Alex

Veterinary Surgeon & Director

Originally born and raised in Slough, I made the move to Dalgety bay in 2002, and it has been home ever since.

I saw through the latter years of my education at Inverkeithing High School, and went on to do my veterinary undergraduate training at Edinburgh University, graduating in 2012.

I have built an established career in small animal GP and emergency medicine and surgery, working across many established clinics and hospitals in the North West of England and all over Scotland. In addition, I completed a four month stint at a very busy emergency hospital in Newcastle, NSW, Australia.

Opening and building a clinic that helps the communities, was an ambition that goes back to 2004. And in 2022, I decided I was ready to make this happen.

I enjoy all aspects of small animal work and take great pride in going that extra mile, for my patients and clients for their care and continuity.

Conor

Veterinary Surgeon

Conor graduated with honours from the University of Glasgow School of Veterinary Medicine in 2020, having also gained a BSc in Clinical Medicine in 2018. He is currently undertaking a PhD in veterinary cardio-oncology at Glasgow, with particular interests in echocardiography, internal medicine, oncology, and reproduction.

He has worked in practices across Fife and Glasgow, as well as at the University of Glasgow Small Animal Hospital. Conor offers:
• In-house heart scanning
• Travel and export certification
• Canine reproduction services

Alongside clinical work, Conor is an Associate Fellow of the Teaching Excellence Framework and lectures veterinary undergraduates at the University of Glasgow. He also collaborates on research into Pembroke Welsh Corgi health and welfare.

Outside of work, Conor enjoys classic cars and is an active member of the Welsh Corgi League, showing his young Corgi, Rowan, at local and national events.

Alan

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Originally from a small fishing village in the East Neuk of Fife, Alan moved from working in his family business to Veterinary Nursing in 2017.

Alan studied Veterinary Nursing at SRUC Barony college, he graduated with distinction in veterinary nursing in 2019 and enjoys all aspects of veterinary nursing with further interests in all around patient care and anaesthesia.

Alan likes to spend time with his wife and young daughter, keeping busy looking after his 2 cats and a young puppy at home. Alan’s other hobbies include going to the gym, walking, reading books and playing a variety of sports.

Ellie

Vet Care Assistant

Ellie qualified as a Veterinary Care Assistant in 2023 at the College of Animal Welfare. She has a strong commitment to animal welfare and patient care and plays an active role in supporting the veterinary team with a range of clinical duties and procedures. Ellie also helps maintain a calm, supportive environment for both patients and their owners, ensuring a positive experience within the practice.

Outside of work, Ellie has extensive hands-on experience caring for her own animals, including two horses, three sheep, five dogs, and two cats. In addition to her veterinary interests, she is a qualified nail technician and enjoys practising and developing her skills in her spare time

Katie

Administrator and Receptionist

Katie is our Administrator and receptionist and will often be the first friendly face you’ll meet when you visit the clinic. Katie has a warm, friendly personality and always happy to welcome you and your pets to the practice.

Originally from Erskine, Renfrewshire, Katie has over 10 years’ experience in dental nursing and is also a qualified beauty therapist. Outside of work, she enjoys long walks with her dog Alfie, cycling, exploring new places and going to concerts.

Katie is Alex’s partner and enjoys working together as part of a small, close and supportive team.

Emily

Practice Manager

Emily supports Alex and the team with the day-to-day running of the practice. Her responsibilities include reception, recruitment, HR, customer service, social media, and general office management.

Before joining the practice, Emily worked in recruitment, sales, and marketing, and has also run her own business, Crystalights, for the past eight years.

Emily and her husband, Tomas, have lived in Dalgety Bay since 2002. At home, they are kept busy by their three dachshunds, Coco, Rudi, and Blu, and their cat, Lana. In her spare time, Emily enjoys walking, wild water swimming, music, and exploring Scotland with Tomas and the dogs.

Emily is also proud to be Alex’s mum and loves being able to support her son in making his vision for the practice a reality.