Iain graduated in 1985 as a vet and has spent many enjoyable years working at BBVets since the early 1990s and is now one of the owner-partners of the clinic.

He enjoys the many aspects of vet clinic work but has a particular interest in internal medicine, radiology and ultrasound.

He lives on a small lifestyle block with his wife Julie, their four horses and cat. When not working he is often to be found out enjoying the outdoors: biking, tramping, swimming, horse-riding & skiing.  

Lianne graduated from The University of Queensland with a Veterinary Science (Honours) degree. Before joining us in 2022, she was working as a mixed practice vet on Waiheke.

Lianne is incredibly passionate about helping owners care for their pets with a keen focus on preventative health care.

In her spare time, you'll fiind Lianne sharing more about the role as a veterinarian on social media via the handle @yourvetlianne. When she isn't doing this, she is out rollerskating, enjoying the beach, dancing, meeting up with friends, crocheting or collecting/making earrings!

Eva graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from Massey University in 2021. Before joining us in 2023, she was working at the SPCA in Auckland.  Eva has a particular interest in Avian Medicine including wild bird rescue.

Eva grew up in China and speaks fluent Mandarin.

In her spare time, Eva likes to paint and play music.  

Kim has been a Veterinary Nurse since 1986 and has been working at Bucklands Beach Veterinary since 1994. She is passionate about animals and is thankful to work with an amazing team of people. She has had numerous pets over the years and currently has 2 dogs and 2 cats.

Outside of work Kim enjoys reading, baking and gardening.

Karen is now in her third decade working at the clinic after starting in 1987 as a newlywed. She and her husband Brett have raised three children and are almost entering the “empty nest” phase of their lives! The pets, clients and staff here at Bucklands Beach Vet Clinic have made this a dream job.

Deborah has worked at the clinic since 1997. She completed her qualifications in 1999 and gained a Certificate in Animal Care and Certificate in Veterinary Nursing. She enjoys the challenge of working in a busy environment and helping with the day to day running of the clinic.  

Deborah is married to Quentin and they have a daughter, Holly.  Prior to the arrival of Holly, Deborah was our Head Nurse.  She now works part-time, job-sharing with Karen Hill.  Deborah is a loyal member of the team and enjoys the relationships she has built with clients and their pets over the years.

Shauna graduated with a Diploma of Veterinary Nursing in 2021 and joined our team a short time later. Shauna grew up in West Auckland, before moving to Pakuranga.

Shauna has two cats, Gizzy & Rusty as well as two Labradors, Harley & Pippi.

In her spare time Shauna loves to be active, go for bush walks, swim at the beach and go to the gym. She also loves to bake.

Sophie joined our team in mid-2021 after completing a student placement with us earlier in the year.  Sophie finished her Veterinay Nursing Diploma at the end of 2022 & has been working full-time with us since then. Sophie is very passionate about all animals, but she especially loves cats.

If Sophie is not at work, she is most likely cuddling her fur babies, or spending time with her partner, friends or family.

Stacey started working for us in late 2020. She has a certificate in animal technology and is currently studying human nursing.

Stacey has a dog named Charlie.

In her spare time Stacey enjoys walking dogs, hanging out with friends and going to the gym.