients and their animals.
Calne Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Surgery And Equine Care
Here at Calne Veterinary Clinic, we understand that your pet in one of the family; so keeping them healthy is of the utmost importance. With over 20 years of experience, our qualified veterinary surgeons can advise on the best course of care for all types of companion animal- from dogs and cats, to rabbits and tortoises. To find out how we could help your pet, why not get in touch today?
Team Members
Irene de Best
Our principal veterinary surgeon, Irene has more than 40 years of experience in dressage, show jumping and eventing to European champion competition level. She has had success as an amateur jockey, and breeds rough collies and thoroughbred horses.
Kiri Brown
Kiri has just started as assistant Veterinary surgeon at Calne Vets. She graduated in 2006 and has worked in mixed Practice before moving to Wiltshire to join a local Small Animal Practice. She has a keen interest in cats and has a clowder of Norwegian Forest cats at home. She enjoys gardening and walking the chalk downs
Helen Turburville
Helen has just started as assistant Veterinary surgeon at Calne Vets. She graduated in 2011 and has worked mainly in Small Animal Practices. Helen has a young son and a family of guinea pigs. Helen enjoys walking and trekking
Christine Johnson
Nurse, Christine, has been with the practice for more than 11 years. She is an avid point-to-point and fitness enthusiast, having completed marathons. Lately, she is more likely to be seen out walking her Gordon Setter Abby.
Sarah Slade
Sarah is the practice manager and has been with us since the very start. A pet healthcare manager dealing with dietary management, Sarah has been in veterinary practice for many years. She enjoys travelling, cooking, reading, American Football and spending time with friends.
Viv Aplin
Our receptionist and admin coordinator Viv has been with the Practice for over 15 years. She enjoys walking, knitting, cooking, crosswords as well as travelling.
Dawn Deacon
After many years in Veterinary practice as a receptionist, Dawn has now started training to be a Veterinary Nurse and is attending Bath College. When not studying she enjoys walking her dog Burton, and keeps up her love of skiing when able. She has recently passed her nursing examinations and is now a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
Shannon Hobbs
Shannon has been a receptionist with us for nearly five years and has just returned to work after maternity leave. She has a lovely little boy called Louie. We are so pleased to have her back.
Shannon also has a handsome Dachshund called Milo who is a regular visitor at the practice
Joan Edwards
Joan has been a receptionist with us for over four years now. She provides a warm welcome for all pets and their owners. Making them feel less worried and stressed while they are visiting.
Joan enjoys walking her lovely Jack Russell Rosie, as well as being happy gardening and baking. She is always looking forward to her holidays in Cyprus