Our Surgeons
Experienced Veterinary Surgeons in Perth
DR DAVID HOARE
B.Vet.Med.MRCVS
Dr David Hoare graduated from the Royal Veterinary
College in London in March 1970. He was in general
practice (Small Animal, Agricultural & Equine) until 1997
and a Partner in that practice since 1973. David emigrated
to Australia in October 1997 and started work at Port
Kennedy Veterinary Hospital in November 1997. Seeing the
practice’s potential David bought the hospital in April 1999.
David last worked as a general Veterinarian in 2006, but
maintains a keen interest in modern therapies and the
maintenance of excellence in the hospital. Currently the
Business Manager of Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital,
David was delighted to sell half of the practice to Dr
Margret Horsley in December 2012.
DR MARGRET HORSLEY
BSC BVMS (Hons) MACVSc
Dr Maggs Horsley graduated in 2000 from Murdoch. Prior to
graduation, Maggs was a veterinary nurse who qualified in
the UK in 1991. Upon graduation, she worked in private
practice for 6 months, before moving to MPEC, where she
worked for 4 years, running the emergency centre for her
final 2 years there. Maggs then performed locums around
the Perth area for 12 months, before staying here at Port
Kennedy, where she now is clinic manager and part owner.
Maggs obtained her MACVSc in Emergency Medicine and
Critical Care in 2005.
Maggs' interests lay in Small animal medicine and emergency with a special interest in cat medicine.
In Maggs' spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and cooking.
DR MARK PENHALE
BSc BVMS
Dr Mark Penhale comes from a long family tradition of
veterinarians including both his father and grandfather. He
graduated from Murdoch in 1991 and went into mixed
animal practice in country WA, where he worked from
Kunnunurra and Karratha down to Katanning and Albany.
His varied career has included stints at Perth Zoo, Murdoch
University and work in the UK and Asia.
Mark's special interests include wildlife, radiology, surgery and dentistry.
Mark's love of teaching, has seen him spend much of his free time over the years teaching vets in India, Indonesia and Africa.
In Mark's spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, as well as combining one his special interests, radiology with art, leading to some art exhibitions.
DR RACHEL BRIDGER
BSc BVMS (Hons)
Dr Rachel Bridger graduated from Murdoch in 1999 with first class honours. She worked in mixed animal practice upon graduation, before changing to small animal medicine.
Rachel has a special interest in Ophthalmology. Rachel's special interest has led her to teaching ophthalmology to final year vet students at Murdoch University.
Rachel has a love of both animals and travel and has combined the two by volunteering in various veterinary programs, particularly in India, Africa and Indonesia.
In her spare time, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and partaking in yoga.
DR NICOLE MCSEVENEY
BSc DVM
Dr Nicole McSeveney graduated from Murdoch University in 2018. Having worked with the Port Kennedy team as a student, Nicole was thrilled to continue her journey with the clinic as a qualified veterinarian.
Nicole has a special interest in surgery, particularly in soft tissue and orthopaedics. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development, having completed advanced training in TPLO and small animal surgery, among other courses. Nicole is currently working towards attaining her Memberships in Small Animal Surgery. In addition, she holds a Fear Free Clinician Certificate, reflecting her commitment to creating a calm and positive experience for her patients.
Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with friends, her beloved Dachshunds, and her cats. She also has a passion for collecting rare plants, travelling, entomology, reading, and exploring the outdoors.
DR JOSH SMITH
BSc DVM
Dr Josh Smith graduated from Murdoch University in 2019. Josh was delighted in receiving an offer to work for Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital after working here during his studies.
Josh has an interest in Small Animal Medicine and thoroughly enjoys exploring the different avenues Veterinary Medicine has to offer.
In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends. Josh also enjoys outdoor activities, travel and catching up with friends.
DR THERESA KOH
BSc DVM
Our Staff
Nurses and Admin Staff
MEGAN
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Meg started working for Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital in 2003 and is very experienced in all aspects of nursing. Meg is currently involved in the work experience programme, where she helps coordinate Animal Studies, Nursing students and Vet students within the clinic.
Meg lives locally and shares a home with her wonderful husband, her two boisterous sons and her cat, Zelda.
In the little spare time she has, Meg likes to relax with her artistic endeavours or reading a good book.
KAROLINE
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Karoline has been at the Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital since 2005. She is experienced in all facets of Veterinary Nursing and has a special interest in Surgical Nursing. Karoline has furthered her knowledge by completing a Post Graduate Veterinary Nurse Technician course.
Karoline shares her home and her lifestyle, with her foster fail, Jack.
Karoline loves to spend her spare time in the outdoors whether its Jet skiing at the beach or camping in the bush.
BEVERLEY
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Beverley has been at the Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital since 2012. She is a qualified Veterinary
Technician originally from Canada and is experienced in all facets of Veterinary Nursing. Beverley has a special interest in Rehabilitation and Feline Medicine. Beverley is currently our ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Ambassador.
Beverley shares her home with her husband, 3 boys, Deak and some feathered friends.
Beverley loves to support her family in their many sporting endeavours and enjoys time in her garden and with her beautiful pets.
KATRINA
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE & PET GROOMER
Katrina joined Port Kennedy Vets in 2004 as a qualified veterinary nurse. Previously she was employed at Cat Haven in Shenton Park in the kennels of the rescue shelter. Shortly after commencing work at Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital, Katrina also undertook training to become a qualified Pet Groomer.
Katrina shares her home with her husband, sons , their dogs Duke and Callie and a
posse of cats.
Katrina enjoys the gym in her spare time and outings with her family.
NIKKI
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Nikki has an extensive background in customer service and administrative duties. She started work with Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital in March 2011 after being selected to start a Veterinary Nursing Traineeship with the hospital. Nikki has since completed her studies and is now a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse.
She shares her home with her partner and two beautiful daughters. Nikki has two mischievous two dogs Ollie and Delilah.
Nikki enjoys reading a good book, swimming and spending time with her beautiful daughters and pets.
RIETTA
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Riëtta is originally from South Africa and came to Australia in 2013. She started out as a work experience student at Port Kennedy Vets and graduated at the end of 2014 as a qualified veterinary nurse. At the end of her studies she leaped at the opportunity to become a member of the Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital team. Riëtta has a special interest in exotic nursing and behaviour medicine.
Riëtta loves spending her spare time horse riding, reading, playing computer games and spending time with her friends.
LOREN
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE AND PET GROOMER
After bringing her fur kids to Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital for the past 8 years, Loren was delighted to join the team as Trainee Veterinary Nurse and Grooming Assistant. Loren has since finished her traineeship (2017) and continue on with Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital as a qualified nurse and groomer. Loren has undertaken further study in Emergency Nursing.
Loren lives in Port Kennedy with her husband and their two very loved adopted Jack Russell Terriers, Russ and Meg.
Loren enjoys spending her spare time socialising with lovely friends, upcycling furniture and nice walks with her dogs.
EMILY
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
Emily started working at Port Kennedy Vets as a newly graduated veterinary Nurse from AVT at the end of 2025. She completed her Bachelor of Animal Science and Animal Health at Murdoch University, before studying Vet Nursing.
Emily lives with her two fur babies who keep her active and entertained. Jasper, a very energetic Jack Russell Terrier, and Archie, a playful little chihuahua.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys going to the gym, reading books, writing poetry, spending time at the beach, and does local dog walking through MadPaws.
HANNAH
QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE
BRIDGETTE
NURSE TRAINEE
Bridgette joined Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital in 2026 while completing her placement for her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at South Metropolitan TAFE and has since joined our team. She is currently finishing her studies and is due to graduate in June.
Bridgette shares her home with her family and her German Shepherd, Lizzie. She enjoys working with wildlife and challenging herself to learn new skills.
Outside of work, Bridgette enjoys watching movies, baking, discovering new restaurants, and volunteering with WA Wildlife.
TRACY
RECEPTIONIST
Tracy was a long-term client of Practice with her many pets, who started working with us as a part time Receptionist in September 2021, bringing with her 30+ years of experience working in secretarial, admin and reception roles in the UK and WA.
Tracy shares her home with her husband, Lee and rescue pets; Ruby the Calico cat and 2 dogs, Parker, Bully mix and recent addition to the family Jackson, Rottweiler x Mastiff. Tracy is a keen advocate for rescue animals.
SYLVIA
KENNEL HAND AND PUPPY PRE-SCHOOL TRAINER
Sylvia started working at the hospital in 2013 as the clinics Kennel Hand, and is a trainer in pet dog training and agility. Not to mention supplies all the clinics needs in cakes and baked goodies.
Sylvia shares her home with her two working Border Collies, Tully and Seven, whom she trials in agility
competitions and herding, with both her dogs being highly successful.
KATI
KENNEL HAND
Kati joined Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital in 2025 after completing her Certificate III in Animal Care at South Metropolitan TAFE.
Kati shares her home with her partner, two cats, and many rats, and has a special interest in exotic animals and wildlife.
Outside of work, Kati enjoys painting, ceramics, reading a good book, and spending time at the beach.
BRIANA
VETERINARY STUDENT AND WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST
Briana is a veterinary nurse with hands-on clinical experience and a strong commitment to patient care and animal welfare. She is currently undertaking her veterinary degree, building on her practical nursing background to develop a comprehensive understanding of small animal medicine.
Briana has a particular interest in evidence-based care, hospital nursing, and supporting patients and owners through all stages of treatment. She is passionate about lifelong learning and aims to progress into veterinary practice with a strong foundation in compassionate, high-quality care.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending her time taking her dogs to the beach as well as little trips away.
ELLA
VETERINARY STUDENT AND WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST
Ella was delighted to be offered a receptionist position at Port Kennedy Vets in 2024. She is
currently completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University and is due to
graduate in 2028. Her favourite aspect of the job is working alongside and learning from such
incredible vets and nurses, and also gaining exposure to interesting clinical cases during her studies.
Upon graduation, Ella hopes to pursue mixed practice, combining her love of veterinary medicine with travel and volunteering. She has a special interest in wildlife and conservation medicine.
In her spare time, Ella enjoys horse riding, surfing, hiking and spending time with friends.
EMILY
VETERINARY SUTDENT AND WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST
Emily was overjoyed to become a part of the Port Kenndey Veterinary Hospital Team as a receptionist in late 2025. Currently, Emily is completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University and is set to graduate in 2028.
Emily holds a particular interest for small animals and great apes. She hopes both her studies and experience gained as a member of the Port Kennedy team will allow her to pursue a career in such fields.
At home, Emily cares for her calico cat named Sakura and her mackeral tabby Kabo.
When she isn't studying, Emily loves to do her nails, read and spend time with her pets, family and friends.
RILEY
VETERINARY SUTDENT AND WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST