Medivet The Vets Danbury

Our Practice, Facilities and Services

Medivet Danbury

Exceptional care for you and your pets

Led by partner and veterinary surgeon, Koot Kruger, our team here in Danbury are keen to help your pet lead a long, happy and healthy life.

Your pet is a beloved member of your family, and they deserve the very best care and attention.

We take pride in offering a personal and caring service and the highest standard of care to ensure your pet is well looked after.

Feel free to contact us if you need further information or advice, we are only ever a phone call away, and we are always happy to help.

Entrance and Parking Details:

Main entrance at the front of the building. Private car park at the back of the practice.

Medivet The Vets Danbury Services

The following services are available from Medivet The Vets Danbury:

Vaccinations
Vaccinations are essential for protecting your pet from a variety of life-threatening illnesses.
Fleas & Worming
Regular flea and worming treatment to keep your pet – and house – free from pesky parasites.
Pet Passports
We can issue pet passports so your pet can join you on your holiday.
Symptom Checker
An online, scientifically tested quiz that identifies how urgently your pet needs to see a vet.
Free Client Parking
Free client parking available onsite.
Street Parking
Plenty of street-parking available nearby.
Medications & Prescriptions
We can provide repeat medications and prescriptions for ongoing conditions – ask us for details.
Disability Friendly
Our practice features disabled access. If you have any specific requirements, please call us.
In-house Laboratory
Our in-house laboratory allows us to run tests and provide same day results.
Home Visits
We are able to offer home visits if you find it difficult to get to our practice.
Microchipping
A small and pain-free chip that helps reunite lost pets with their beloved owners.
Neutering
The best way to prevent unplanned pregnancies; an important part of responsible pet ownership.
Free Nurse Clinics
Our experienced nurses offer free expert advice on how to keep your pet healthy.
Vet Blood Supplies
Emergency blood products and courier available 24 hours.
ECG
An electrocardiogram is used to study the electrical activity of the heart.
Ultrasound
A non-invasive imaging technique used to examine your pet’s internal organs.
X-Rays
A diagnostic imaging technique used to investigate and diagnose diseases in your pet.
Operating Theatre
Our state-of-the-art operating theatre allows us to perform all major surgery onsite.
Dentistry
Our excellent dental facilities help us to care for your pet’s oral health.
Hospitalisation
Your pet will receive continuous, high-quality care throughout their stay.
15 Minute Consultations
To allow you enough time to ask as many questions as you wish.

Emergency Care

01245 227 227

Your nearest 24-hour centre is:

Medivet The Vets Southend 24 Hour Veterinary Hospital

We can transfer your pet to our very own 24-hour veterinary hospital in Southend, where our dedicated team will provide your companion with round-the-clock care in an emergency.

Here, we have access to state-of-the-art equipment which allows us to provide your pet with the highest standard of care. We also have 24-hour access to your pet’s clinical records – through our integrated system – so we can update you on your pet’s progress whenever you feel the need.

If we are closed and your pet requires emergency care, please call us as usual and our phone line will direct you accordingly.

Alternatively, please call the Southend practice directly on 01702 526 666.

Address

281 Eastwoodbury Lane Southend On Sea Essex

SS2 6UH

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Opening Hours

24 hours – 365 days a year

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Koot Kruger

Koot Kruger

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

I grew up on a farm in South Africa and after qualifying as a veterinary surgeon, I worked in a small animal practice in Johannesburg for a number of years. In 1998 my wife, Marisa, and I, as well as our two cats, Skat and Mata, moved to the UK.

Marisa and I worked in a small animal practice in Sussex and we joined Medivet in 2003. I became a branch partner in February 2004. We have two daughters: Ina and Retha.
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Marissa Kruger

Marissa Kruger

Veterinary Surgeon

I grew up in Pretoria and after qualifying as a veterinary surgeon, I worked in a small animal practice in Johannesburg for a number of years. In 1998 my husband, Koot, and I, as well as our two cats, Skat and Mata, moved to the UK.

Koot and I worked in a small animal practice in Sussex and joined Medivet in 2003. We have two daughters: Ina and Retha.
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Arnaud Jouve

Arnaud Jouve

Veterinary Surgeon

I hold a Masters’ degree in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Liege. My special interests lie within small animals and exotic animals. At home, I have a very nice blind cat called Gateta. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling and playing sports

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Kim Weston

Kim Weston

Head Veterinary Nurse

I started working for Medivet in 2007 as a student nurse and qualified in 2011. I then became head nurse of the Danbury branch. I have a keen interest in emergency and critical care and am currently doing a nursing certificate in this.

I have two cats which I took on as strays from work and a horse called Freddy.
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Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Student Veterinary Nurse

I Have been with Medivet nearly 2 and half years and am in my second year of nursing. I have a strong love for exotics and my clan at home include an albino rabbit, two cats, two chickens and two tortoises
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Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams

Student Veterinary Nurse
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Jemma Smith

Jemma Smith

Patient Care Assistant

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Dr Gareth Richardson

Dr Gareth Richardson

Regional Director and Senior Partner

I joined Medivet in 2003 and became a partner in the Southend practice soon afterwards. Since 2009, I have been a senior partner and have managed the Southend region.

I have slowly reduced my clinical work to concentrate on strategic clinical aspects for the group, as well as managerial duties, and I am enjoying all the challenges that this brings. I have a dog, a cat and a young child at home, and enjoy the outdoors, wildlife, off roading and martial arts in my spare time.
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Dr Timothy Richardson

Dr Timothy Richardson

Regional Director

I qualified in 1998 from Cambridge University and worked in mixed practice in rural Nottinghamshire before moving to London and working in small animal practice. In 2009 I bought and ran a small animal clinic in Richmond, south west London. In the winter of 2012 I relocated to Iceland, and was lucky enough to work in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. I spent time working in small animal practice and also for the Government Veterinary Authority, before leaving the glaciers and Northern Lights and returning to the UK in late 2016. I settled back into UK life working at a 24 hour hospital in north west London, and joined Medivet as Regional Director for the Southend region this October.

I live in London, and as is often the case with London living, my apartment is too small for pets! I have an Icelandic horse back in Iceland who I visit whenever I can. I enjoy all that London has to offer outside of work, including live music. I renovated an old timber house whilst living in Iceland, and have been bitten by that bug so I am looking for my next project here in the UK.
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Claire Smith

Claire Smith

Area Manager

I began working in veterinary practice in 1994, qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse in 1998.

I worked in clinical practice for 20 years, eventually becoming Head Nurse of a busy main centre of an 8 branch group. In 2014 it was time for a new challenge and I moved to the Medivet Group to become Area Manager of the Southend region. I have never looked back.

I enjoy the varied role and working with the amazing regional team. My job can be challenging but it is also very rewarding and I look forward to spending many years within Medivet family.

I am the proud owner of a dog called Charlie and a cat called Tatty.
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Gemma Cresswell

Gemma Cresswell

Assistant Area Manager

I started my veterinary career at Medivet Southend in September 2000, completing my first year of my veterinary nursing portfolio and qualification.

In the summer of 2002, I left Medivet and moved into the charity side of the veterinary world working at the PDSA and qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse. I worked with the PDSA from 2002 until 2015, gaining an abundance of experience in an extremely busy hospital and specialising in Schedule 3 Surgery, Ward Management and Nurse Clinics. I also progressed my career into management and oversaw the running of the nursing team and wonderful night team!

I returned to the Medivet family in July 2015 as Head Of Theatre at the busy 24hour hospital in Southend, progressing to Deputy Head Nurse and then receiving the promotion to Assistant Area Manager in March 2017.

I have a keen interest in neurological cases, and unashamedly obsessed with pugs. I am an avid dog rescuer - currently I share my home with my Pugs: Kiki and Ida, a chug called Herb and a crazy crossbreed called Fraggle.