Meet our staff
The practice team
Veterinary Surgeons: To qualify as a veterinary surgeon you must study for a minimum of five years at one of the seven veterinary schools. A passion for animals and science is essential.
Clare Buxton BVMS MRCVS & Peter Buxton BVMS MRCVS
Clare and Pete both graduated from Glasgow Veterinary School in 1999. Clare was born in Beverley and returned to Yorkshire working initially in mixed practice in Scarborough. Clare then worked for a long spell at the PDSA in Hull, interrupted only by a couple of maternity leaves. Before moving to Barton she spent 18 months working in emergency medicine and surgery.
Pete was born near Edinburgh and his first job was mixed practice in Beverley. In 2001 he moved to the Gables Veterinary Centre in Hessle which allowed him to focus on small animals and the opportunity to pursue his interests in surgery.
We both care passionately about our work. We aim to give the best of care to all our patients and their owners in a relaxed and friendly environment. We’re very keen to listen, please feel free to approach Clare, Pete or any other member of staff if you have any comments or suggestions about your practice.
We have two children, Eloise and Hannah, and three dogs: Meg is a female neutered greyhound from the SSPCA in Glasgow; Paddy is a neutered crossbreed, who was a stray from the Hull Animal Welfare; Lola (pictured right) is a female neutered Parson Jack Russell terrier and was bred by the Senior Nurse at Vets Now.
All our facilities would be worthless without our highly trained and skilled support staff:
Veterinary Nurses: A registered veterinary nurse has trained for 2 years to gain a national recognised qualification. Their training involves attendance at college over a 2 year period whilst working in practice and they must pass the examinations at the end of each year and produce a portfolio of work.
Their role involves assisting vets in theatre and monitoring anaesthetics, monitoring recovery of hospitalised animals. They take x-rays, scale and polish teeth, place animals on drips and take blood samples. They are responsible for laboratory testing of blood, urine and skin.
They run a range of nurses clinics which include:
- Free post vaccination puppy and kitten checks to 6 months of age
- Anal gland expressing
- Nail clipping
- Dressing changes
- Post operative checks
- Free weight clinics
- Behavioural advice and much more
We have 4 qualified Veterinary Nurses:
Laura Watson RVN
‘I have worked in veterinary practice for 6 years and became a qualified veterinary nurse in 2007. I have a cross breed dog called Holly who was abandoned at 6 weeks of age, she is now 8 years old and is a friendly little thing but unfortunately has a dislike for male vets. I am also now the proud owner of four rabbits, two French Lops called Dorothy and Douglas and two Belgian Hares yet to be named.
I enjoy horse riding , socialising and walking Holly.’
Anne Exton, Veterinary Nurse
Johanne Scott, Veterinary Nurse
Pippa Young, Veterinary Nurse
And 2 Animal Care Assistants:
Beth Eastwood
‘I have worked in veterinary practice for four years and worked at a stables as a groom for many years prior to this.
I am the proud owner of Amy. Amy is a 3 ½ year old Springador and was left tied up at Barton vets one very cold winter morning. I took her home that night and after failing to find her owner she became my best friend.
I enjoy walking, horse riding and exploring caves.’
Ayesha Shearsmith
‘You’ll mostly see me out the front at reception. I love to interact with all the animals and meet and greet the owners. Since being a little girl I’ve wanted nothing more than to work with animals. It is so rewarding everyday; it puts a smile on my face knowing I have helped in some way.
At home I have a lop-eared rabbit called Alfie, a ginger cat called Gizmo and a Lurcher cross called Tango. They are like part of the family and I wouldn’t be without them. I love to see Gizmo’s little face peering around the wall to greet me after a hard day’s work and Tango’s tail wagging, going like the clappers, she is always pleased to see me. Animals are a wonderful thing, they are there when you need them, make you smile, make you cry, listen when you want someone to talk to but most of all... ... they don’t tell!’