Dr Laura Schram
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
From a young age, Laura developed a deep love for animals—so much so that she’s always had more pets than she could count. During high school, she volunteered as a wildlife carer, rescuing and rehabilitating native animals such as koalas and kangaroos.
Laura has been a practising veterinarian since 2009, after graduating from the University of Melbourne. Over the years she worked in clinics across the western suburbs and Geelong before moving on to Vet 2 Pet. Known for her skill and passion for surgery, she brings a wealth of hands-on expertise to every case.
Laura purchased Vet 2 Pet to continue its legacy of compassionate, mobile veterinary care. She values the opportunity to treat pets in their home environment, believing it provides valuable insight—especially for conditions like skin disease, where surroundings can play a big role.
Wildlife and reptile medicine remain close to her heart. She continues to work with wildlife parks on occasion, treating a wide range of animals including goannas, crocodiles, camels, wombats, and kangaroos.
Dr Laura Schram
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
From a young age, Laura developed a deep love for animals—so much so that she’s always had more pets than she could count. During high school, she volunteered as a wildlife carer, rescuing and rehabilitating native animals such as koalas and kangaroos.
Laura has been a practising veterinarian since 2009, after graduating from the University of Melbourne. Over the years she worked in clinics across the western suburbs and Geelong before moving on to Vet 2 Pet. Known for her skill and passion for surgery, she brings a wealth of hands-on expertise to every case.
Laura purchased Vet 2 Pet to continue its legacy of compassionate, mobile veterinary care. She values the opportunity to treat pets in their home environment, believing it provides valuable insight—especially for conditions like skin disease, where surroundings can play a big role.
Wildlife and reptile medicine remain close to her heart. She continues to work with wildlife parks on occasion, treating a wide range of animals including goannas, crocodiles, camels, wombats, and kangaroos.
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Dr. Bridget McCusker
Veterinarian
Dr Bridget McCuskerBVSc/BSc (Vet) Hons Bridget graduated from Sydney University in 2013 with honours in BSc(Vet), doing a project in the genetics of behaviour. She grew up in Mount Gambier SA on a hobby farm and has wanted to be a vet since she was six years old. Bridget worked in small animal practice for 3 1/2 years before starting with Lara Vet2Pet in 2017 and has a special interest in small animal reproduction and pathology. She is also the proud owner of quite a few Shetland sheepdogs including Lana, Toby, Honey and Po, who she trains in agility and obedience when she has free time.
Dr. Bridget McCusker
Veterinarian
Dr Bridget McCuskerBVSc/BSc (Vet) Hons Bridget graduated from Sydney University in 2013 with honours in BSc(Vet), doing a project in the genetics of behaviour. She grew up in Mount Gambier SA on a hobby farm and has wanted to be a vet since she was six years old. Bridget worked in small animal practice for 3 1/2 years before starting with Lara Vet2Pet in 2017 and has a special interest in small animal reproduction and pathology. She is also the proud owner of quite a few Shetland sheepdogs including Lana, Toby, Honey and Po, who she trains in agility and obedience when she has free time.
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Dr. Maddy Afford
Veterinarian
Dr Maddy graduated from Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga in July 2020. She was born and raised in Ballarat, visiting her grandparents farm where her love for animals grew. Having raised lambs and calves, Maddy went to university planning to be a large animal vet, only to realise that she has a passion for the weirder pets and wildlife.
Maddy started in small animal practice before moving to New South Wales again to work in a small animal and exotic practice. Maddy is particularly fond of guinea pigs and bearded dragons.
Outside of work you will find Maddy being shadowed by her kelpie Lexi, reading a book or heading to the dog beach for a stroll.
Dr. Maddy Afford
Veterinarian
Dr Maddy graduated from Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga in July 2020. She was born and raised in Ballarat, visiting her grandparents farm where her love for animals grew. Having raised lambs and calves, Maddy went to university planning to be a large animal vet, only to realise that she has a passion for the weirder pets and wildlife.
Maddy started in small animal practice before moving to New South Wales again to work in a small animal and exotic practice. Maddy is particularly fond of guinea pigs and bearded dragons.
Outside of work you will find Maddy being shadowed by her kelpie Lexi, reading a book or heading to the dog beach for a stroll.
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Dr. Gabriella (Abbie) Dizon
Veterinarian
Dr. Abbie graduated from the University of Sydney in 2020. She worked in mixed practice for 4.5 years in Gippsland before moving to Geelong to work in Vet 2 Pet in June 2025. She has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and ultrasonography.
Dr. Abbie was born in the Philippines and moved around to different countries growing up before deciding to go to university in Australia. She owns a senior beagle boy, Boris, who lives with her parents overseas.
When not working Dr. Abbie is a homebody who enjoys several hobbies such as crocheting, doing paint by numbers and painting her nails.
Dr. Gabriella (Abbie) Dizon
Veterinarian
Dr. Abbie graduated from the University of Sydney in 2020. She worked in mixed practice for 4.5 years in Gippsland before moving to Geelong to work in Vet 2 Pet in June 2025. She has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and ultrasonography.
Dr. Abbie was born in the Philippines and moved around to different countries growing up before deciding to go to university in Australia. She owns a senior beagle boy, Boris, who lives with her parents overseas.
When not working Dr. Abbie is a homebody who enjoys several hobbies such as crocheting, doing paint by numbers and painting her nails.
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Beth Treble
Veterinary Nurse
Beth is has been a valued member of the Vet2Pet team for over 13 years. She began her career by studying at Box Hill Institute, where she completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Driven by a passion for ongoing learning and providing the best patient care possible, Beth went on to complete her Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (General Practice), as well as a Certificate III in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Outside of work, Beth enjoys spending time with her husband, son, daughter, and their much-loved Golden Retriever, Skeeter. She also loves walking and you will often see her hiking around the You Yangs national park, enjoying the local wildlife.
Beth Treble
Veterinary Nurse
Beth is has been a valued member of the Vet2Pet team for over 13 years. She began her career by studying at Box Hill Institute, where she completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Driven by a passion for ongoing learning and providing the best patient care possible, Beth went on to complete her Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (General Practice), as well as a Certificate III in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Outside of work, Beth enjoys spending time with her husband, son, daughter, and their much-loved Golden Retriever, Skeeter. She also loves walking and you will often see her hiking around the You Yangs national park, enjoying the local wildlife.
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Lauren Votava
Veterinary Nurse
Lauren has been a key member of the Vet 2 Pet team since 2015 and has worked in the animal care industry since the age of 14, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to her role.
She lives with her husband and their much-loved pets—two Shetland Sheepdogs, Daisy and Eevee, and two British Shorthair cats, Hugo and Betty—making animals the true majority in their home.
Outside of work, Lauren enjoys travelling and is a dedicated collector of all things Disney, combining her love for adventure with a touch of whimsy.
Lauren Votava
Veterinary Nurse
Lauren has been a key member of the Vet 2 Pet team since 2015 and has worked in the animal care industry since the age of 14, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to her role.
She lives with her husband and their much-loved pets—two Shetland Sheepdogs, Daisy and Eevee, and two British Shorthair cats, Hugo and Betty—making animals the true majority in their home.
Outside of work, Lauren enjoys travelling and is a dedicated collector of all things Disney, combining her love for adventure with a touch of whimsy.
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Liz Davies
Veterinary Nurse
Liz has been part of our nursing team since 2016 and has worked in veterinary nursing since 2013.
She lives locally with her daughter and their two cheeky Staffies, Harley and Hero, who are no strangers to mischief—especially Harley, whose claim to fame is having once eaten several heart-shaped silicone muffin trays, resulting in some rather impressive X-rays!
Although she has a soft spot for Staffies, Liz loves animals of all kinds. She doesn’t shy away from caring for those with feathers or scales, and has even nursed spiky echidnas.
Liz is a highly valued and integral part of our team, bringing experience, compassion, and a calm, capable presence to every shift.
Liz Davies
Veterinary Nurse
Liz has been part of our nursing team since 2016 and has worked in veterinary nursing since 2013.
She lives locally with her daughter and their two cheeky Staffies, Harley and Hero, who are no strangers to mischief—especially Harley, whose claim to fame is having once eaten several heart-shaped silicone muffin trays, resulting in some rather impressive X-rays!
Although she has a soft spot for Staffies, Liz loves animals of all kinds. She doesn’t shy away from caring for those with feathers or scales, and has even nursed spiky echidnas.
Liz is a highly valued and integral part of our team, bringing experience, compassion, and a calm, capable presence to every shift.
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Lauren Nicol
Veterinary Nurse
With a wealth of experience and a heart for patient care, Loz has spent the majority of her 15+ veterinary nursing career at Melbourne University Veterinary Hospital, specialising in the medicine department and oncology. She’s also worked in emergency, bringing calm, capable support to pets and their families during critical moments. Her greatest passion lies in providing compassionate, gold-standard patient care for every patient she meets.
At home, she’s kept on her toes by her golden retriever Winston and her adopted cat Mac. Outside of work, she loves spending time in nature with her family, whether it’s camping under the stars or casting a line on a quiet river.
Lauren Nicol
Veterinary Nurse
With a wealth of experience and a heart for patient care, Loz has spent the majority of her 15+ veterinary nursing career at Melbourne University Veterinary Hospital, specialising in the medicine department and oncology. She’s also worked in emergency, bringing calm, capable support to pets and their families during critical moments. Her greatest passion lies in providing compassionate, gold-standard patient care for every patient she meets.
At home, she’s kept on her toes by her golden retriever Winston and her adopted cat Mac. Outside of work, she loves spending time in nature with her family, whether it’s camping under the stars or casting a line on a quiet river.
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Anna Di Santo
Veterinary Nurse
Anna has been a dedicated veterinary nurse for over 13 years and brings a depth of knowledge and genuine care to the team. She studied at Victoria University, completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, as well as a qualification in animal grooming. With a special love for cat grooming and a strong passion for patient care, Anna is committed to making every pet’s visit as stress-free and positive as possible.
Outside of the clinic, Anna enjoys spending time with her young family, getting lost in a good book, and tending to her garden. She’s also a big believer in her new life motto – “buy the concert tickets!”
At home, Anna is kept busy by Doug, her much-loved Golden Retriever, who always ensures there’s never a dull moment.
Anna Di Santo
Veterinary Nurse
Anna has been a dedicated veterinary nurse for over 13 years and brings a depth of knowledge and genuine care to the team. She studied at Victoria University, completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, as well as a qualification in animal grooming. With a special love for cat grooming and a strong passion for patient care, Anna is committed to making every pet’s visit as stress-free and positive as possible.
Outside of the clinic, Anna enjoys spending time with her young family, getting lost in a good book, and tending to her garden. She’s also a big believer in her new life motto – “buy the concert tickets!”
At home, Anna is kept busy by Doug, her much-loved Golden Retriever, who always ensures there’s never a dull moment.
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Jennifer Meehan
Veterinary Nurse
Jen began her veterinary nursing career in 2002, completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at Box Hill TAFE. Since then, she has worked across a range of areas – from Head Nurse and teaching vet and vet nurse students, to wildlife care, zoo work, and nursing in the largest veterinary hospital in the Southern Hemisphere. Her career has also taken her abroad, gaining valuable experience in both the UK and Ireland.
Passionate about all animals, Jen has a special love for wildlife and has dedicated much of her time to their care and rehabilitation. At home, she is just as devoted to her own pets – Angus, her elderly cat she hand-reared as a kitten, and Morgan, her cheeky three-legged rescue.
Jennifer Meehan
Veterinary Nurse
Jen began her veterinary nursing career in 2002, completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at Box Hill TAFE. Since then, she has worked across a range of areas – from Head Nurse and teaching vet and vet nurse students, to wildlife care, zoo work, and nursing in the largest veterinary hospital in the Southern Hemisphere. Her career has also taken her abroad, gaining valuable experience in both the UK and Ireland.
Passionate about all animals, Jen has a special love for wildlife and has dedicated much of her time to their care and rehabilitation. At home, she is just as devoted to her own pets – Angus, her elderly cat she hand-reared as a kitten, and Morgan, her cheeky three-legged rescue.
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Wendy Trawn
Veterinary Nurse
Wendy Trawn
Veterinary Nurse
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Olivia Chenery
Receptionist
Olivia Chenery
Receptionist
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