Empowering Your Fitness Journey
Welcome to Northam Veterinary Centre, your trusted partner in the care, health, and well-being of animals, big and small. Our commitment to excellence is driven by our desire to strengthen the human-animal bond and promote responsible pet ownership. We aim to provide the highest quality pet and livestock care, supported by a competent and dedicated team who are always ready to offer advice and discuss all your pet and livestock needs.
Our Mission Statement
At Northam Veterinary Centre, we strive to create a friendly and caring atmosphere, where our clients and patients feel valued and respected. We believe that by practicing our core values, we can continually advance our veterinary clinic to maintain the highest standards of pet and livestock care. Our success enables us to reinvest in ourselves and provide an enjoyable, progressive, and rewarding environment for our staff and clients.
Our Team
Dr. Graeme Penno BVMS BSc: Our practice owner and veterinary surgeon, Graeme, graduated from Murdoch University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1992. He has since built a thriving mixed animal practice, serving both small and large animals in Northam. Graeme enjoys all aspects of mixed animal work and the relationships built with all patients and clients.
Dr. Shuen Tan DVM BSc: Shuen grew up in Malaysia and moved to Australia in 2014 to complete her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University. Shuen has a special interest in Surgery, Radioghraphy, and Ultrasonography. She has volunteered with animal health and desexing services in remote communities in the Kimberley region and Thailand.
Dr. Melody Ip BVMS BSc: Melody completed her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree from Murdoch University. She enjoys working with small animals, particularly cats and the occasional pocket pets. Melody has a special interest in soft tissue surgeries, veterinary ultrasound, and small animal emergencies.
Dr. Tom Clune DVM BSc: Tom graduated from Murdoch University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine. He is currently completing a PhD in reproductive wastage in maiden ewes. Tom enjoys travelling, bike riding, and gardening.
Lisa Penno: As practice Manager and partner in the practice, Lisa works hard to keep the team, patients, and clients happy and healthy. Lisa has a wealth of experience as a veterinary nurse and manager, having worked at Midland Vet, Murdoch Uni, and Northam Veterinary Centre.
Rene'e Wheeldenburg: Rene'e has been a part of the Northam Veterinary Centre team since 2003. She started her career as a Veterinary Nurse in 1979 at Northam Veterinary Centre and has since gained a wealth of experience in mixed animal practices.
Our Services
At Northam Veterinary Centre, we offer a range of services designed to meet your pet and livestock needs. Our services include:
- Preventative health care: vaccinations, deworming, flea, and tick control
- Routine and emergency surgeries
- Dental care
- Radiography and ultrasonography
- Farm animal services, including vaccinations, pregnancy diagnosis, and herd health planning
- Behavioural consultations
- End-of-life care and euthanasia
- Boarding and grooming
We believe that preventative healthcare is crucial to maintaining the health and well-being of your pets. We recommend regular check-ups and vaccinations, as well as preventative measures for fleas, ticks, and worms. Our team is committed to providing the best care for your pets and livestock, using the latest technology and best practices in veterinary medicine.
Thank you for considering Northam Veterinary Centre for your pet and livestock needs. We look forward to serving you and your animals.
Overall Experience
The reviewers at Northam Veterinary Centre have had consistently positive experiences with the staff and vets. They have commented on the caring and loving environment, with many saying that they feel at ease leaving their pets in the care of the centre.
Staff and Vets
The staff and vets at Northam Veterinary Centre have been praised for their professionalism, kindness, and understanding. They have been described as "helpful", "very polite", and "wonderful" in their interactions with owners and pets. The centre's vets have also been commended for their gentle and caring nature, especially in difficult situations.
Care and Service
The centre's care and service have been top-notch, with many reviewers mentioning that their pets have recovered well under their care. The centre's attention to detail and ability to keep owners informed have also been praised.
Cost
One reviewer noted that the centre's prices are reasonable and not excessive, unlike some other vets they have encountered.
Concerns
One reviewer expressed disappointment and frustration that the centre did not mention the titer test to them before, which resulted in their pets suffering from over-vaccination. They felt that the centre should inform clients about the titer test, as it is a critical part of preventative care.
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