Say hello to the team
A caring team you can trust
​Compassionate and honest

There's no room for ego at Ripponlea.  We work with you and treat our patients like they're family

​​Knowledgeable, but practical too

​All of our staff are committed to ensure the latest veterinary expertise
is tailored to a solution that works for you and your pet

Dr Jennie

Vet & Hospital Owner

  • Jennie has lots of experience working in some of Melbourne's best vet hospitals
  • Jennie loves cats and has postgrad qualifications in cat medicine
  • Jennie is bubbly and friendly with careful attention to detail
  • Jennie, Michael and their two little boys love living in St Kilda with their cat Snowpuff.

Dr Kate

Vet

  • Kate has experience in leading Melbourne pet hospitals
  • Kate is especially focussed on helping our patients that need surgery at Ripponlea
  • Kate is calm, friendly and loves a chat
  • Kate and her family share their home with a dog called Sampson

Michelle

Practice Manager

  • Michelle is a qualified vet nurse, dog trainer, puppy preschool educator and pet minder
  • Michelle is friendly, kind and fun
  • Michelle knows lots about the best ways to feed and train your pet
  • Michelle and family have three furkids: Kevin the Cavoodle and the cats, Bruce Wayne and Trevor James​