We are very excited to announce that Vetwest Rockingham is opening soon and Rockingham Vet Clinic will be joining us in a brand new practice on Enterprise Way.
New Veterinary Clinic In Rockingham
Your Local Vet Clinic in Rockingham
Vetwest Rockingham is coming soon! Due to open in early February we are situated right next to the Good Guys and Muzz Buzz, at 3/9 Enterprise Way in Rockingham. Find us just off Patterson Road, access is most direct via Merchant Drive or Pedlar Circuit or just down the road from Bunnings.
Vetwest Rockingham is a brand new hospital with new facilities and an extensive range of diagnostic equipment including a digital X-ray machine, anaesthetic monitoring, dental machine plus much more.
Dedicated dog and cat waiting areas support a less stressful environment for your pets, especially for cats. However, it's not just cats and dogs we see. We see rabbits, ferrets, birds and more!
Vetwest have been the local vets in Perth for 25 years, with 16 clinics from Clarkson to Mandurah. We exist today because Perth pet owners have been delighted with the compassion we provide to them and the care we provide to their companions. Vetwest Rockingham is no exception to this and our team is made up of people that truly love animals and have dedicated their working careers to veterinary medicine.
We can’t wait to give you a tour around our clinic so you can see the team and view the quality of our new facilities.
Rockingham Veterinary Clinic are joining Vetwest in a brand new clinic
As of early February 2019, Rockingham Vet will be joining Vetwest in a brand new larger practice. You'll continue to see Jessica, Amber, Wendy and the lovely nursing staff as we transition from Rockingham Vet to Vetwest.
The new clinic is only a 5-minute drive away from the old Rockingham Vet Clinic. As Vetwest, we will continue to provide all the veterinary services and patient care you are used to along with extended trading hours to make it easier for you to see us.
The same friendly team in new and upgraded facilities!
Booking an Appointment
Call us 7 days a week on 9404 1145 to make an appointment for your pet.
The new Vetwest clinic will be open in early February, but the friendly team at Rockingham Vet Clinic are happy to see your pets at 88 Parkin Street, Rockingham while we finalise the new clinic.
Contact Us
Address: 3/9 Enterprise Way, Rockingham WA 6168 (or 88 Parkin St Rockingham prior to open in early February)
Note - The best way to find us is just off Patterson Drive on the corner of Enterprise Way and Merchant Drive. We're right next to the Good Guys and Muzz Buzz.
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Phone: 9404 1145
Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours: (from early February)
Monday - Friday 7.30am - 7.00pm
Saturday & Sunday 8.00am - 5.00pm
Public Holidays Closed
Consultations hours apply
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Services We Offer
- Vaccinations
- Health Checks
- Desexing
- Surgery
- Free Nail Clipping
- X-Ray
- Dental cleaning and surgery
- Microchipping
- Pathology
- Plus much more!
Meet The Team
Dr Jessica Fawkes - Veterinarian
• Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
Jessica graduated from Murdoch University’s Vet School in 1991. She works exclusively in small animal practice and strives to stay current in an ever-changing and advancing profession.
Her experience includes several months as a volunteer veterinarian in the south Pacific, and a couple of years working in the UK, first as a new graduate and more recently for the 2009 and 2010 summers in northern England. She previously owned a successful veterinary clinic in Perth for 11 years before taking over the Rockingham Veterinary Clinic in 2011.
At home, Jessica has two dogs and Monty, an old Burmese cat who is the undisputed boss of the house. Jessica says, "When I'm not working, I enjoy reading, taking the dogs for walks, and cooking. I look forward to providing a caring and professional veterinary service to the Rockingham community for many years to come."
Dr Amber Leonard - Veterinarian
• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
Amber graduated from the University of Queensland in 2010. She spent two years in Mount Gambier, SA in a small animal and exotics clinic before moving to Rockingham in January 2013.
Amber says, "My interests in vet practice include ophthalmology, dermatology, birds, exotics and behavioural medicine. I have two dogs, BMO and Jimmy. When I'm not at work, I like reading, playing computer games, going to the gym and, of course, taking the two dogs to the beach."
Claire Webling - Practice Manager and Veterinary Nurse
• Certificate in Veterinary Nursing RC
• Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare
• Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare
I qualified as a veterinary nurse in England and worked there as a veterinary nurse for 8 years. I then came over to Perth and started my career with Vetwest in 2016 working at Vetwest Mandurah.
Along with my nursing qualifications, I also have a degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare and have a passion for puppy socialisation and behaviour.
I moved to Perth with my husband, 2 young daughters and my black labrador Comit. I also share my home with 2 cats Nemo and Olaf, which I have adopted from Vetwest. I am loving the outdoor way of life here, and enjoy taking my family to the beach and going camping.
Wendy Braddow - Veterinary Nurse
Wendy completed her nursing studies at Polytechnic West in 2010. Wendy worked in a vet hospital for two years in Perth before joining the Rockingham Vet Clinic team in 2012. Wendy lives in Rockingham.
Wendy says, "I really enjoy the varied nature of my work – it could, for example, involve nursing unwell pets, giving advice to pet owners about pet dental care or nutrition, supporting vets in surgery, and working with the team to ensure a caring, quality environment for pets & their owners.
"I like running, swimming, camping & travelling- often accompanied by my very sociable & energetic dog Cassie."
Danniell Strickland - Veterinary Nurse
Danniell studied Vet Nursing at Polytechnic West and did work experience at Rockingham Vet clinic in 2013. the team were so impressed with her, they kept her on after she qualified!
Danniell says, "I really like coming to work, and I particularly enjoy taking care of the pets in surgery, monitoring anaesthetics & assisting the vets.
"I have two cats Abby and Onyx, a dog Luna and a 2 year old son. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and cross stitch."
Elisha Blackie - Veterinary Nurse
Elisha graduated in 2015. She says, "I love veterinary nursing because it allows me to apply my love for animals and my love for caring for others into one amazing job."
"I have one cat called Moo - she is beautiful and has a lot of personality. I have a special interest in cat behaviour but love every animal under the sun. My hobbies are fostering cats/kittens and dancing!"
Samantha Cram - Veterinary Nurse
Sam graduated from South Metropolitan Tafe Bentley in 2018, although she began working with us whilst she was still studying.
Sam says, "I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of my job. Animals are and always have been my passion. Every day is different and it keeps me on my toes. I have a puppy named Bandit. In my spare time I enjoy taking Bandit on adventures, travelling, reading and playing sony.”