Cat Doctor Veterinary Hospital

Ashleigh is an experienced vet, graduating from the Royal Veterinary College in London, UK in 2013. She has recently made the move to live in Aotearoa, New Zealand looking for an improved way of life filled with more outdoor pursuits closer to the ocean. She has been working with companion animals since she graduated and has since completed a certificate in small animal medicine, training in acupuncture as well as gaining years of experience in dentistry, abdominal ultrasound and echocardiography. She has dreamt of working in a feline only practice for a long time and is particularly passionate about working with and improving the quality of life and comfort of the more geriatric pets. She has three cats of her own who are her absolute world; just ask and she will happily talk about them like a proud cat-mum!

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.

Shanon graduated from Massey University in 2015 and has spent his life surrounded by cats—an upbringing that shaped his commitment to low-stress, compassionate feline care. He strives to make each cat feel safe, understood, and at ease in the clinic. In his downtime, Shanon enjoys crafting stories, playing tennis, and relaxing at the piano.

Mit has been a dedicated veterinary nurse in New Zealand since 2020 and joined The Cat Doctor in 2023. With a passion for feline care and a compassionate approach, Mit is committed to supporting cats and their families, helping ensure every visit is calm and positive.

Gretchen graduated from Unitec in 2018 with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and started with the Vet Hospital Group in 2019. She decided to study vet nursing later in life after having a range of different careers. Gretchen has a particular passion for cats and their health and welfare. In her spare time, you will find Gretchen swimming, diving, and reading. She has a very spoilt ginger and white cat named Hamish.