CareVets Rototuna

Jenni is our lead Veterinarian here at CareVets Rototuna. She graduated from Massey University in 1998 and has been practicing at CareVets since 2011. During her time at CareVets the clinic has grown from a single Veterinarian practice to the current 3-4 Veterinarian practice. She is an experienced, dedicated small animal Veterinarian who still enjoys the daily variation of general practice immensely. She has a particular interest in looking after geriatric patients with chronic health needs, educating and advising pet owners on the best way to care for their pets, as well as soft tissue surgery. Outside of work she loves family time with her husband and two children, keeping fit by going on endless walks and runs with “Bruno” the family Weimaraner, as well as relaxing in the garden and reading for enjoyment.

Amanda has been at the Rototuna clinic since 2021 after working in other Hamilton based clinics over the past 20 years. She graduated in London before travelling over to New Zealand for a 6-month locum job…. 21 years later, she is still here! She has completed her Masters in Veterinary Medicine and has a keen interest in internal medicine in not only cats and dogs but also in rabbits, guinea pigs and rodents. Amanda and her family live on 3 acres and have a menagerie of pets including calves, kid goats for Ag days at school, chickens, cats and dogs. As well as running a taxi service for her children and managing their sports teams she does baking for family and friends and enjoys getting out in the country for walks.

Dr Pippa returned to the CareVets family in 2024, rejoining the Rototuna team after taking time away to start a family. A Massey University graduate (Class of 2013), she brings over a decade of experience and a warm, community-focused approach to her work. Pippa enjoys meeting a wide variety of pets and their owners and values the connections she builds through both the clinic and local community groups. Outside of work, Pippa enjoys swimming, sewing, and spending quality time with her husband, two young children, and their dog, Juno.

Tristan graduated from Massey University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 2021. Initially working as a mixed animal veterinarian around the Waikato, he has since joined the CareVets Rototuna team in early 2024. Originally from Singapore, Tristan made the move to New Zealand in 2017 to pursue his veterinary degree and have since decided to settle down here for the foreseeable future. Outside of work, Tristan is an avid badminton player and enjoys travelling around New Zealand trying various restaurants and mini golf courses.

Sam joined the CareVets Rototuna team at the beginning of 2024. She began her career as a small animal nurse before spending a year in research, and now brings that valuable experience to our clinic. Passionate about both animals and people, Sam loves supporting clients from all walks of life with their pets’ health and wellbeing. She’s also a key team player, always ready to lend a hand and contribute to the positive environment at the clinic. At home, Sam dotes on her two much-loved dogs, Red and Doug.

Nat is the Lead Veterinary Nurse here at CareVets Rototuna. She has been with CareVets since April 2016 and joined the Rototuna team in 2019. Nat loves surgical nursing and has a particular interest in canine behaviour. You will also find her running our puppy preschool courses here in clinic. At home she has a German Shepherd, Mash (after the show not the potato) as well as 3 cats Ralph, Harvey and Eric. In her spare time she loves to be outside, helping on her parents dairy farm and cooking.

Amber started at CareVets in 2021 as a nurse assistant while she was studying. She graduated from Wintec with her Diploma in Nov 2021 and joined the team full-time doing nursing and front of house roles. She enjoys learning all aspects of Veterinary Nursing. In her free time Amber enjoys being out on the lake, wake boarding or binge watching her favourite TV shows. She has 1 cat called Sika.

Amber is a Veterinary Nurse here at CareVets Rototuna. She started at CareVets in 2022, whilst studying as a Veterinary Nurse at Wintec and attended work placement at two of the local CareVets clinics. In her free time she loves going out on adventures with her two dogs Shilo and Loki and spending time with family and friends. Her family and her live on a Goat and Dairy farm in Te Awamutu and have an assortment of animals, from lizards to chickens, ducks, sheep, pigs, rabbits, cats, and 6 dogs! Growing up Amber had always been passionate about animals. CareVets had given her an amazing opportunity to join the team and pursue more of her goals as a Veterinary Nurse. She enjoys expanding her knowledge here at CareVets with the amazing team.

Karen is a Senior Veterinary Nurse & Consulting Nurse here at CareVets Rototuna. She has been with CareVets since 2014 and has a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. She really enjoys preventative medicine and has a soft spot for elderly animals. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Abbie joined the CareVets Rototuna team in 2024 while completing her Diploma in Veterinary Nursing, and has recently graduated. She brings a calm and caring presence to the clinic, with a growing passion for all aspects of animal care. Outside of work, Abbie enjoys relaxing with a good book and spending time with her beloved rabbit, Inky.

Tama is the Lead Receptionist here at CareVets Rototuna. He has a certificate in Veterinary Nursing and has been working here at Rototuna since 2015. In his spare time he is quite partial to the odd general knowledge quiz night. He also has one furbaby of his own, Sherlock.

Bill joined the CareVets Rototuna reception team early in 2021. His other passion is wildlife rehabilitation; on various social media platforms you might know him as “Bill the Birdman”. In his after work life he enjoys time with his wife and their 3 dogs Poppy, Fly and Rufus on their lifestyle block.

Kylah is a part-time Receptionist here at CareVets Rotouna, joining the team in April 2023. She is currently studying Veterinary Nursing at Wintec. Kylah has 2 cats called Snuff and Chewy. When not at work she enjoys hanging out with friends and playing her guitar.