Meet our professional and friendly team of Vets, Nurses, Reception and Support Staff.
Edward Pettifer BVM&S PG Cert SAS MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
I qualified in 1998 from the University of Edinburgh and from there moved into mixed practice, where I enjoyed the variety of farm and companion animal care.
Ed has a keen interest in small animal surgery and game bird work. He completed his Post Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and he is also undertaking a second certificate in Endoscopic Surgical Techniques.
Outside of work Ed enjoys time with his kids and is well known for his passion for fly fishing.
John Sleigh BVMS MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
I joined the End Cottage team in 2016. Having attended the University of Glasgow, I qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 1986.
I have enjoyed an extensive career in mixed practice so far and have a special interest in companion animal surgery.
Away from the practice I’m a dedicated follower of sport and particularly enjoy watching my sons play rugby.
I am a keen outdoor enthusiast and can often be found skiing, mountain biking or playing golf, or letting my dog, Nellie, takes me for a walk.
Andrew Moll BVETMED MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
I joined the End Cottage team in 2016. After graduating from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 2004 I began work in mixed practice, becoming a practice partner in 2011.
I enjoy all aspects of mixed animal care and have a particular interest in companion animal medicine.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and ever expanding collection of horses, chickens and sheep.
I enjoy many outdoor pursuits and am an avid fan of any sports.
Inigo De Los Santos Respaldiza GP CertAnBeh MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Inigo studied in Spain (Madrid-AX & Santiago de Compostela-USC) & in the USA (South Dakota-SDSU) obtaining his Degree of Veterinary Medicine before moving to the UK 2011. He worked as a Vet at a charity veterinary practice and at a referral centre before joining the End Cottage team in 2018. He has a special interest in feline behaviour and holds GP certificate in Canine & Feline Behaviour (GP CertAnBeh).
Zoe Gilbert BVETMED MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Laura Moll BVETMED MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Scott Kerss BVMS MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
I qualified in 2016 from the University of Glasgow and went into an orthopaedic internship for a year before going into small animal practice. I joined the End Cottage team in 2018 and I am currently studying for a postgraduate certificate in surgery to further develop my skills and provide our patients with the most up to date treatment options.
Emmeline Robinson BVETMED MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Coming soon!
Rachel Teesdale BAVETMB MRCVS – Veterinary Surgeon
Coming soon!
Andrea Abba RVN – Head Nurse
In 2005 I started working at End Cottage vets, and went on to train to become a veterinary nurse, qualifying in 2015 as The College of Animal Welfares Student Of The Year.
In previous years I have supported nurse training within the practice as a clinical coach. This involves teaching and guiding students to become qualified veterinary nurses, but decided to give this up to allow me to focus on my main duties as Head Nurse.
My particular interests are canine rehabilitation and arthritis cases. I recently obtained a level 3 diploma in hydrotherapy and received training for class 4 laser therapy. I currently work between End Cottage Vets and Wicstun Hospital, where I hold weekly hydrotherapy and laser therapy clinics. At home I love spending time with my three dogs, Winnie, Nellie and Lottie.
Simone Richardson RVN – Deputy Head Nurse
I have worked at End Cottage since 1998 and started my veterinary nurse training in 2006. I qualified with merits in 2008 and was also named Student Of The Year.
I enjoy all aspects of nursing especially running weight and rehabilitation clinics. As a clinical coach I support our student veterinary nurses in their training and find this role particularly rewarding.
Emma Osborne RVN – Senior Nurse
I started my career at a practice in Selby in 2006 where I gained my Animal Nursing Assistant qualification with distinction which then allowed me to train as a Veterinary Nurse at The College of Animal Welfare in Leeds, passing with merit in 2011.
I started my career at a practice in Selby in 2006 where I gained my Animal Nursing Assistant qualification with distinction. I then went on to train as a Veterinary Nurse at The College of Animal Welfare in Leeds, qualifying with merit in 2011.
I joined the team at End Cottage in 2012 after moving to Howden.
I absolutely love veterinary nursing along with all the challenges in brings.
No day is ever the same and I love caring for all the patients that come to the practice every day. I am particularly interested in anaesthesia, surgical nursing and I am an advocate for feline friendly nursing in practice gaining my ISFM certificate in 2019.
I am currently undertaking the AVA BVNA Anaesthesia course to further my knowledge in this area.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my Husband and two young children, going for walks with our dog and watching our children play sports. At home I have a Jack Russell called fudge and 3 cats, All rescued from end cottage as strays. I also have a guinea pig and a bearded dragon!
Holly Allitt RVN
Holly joined the End Cottage team in 2016 after working at a local practice for three years. She went on to qualify with a Foundation Degree in Veterinary Nursing at Askham Bryan College. Following up shortly afterwards with a certificate in Emergency And Critical Care.
Not long after starting at End Cottage Holly gave a home to a rescue cat, Keith and a dog, Reggie. You may have seen our mascot Reggie posing as the ‘face’ of End Cottage and spends her free time walking him, socialising and riding her horse Rocky.
Alice De Little RVN
Johanna Freear RVN
I joined the End Cottage team in 2016 when I began my training as a Veterinary Nurse. I qualified with BSc Honours in June 2019 from Edinburgh Napier University. Since qualifying, I take particular interest in surgical nursing and emergency care.
I also have a love for hand-rearing and neonatal care. I love caring for our small furry patients like guinea-pigs and rabbits, and I really enjoy learning about feline medicine and behaviour. I hope to go on and achieve a Feline Nursing Certificate in the future.
I live at home with my 3 rescue cats Flint, Fearne and Stevie… and the odd hand-rear kitten!
Rebecca Beal – RVN
I came to work at End Cottage in August 2017 and in 2021 I qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
I enjoy all aspects of working in the veterinary industry and look forward to starting my veterinary nurse training at CAW Leeds in January 2019.
My husband, young son and I enjoy trips to the seaside and walks on the beach with our cocker spaniel in our spare time.
Amy Beevers – RVN
I joined the End Cottage team in June 2021 after graduating from Nottingham Trent University with a distinction in FdSc.
Since qualifying, I have discovered a particular interest in anaesthesia and surgical nursing. I am currently undertaking further study in anaesthesia through a BVNA course and wish to develop this further by completing a certificate in the future.
I am also passionate about monitoring and holistically caring for our hospitalised inpatients and animals recovering from anaesthesia, particularly in emergency care situations. I am a big advocate in raising awareness and improving the care and welfare of cats and rabbits.
At home, I love spending time with my three cats, two rabbits and two springadors. I also enjoy riding my horse, razzle dazzle, baking, painting and helping out on my family farm consisting of pigs, cattle, sheep and poultry.
Catherine Shires – Student Veterinary Nurse
In March 2021, Catherine started helping at End Cottage as a volunteer and recently started her Veterinary Nurse training at the College of Animal medicine in Leeds.
I’m very excited about the prospect of becoming a Veterinary Nurse and look forward to working towards my qualification. This will allow me to be more ’hands on’ and help with the treatment and recovery of patients in our care.
When not at work, I like to spend my free time snowboarding and roller skating, as well as taking my 2 pugs on hikes.
Julie Bielby – Receptionist
When given the opportunity to join the End Cottage team in 2016 as a receptionist I decided to give up my career in childcare to fulfill a lifelong dream of working with animals.
Outside of work I love to spend time walking our two dogs and spending time with my husband and four children.
Lynne Best – Receptionist
I’m Lynne one of the receptionists who started at End Cottage in May 2017. As well as working on the front desk I help to maintain the records for our practice Health Care Plan.
I have two grown up children, three grandsons, two cats Mabel and Tango and also Ada the border terrorist who keeps us all on our toes!
When I’m not at work you’ll more often than not find me sitting behind a sewing machine.
Annie Fielden – Receptionist
After finishing my university degree I got the opportunity to work at End Cottage and have been a part of the reception team since 2020. I enjoy the variety of the work, no day is ever the same. I am passionate about correct hamster care, frequently rescuing them and spend most of my time outside of work on the sofa with my old cat on my lap.
Santino Di Placido – Receptionist
Tino is one of our fabulous Reception team, joining us in 2019.
“I began working at End Cottage in April 2019 having previously worked in the veterinary industry previously in my home town of Leeds. I love meeting new people and their pets, and was so happy to be offered the opportunity to work again within the veterinary environment.
When not at work I’ll be at home with my two large dogs Lily and Caleb, my two large cats Leonardo and Marcello and not forgetting my life partner Jamie. I love movies, walking (fair weather), reading fantasy and playing loud music in my man cave …”
Isobel Bielby – Receptionist
Rebecca Hutton – Receptionist
Mary Barthorpe – Practice Manager
In 1993 after a career in the armed forces I was fortunate to be offered the opportunity to work as an accounts administrator for a local practice, and went on to become Practice Manager at the same surgery a few years later.
When invited to join the End Cottage team in 2012, I jumped at the chance to become part of such a well respected independent practice. I thoroughly enjoy helping to improve the service we provide and the diversity of my role here.
I try to keep fit by cycling, running, practising yoga and digging down at my allotment, where I also care for my adopted cat Alastair – when he allows it!
Claire Sparks – Administrator
I joined End Cottage in 1998 and have seen the practice develop into the success that it is today. I work mainly on the reception and also deal with a variety of administration duties.
When not at work I enjoy walking with my border collies, camping, skiing and socialising with my friends.
Kate Wilburn – Administrator
After many years as an interior designer I joined the End Cottage team in 2011.
You won’t often see me at the front desk as I spend most of my time in the office completing insurance forms and invoicing.
I have always loved animals and look after a rescue dog, horse and a cheeky Shetland pony
Laura Parker – Nurses Assistant
Laura joined us in 2018 and is a vital part of the nursing team.
After 10 years of working at a local boarding cattery, Laura decided that it was time for a change and joined the End cottage team in 2018.
“My role as a Nurses Assistant, involves maintaining high levels of cleanliness in clinical areas, holding patients for examinations and helping the nurses with day to day tasks.”
Outside of work Laura live with her partner and their fluffy family; 2 Samoyeds, a crazy Cocker Spaniel, 3 cats and 2 chickens!
In her spare time Laura enjoys spending time with her family, and taking woodland and beach dog walks. She can also often be found at her sewing machine!
