Veterinary Surgeons

Guy Smith B.Vet.Med., MRCVS (Principal)

"Top dog", that's me in the middle.

Having read competitor's websites, it appears that vets are now expected to have a number of pets, a wholesome homelife, and a variety of extremely tame hobbies.

I'm going to address these points in order.

1. I'm not going to compromise the privacy of my pets for the sake of some shameless publicity shot. Well not on every page anyway. Mummy cat, Flesh, Ginger and Princess will not be appearing on this website, even though particularly Ginger and Princess are far more photogenic than that ugly Fred (above centre-ugly one). It's just that he likes coming into work, and so was on hand for the photo.

2. The Wife, Mother-in-Law, and Daughter that I mention, have all spent many hours at work, and are therefore somehow relevant.

3. If reading, eating and walking are the best you can come up with, it's maybe best to go with the line of "Providing 24 hour cover 7 days a week doesn't leave me a lot of time for hobbies. It's not just a job, for me it's a vocation. Fortunately even when I'm at work, I get time to eat, read and walk. I quite enjoy sleeping too."

Rebecca Bryant B.V.Sc., MRCVS

Becky started with us in Summer '09 as rather a Dachsund of the veterinary world. She has now grown into a valued member of the team, popular with both staff and clients. At the time of writing she's topping the "Thank you card" table this week.

My philosophy is to treat clients pets as I would treat my own- If Becky does the same, then we're going to be busy. Her dogs don't want for anything. They're constantly under veterinary surveillance, and have all manner of superfluous treatment.

Alistair Wilson, BVMS, MRCVS *Guest appearance*

Alistair is taking a break from his World tour, and has joined us for the Summer season. Let us know if you want him to stay longer. You can vote by phone, or e-mail. If we get enough votes, I'll set up a premium rate number, and then we'll be able to keep him for longer.

Niall Morton, BVMS, MRCVS * Relocated to our Carnoustie branch*

 (I'll leave the photo for comedy value!)

"Nice Niall" has gone back to his roots. Our receptionists have been counselling his fans, who now have the stark choice of either making the 6 hour journey to see Niall, or making do with one of us instead!

John Daft, BVM&S *End of range- discontinued*

John was our regular locum until he retired. We wish him well, (but wish he hadn't.)

Registered Veterinary Nurses

All 3 of our nurses are qualified, and on the RCVS Register. A "Grumpy old man" point of view is that I spent a lot of time and money on their training, only to have to pay them more now that they're qualified.

A more balanced view is that our patients will be nursed by trained professionals who are also homegrown. They provide a high standard of care, and help with the continuity of the practice.

Receptionists

We keep it in the family, and maybe that's a strength of our Practice. You'll usually find either my Wife or Mother-in-Law behind reception, assisted by a number of dogs.

"Beauty and the Beast" Competition

...Win a lifetime*'s supply  of pet food** if you can guess which is which.

Hannah Smith

Our youngest member of staff (aged 6 years) is away from the practice, having started an 18 year sabbatical to become a vet. Unfortunately since she's started school she now likes the idea of becoming a teacher, and it's possible that my retirement plans might be put on hold.

* Lifetime refers to a stick insect's lifetime. ** Pet food is privet which you will have to harvest yourself. Judges decision final. No correspondence will be entered into. Competition not open to Staff or relatives. No cash equivalent. Beware special offers. Always read the small print!