Takanini Veterinary Hospital

Megan is a 2006 Massey Graduate with the additional advanced qualifications of a 'Masters of Veterinary Medicine' (2012) and 'Membership to the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Science in Feline Medicine (2024). Megan has a special interest in Feline Internal Medicine (but still loves dogs) and works clinically across several of the Vet Hospital Clinics. At home Megan is kept very busy by her three children, husband, dog and cat but if she gets a spare minute she loves to spend time at the beach, reading a good book or savoring a fancy meal out.

Robyn graduated from Massey University in 1986 initially working in Clevedon and East Tamaki area as a farm vet before moving to the UK with her husband for several years. Robyn has been working in the South Auckland area for the last 12 years as a companion animal vet. Robyn was brought up on a dairy farm in Clevedon. Her family, the Lanes, have lived in Clevedon since the early settlement days. Robyn is an examiner for the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists and on the New Zealand committee of the College. She is a trustee of the charity Healthy Pets New Zealand which supports research into improved health and welfare for New Zealand pets. She completed her Masters in companion animal internal medicine (MVM) through Massey in 2011. Her research for her Masters thesis developed a novel surgical treatment for skin cancer on cats’ noses. She has a particular interest in internal medicine and dermatology. In her spare time (when she has any) she enjoys gardening, tramping or preferably a good book and glass of wine.

Graduating from Massey University in Palmerston North in 2023, Ananya joined the team in early 2024. She LOVES a good medicine case as well as diagnostic imaging. Out of work Ananya cultivates her vinyl collection, enjoys a good zombie flick and some retail therapy.

Donna is a senior Veterinarian, graduating from Massey University. She brings a wealth of experience to the team at Clevedon and Takanini. She enjoys nothing more than a good dental. Outside of work she lives on a farm and enjoys spending time with her horses.

Aimee is one of the first friendly faces you see when you arrive at the clinic. She has been at Takanini Vet Hospital for two years, providing clients with a high level of customer service and expertise. Aimee is a people person who loves making sure the team is happy - leading to happy clients. Living on a lifestyle block Aimee breeds speed horses, with her menagerie of animals including; 3 dogs, 2 cats, 5 goats, 2 cows and 7 horses so far....She is currently learning how to snowboard and loves a good margarita!

While studying in 2021 Schuyler joined Veterinary Hospital Group. She graduated in 2022 and started at Takanini in 2023. Schuyler has recently developed a passion for all things in cytology and diagnostics, she would love to further expand her skills in this area as well as dentals and radiology. When she's not in clinic Schuyler enjoys keeping fit by eating good food and going to the gym.

My name is Bella and I am DVN veterinary nurse. Outside of nursing and caring for your pets you’ll find me on a horse competing up and down the country in the dressage ring.

A new addition to the team at Takanini Michelle is a part time senior nurse. She has been qualified since 2008 and enjoys the medical side of veterinary nursing, such as taking blood, placing IV catheters and filling prescriptions. Michelle enjoys participating in Polo, making beautiful candles, yoga as well as spending time with family and friends, having a good glass or two of wine.

Emma graduated in 2023 and then joined the Takanini Team not long after. Her passion lies with caring for neonates as well as performing puppy and kitten consults with clients. Out of work Emma enjoys hanging out with friends and family as well as going for walks with her pets.

As a dedicated veterinary nurse, Tori provides skilled, compassionate care for your pets —whether it’s during routine checkups, surgical procedures, or recovery. While she enjoys every aspect of the job, Tori’s passion lies with neonatal care and educating new owners on how to be the best pet parents they can. In her spare time you can find her hand raising a bottle baby (or two), reading a good book, spending quality time with her 3 Frenchie’s (and husband), or outside with her horse Shiloh.

Hi my name is Stacey, I’m a bachelor qualified veterinary nurse. I’ve been nursing for over 8 years, and absolutely love it! I have a keen interest in anaesthesia and love being involved in surgical procedures. In my spare time, I enjoy going to the gym, going for runs spending time with friends, family and my Bichon Zeus!