Nell Petraello

Veterinarian & Practice Owner

Since I could remember, I have always wanted to be a vet.  I grew up in South East Queensland and started pursuing my interests in animal studies after high school.

I completed a Bachelor of Applied Science specialising in Veterinary Technology and Animal Production at The University of Queensland, Gatton. 

Having worked as a veterinary nurse in a country town in WA, I had the opportunity to work with all types of animals including camels, llamas, chickens, horses and small animals.  I have travelled and camped throughout Australia and witnessed the magnificent wildlife the Australian outback has to offer. I have also travelled throughout Southern Africa and South America which exposed me to amazing wildlife and motivated my ambition to become a veterinarian.

I began my Veterinary Science studies in Perth WA and finished the degree at James Cook University Townsville.  Upon graduation, I worked for a local Townsville vet clinic and then at JCU Veterinary Hospital both in general practice. I particularly enjoy working with cats and dogs, chickens and avian species as well as small mammals.   

Addicted to the gorgeous weather and outdoor activities that North Queensland has to offer, my husband Shaun and I have settled in Townsville and consider ourselves locals.  I enjoy travelling, figure-skating, mountain biking, snorkelling, fishing and touch football.  I am mum to two young boys plus a ball-crazy Jack Russel named Roaty and a loving cat named Finnius.

Bennett Moncrieff

Veterinarian

Bennett graduated from James Cook University in 2014 and started with the team from Vet2UrPet in 2019. He is a Townsville local and has always loved the tropical outdoors lifestyle. Outside of work he enjoys fishing, gardening and camping. I am NRL mad and support the Cowboys every home game!

He enjoys most fields in small animal veterinary medicine, but his special interest is soft tissue surgery and chronic pain management. Dr Bennett is our amazing orthopaedic surgeon when Dr Kay isn't visiting and has performed many successful TTO's and fracture repairs!

He likes most of the species of animals that come through the door but he absolutely love dogs. He has two dogs named Frankie and Dora, a little cat called Poppy and 2.5m python called Psych. Bennett and his wife have recently welcomed a baby girl - Harriet.

Kayla Spragg

Veterinarian

Dr Kayla is a Townsville born and bred local & growing up in Townsville with a natural curiosity for all things animals, she had wanted to be a vet for as long as she could remember. She loves living in the tropics and in my spare time you’ll find her fishing, camping or exploring the great outdoors.

She graduated from James Cook University and started working in rural mixed practice before returning home to pursue her passion in small animal general practice. She has a special interest in canine and feline internal medicine, for which she received the Australian Small Animal Veterinarians award for small animal medicine upon graduating.

She is very much a cat person and has a spoilt ragdoll named Sadie. Kayla and her fiancée Jack recently introduced a new member into their family - Bungee, a kelpie cross who loves to help them with their house outdoor upgrades! 

Angela Adagra

Veterinarian

Dr Angela joined our team in 2022

Dr Angela graduated from Sydney University in 2004 

Rachael Chaffey

Veterinarian

Dr Rachael joined our team in 2022.

She graduated from James Cook University in 2021.

Kayla Apap

Veterinarian

I grew up in Tully on a banana and cane farm along side a variety of different animals. I made the move to Townsville to study veterinary science have have lived in Townsville since. I graduated in 2016 from James Cook University and have been working as a small animal veterinarian since graduating. I started with Vet2urpet at the beginning of 2020. 

I enjoy all aspects of small animal veterinary medicine however in particular internal medicine and soft tissue surgery. The part I love most about my job is being able to be a part of helping your beloved pets live healthy, happy lives. 

I have a cavoodle called Oakley who I adore. In my spare time I enjoy staying active, spending time with family and friends and travelling.

Kay Eccleshare

Senior Veterinarian

Please meet our visiting surgeon Dr Kay Eccleshare who is an expert in her field....

Dr Kay holds a membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) in small animal surgery, and has over 30 years of interest and experience in surgery. Examples of cases (not exclusive) that Kay commonly performs are:

• Cruciate surgery (DeAngelis or Triple Tibial Osteotomies (TTO) for full or partial cranial cruciate injury)
• Corrective osteotomies for limb deviation
• Patella luxation surgery
• Hip toggles for coxofemoral luxations
• Perineal hernia repairs (including more advanced cases) & anal sacculectomies
• Fractures of pretty much any description
• Ear surgery (lateral or vertical wall resections)
• Entropion
• Carpal and tarsal arthrodesis
• PennHip Radiography
• And much more!

On surgery day, we like to provide the best experience and care for your furry-friend, limiting the clinic to only ONE procedure per day so we can focus 100% on your pet.

Call us if you would like to have a chat to one of our friendly staff about your pet's problems that may be able to get corrected by Dr Kay.

Dr Ernie

Practice Mascot

Dr Ernie has been part of our business since the beginning and represents Dr Nell's jack russel terrier. He loves to give cuddles and mentor young children by educating them through our 'Pet Prep' Program at schools and Daycare's throughout Townsville. He has also competed in the annual 106.3FM Mascot Race. We love Dr Ernie!