Our Staff

Our Nurses

Wendy Humberdross C.V.N. and "Fudge" ~ Head Veterinary Nurse
Hi! My name is Wendy and I am a Qualified Veterinary Nurse here at Zillmere Vet Surgery. I have been part of our wonderful team since 2nd January 2003. I am a keen animal lover with a particular passion for our feline friends.

I believe that continuing education is a vital resource in providing our patients with the very best of care. With this in mind, I am always busy updating my skills. I have a special interest in surgical nursing, veterinary dentistry, and companion animal nutrition and have recently attended seminars in surgical nursing and behaviour. I have also completed online staff management and veterinary dentistry courses as well as a dentistry wet lab here in Brisbane.

I am a member of the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia, as well as the Veterinary Support personnel Network.

Animals are my passion, and caring for our patients makes each day exciting and rewarding. Feel free to come in and talk to me for any advice you require, or just come in and say hello!

Louise Anderson with "Neville" and "Nugget" ~ Veterinary Nurse

I began working with animals at a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Thailand working with injured and neglected animals such as a tiger, civets, monkeys and gibbons, definitely the highlight of my career!!.

I am the new adoptive mum of a very bossy stray kitten, Turbo by name and by nature, who has decided to own us. I have always owned big dogs and have never had a cat before so the learning curve has been very steep! I found the Kitten Kindy extremily helpful with learning ways to deal with the naughty things that kitties get up to. We also have two rats, Nugget and Neville. They were an interesting choice for pets, but are the gentlest little boys who love to snuggle, lick and explore! I have to say the big slobbery boofy dogs are still my favourites! I just can't afford the food bill!

I look forward to helping with your enquiries as best I can, please don't hesitate to call me for any reason......and remember.....when it comes to our pets, there are no stupid questions.

Victoria Koks and "Nicholas" ~ Veterinary Nurse

Hi, my name is Vicky and I am a proud veterinary nurse here at the Zillmere Vet Surgery. I am a keen animal lover, and love to learn new things and share this knowledge with others. As a result, I enjoy communicating with our wonderful clients whom also share a passion for providing the very best of veterinary care for their pets. I find the bond between pet and owner incredibly special, and feel honoured that I can be a part of this. I get satisfaction from my job by knowing I can and have made a difference for so many animals.

So please drop in and say hello! Whether you are stopping by for a visit with the vet, to ask questions or even to get your pet used to the clinic environment, you will always be welcome at the Zillmere Vet clinic! I love to chat, and I strongly believe in the motto, 'No question is a silly question, it's just silly not to ask them!

Chloe Rodgers ~ Trainee Veterinary Nurse

Hello, my name is Chloe and I’m currently studying to be a vet nurse while working here at the clinic. I completed my certificate II in Animal Studies last year, and this year I am looking forward to learning more about our furry friends. I have a West Highland Terrier and a Boxer myself, as well as a turtle. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know both you and the furry critters in your life, and all the stories they give us to tell.

Emma Baird and "Timmy" ~ Client Relations Administrator

Hi, my name is Emma and I am the Client Relations Administrator of the Zillmere Vets team. I started working here in July 2010. I have a real passion for customer service and animals so this role fits me perfectly :) My favourite part of working at Zillmere Vet Surgery is working closely with our wonderful team and meeting our lovely clients and their furry family members.

I have completed a Certificate in Animal Care and enjoy attending seminars to gain further knowledge to help our clients, as best I can.

I have two kittens of my own "Chilli" and "Pepper" who are highly entertaining and gorgeous! In my free time I enjoy going to the beach, photography and spending time with my family.

I look forward to meeting all of our wonderful clients and helping out in any way I can.

Our Kennel Hands

Megan Koks ~ Animal Caretaker

Hello! I work here after school and on Saturday mornings and my favourite part of this job is talking to the staff and clients. I love working here and I have so much fun meeting and greeting all of the lovely animals that come in here.

I am currently entering my first year of universtiy, graduating from St. Rita's College last year with an OP2. I will be studying a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Journalism and Creative Writing. When I am not enjoying working or studying, I love to hang out with my friends, go shopping, read books and listen to music.

Our Clinic Mascots

"Piper" ~ Resident People Greeter!
Piper is our resident People Greeter. When visiting our practice you will see her following our staff around, looking for some attention! She loves pats and cuddles, and is more than happy to accept your praises!

"Tim" The clinic cat! ~ Freeloader
Tim has been living here at the surgery since Karen bought the practice in October 2000. Originally presented as a stray for euthanasia, Karen decided he should have a new career as a feline blood donor.

He has now retired from that duty and his current responsibilities include purring, producing the occasional hair ball and breaking into any bags of canine low allergy food we are silly enough to leave within Timmy reach.