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Corner of Mill & Tristram Streets, (Opposite Waikato Stadium), Hamilton
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 6:30pm Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am - 4:00pmPet Doctors’ Vets and Vet Nurses share your passion for pets, because your pets, our patients, are our world.
We’re dedicated to making that world happier and healthier.
Our Tristram Street clinic was established in 1996 and has grown to become one of New Zealand's leading small animal practices.
Tristram Street is a fully equipped pet hospital with extensive medical and surgical services available. We can also offer the latest diagnostic techniques such as ultrasound, endoscopy and inhouse blood testing.
We have a boarding cattery attached for your convenience. Situated in central Hamilton city (opp Waikato Stadium) and open seven days a week to cater for any needs your pet may have.
We will always put your pets health and wellbeing first and are very fortunate to work alongside a bunch of the most dedicated vets, vet nurses and customer care people in the country.
The expertise and the latest equipment and high level of staff training that is available ensures that this is the only place we want to work. We are proud of our pain free policy that ensures that all pets go home post operatively with long acting pain relief.
Veterinarian - BVSc
Shanaka graduated at Massey University 2004, he has worked in Australia, UK and various clinics in NZ. Completing a small animal rotating internship at the University of Sydney 2006 and passed the Australian College Membership exams in Small Animal Medicine 2008. Shanaka’s special interests include internal medicine and imaging.
Outside of work Shanaka enjoys cooking, running and playing social soccer [when not injured].
Veterinarian
Aileen graduated at Bristol University 1996, initially being employed as a mixed animal Vet for 3 years in UK before leaving for her OE. Originally only planning to stay in NZ for 1 year but 16 years later Aileen calls NZ home. In 2010 Aileen joined Pet Doctors where she enjoys all facets of veterinary practice including soft tissue surgery and medicine. Aileen has done volunteer work in India with Vets Beyond Borders where she treated street dogs and educated local communities.
Outside of work Aileen enjoys running and exploring the countryside with her 2 ponies Rue and Mia.
Veterinarian - BVSc
Genevieve graduated at Massey University 2009.
Veterinarian - BVSc
Nicola graduated at Massey University 2004.
Veterinarian - BVSc
Sarah graduated at Massey University 2005, originally from Tauranga Sarah worked there before heading to Auckland and now settled in Hamilton with her Waikato husband.
Sarah has a Burmese cat Maddie which her parents have poached, not giving Maddie back when Sarah returned from overseas. Sarah is very excited to get another Burmese once her house has been built.
Outside of work Sarah loves hiking, cooking and hospitality. Sarah confesses to being a coffee snob and a competitive free-diver.
Veterinarian - BVSc
Fran is a Surgical Veterinarian at the Pet Doctors Tristram clinic and is extremely competent, with many years' experience both in New Zealand and the UK.
Fran is dedicated to providng the best possbile surgical practice in the clinic and her knowledge and experience is second to none.
Unfortunately, Fran has had to leave her two cats in the care of her mother in the UK, but loves being around animals. Ask for Fran at your next visit to Pet Doctors Tristram.
Veterinarian Nurse
Hannah studied animal care and vet nursing, completing her Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. She has now made the move from Hawera to Hamilton to begin her career.
Hannah has a Fox Terrier who is 11 years old and very spoilt. She also has two domestic short haired cats; 8 year old Milly and 2 year old Lucy.
Team Leader & Veterinary Nurse
Veterinarian Nurse - DVN
Kate is a valuable member of the Pet Doctors team at Tristram, with over 3 years' experience both in the UK and in New Zealand. With a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, Kate has a strong foundation of knowledge to assist you with any queries you may have or point you in the right direction. In particular, Kate has a particular interest in the realm of animal behaviour. Also, Kate is the proud owner of two black labs and two cats, who keep her busy! Ask for Kate at your next visit to Pet Doctors Tristram.
Samantha is new to the Veterinary industry, recently acquiring a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and joining Pet Doctors in 2014.
Client Relations
Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary Nurse
Your pets, our patients, are our world.
We're dedicated to making that world happier and healthier.