About us

Andrew Clemence
BVMS MRCVS

Andrew is the sole owner of Fishguard Vets. He graduated from Glasgow University in 1986 and moved to Pembrokeshire in 1988. He has built a large client base, with some travelling the whole county and beyond for his expertise. Andrew enjoys any challenges that mixed practice brings and is at home carrying out dairy herd fertility, first opinion equine or undertaking technical medical or surgical small animal cases.
His biggest achievement to date was constructing a purpose-built practice, which opened in September 2015.
“I enjoy de-stressing by playing squash for the local team and water skiing our beautiful coastline. You can often find me trying out the local restaurants with my family.”

 

Pets owned: What hasn’t he owned! Currently, he has chickens, a cat called Walter and a Boston Terrier Violet.

 

Angus Clemence
BVMS MRCVS

Angus is a Director of Fishguard Vets. Born and bred in Fishguard, Angus qualified from Glasgow Vet School in 2016 and, after initially working at Fishguard Vets he moved to the Midlands to gain further mixed animal experience. The lure of Pembrokeshire and the chance to pursue his hobbies of surfing and waterskiing drew him back to Fishguard. Angus was excited to renew his relationship with our local clients and has great enthusiasm to involve himself in dairy herd fertility programmes, long term health planning on all farms, alongside developing his medical and surgical companion animal skills.

 

Pets owned: Frida, a Staffie and Nora a French Pointer.

 

Kyle Gurney
BVSc MRCVS

Kyle is the practice’s resident South African vet, occasionally known as Carl the Australian. If in doubt, ask for Rapunzel. He is from Cape Town and his love for animals stemmed from growing up around large dogs, cats, geese and horses. He has wanted to be a vet since he could talk and he hasn’t stopped talking about it since.
He studied at Onderstepoort University and has varied experience working at mixed practice clinics, including a rural agricultural college where he lectured students and hosted sterilisation campaigns. Kyle moved to Fishguard with his wife in 2023 on their honeymoon and has never left.
He has a special interest in small animal surgery and is currently developing his skills in orthopaedics and spinal diseases. He has a passion for education and loves sharing his knowledge with anyone willing to listen.
When cabin fever strikes, Kyle loves to visit horses and livestock on site.
Outside of work, Kyle enjoys working on his latest project vehicle. He also enjoys hiking, camping and cooking with friends. You may catch him in the local pub playing board games. He prioritises animal welfare, and believes in a culture of inclusivity and equity. Whether it’s a spanner or a scalpel, Kyle is happiest with a tool in his hand.

 

Pets owned: In South Africa Kyle has a rescue dog and 2 cats currently living their best life with his family.

 

Hanna Procter
BVMBVS MRCVS

Hanna grew up in London where the main animals around were scrawny foxes and odd-toed pigeons, but her animal passions began early. She is keen to work with all species, both farm and smaller pets in the practice. She graduated from Nottingham University in July 2023 and has started on our new Graduate Scheme. Fishguard promises to be a great adventure, both professionally and geographically, and Hanna is looking forward to developing her veterinary skills in this lovely community. Outside work, she is a keen whittler, and is always looking out for a good scrap of driftwood.
I’m so excited to meet all of the pets, livestock, pet owners and farmers of Fishguard. I can’t think of a more beautiful place to work!

 

Pets owned: Previously owned a black cat called Cindy, who has stayed in London with her preferred human, and a couple of foster kittens while at university. In the near future, hopefully a cat, or any other creature with sad eyes and no home that crosses her path.

 

Dotty Van Doorn
BVM&S MRCVS

Dotty grew up in Whitland, Carmarthenshire and could most often be found out and about in the countryside; walking, running or busy at her second favourite job: milking cows. Dotty graduated from the Edinburgh Vet School in July 2023 and following a period of travelling around Europe in an old campervan, is looking forward to getting stuck into all aspects of veterinary work in Fishguard. When not working at the vets, Dotty will most likely be found playing rugby or swimming in the Irish Sea.

 

Pets owned: Cats, Guinea pigs, a Jack Russel Terrier, Chickens and Degus.

 

Victoria Sichler
BVMS MRCVS

Originally from sunny south Florida in the US, Victoria found herself living abroad studying veterinary medicine at the University of Glasgow. After graduating in 2023, Victoria joined Fishguard Vets, desiring to work in a truly mixed animal practice, with a focus in dairy medicine. Victoria is interested in developing sustainable dairy systems and promoting the One Health approach. Passionate about making people feel seen and heard, Victoria also advocates for mental health in the veterinary profession. Raised in a coastal environment, Victoria is excited to return to the salt life and explore all Fishguard has to offer. In her time off, you can usually find her reading a book and exploring the town.

 

Pets owned: My family pets reside in Texas, including the cutest yellow lab named Bonnie and two British Shorthairs named Harry and Winnie.

 

Gunhild Myrset Davies
BVM&S, MRCVS

Gunhild is originally Norwegian, graduating from Edinburgh in 2004. She didn’t follow her mothers advice and got well acquainted with the welsh dairy farmers! Residing on a local dairy farm with her husband and three young children.

She is a part-time TB tester. There is never a dull moment as she is a member of the Newport Rowing Club and is on the Never Show Committee.

 

Pets owned: Gunhild is the proud owner of the Crugiau pedigree flock of Kerry Hill Sheep, in addition to her growing menagerie of give cats, two pigs, one goat and a few chickens!

Laura Howell
BVSc MRCVS

Laura graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2008. She has specialised in the area of bovine TB, including providing biosecurity advice and TB testing, which she has done exclusively for over fifteen years. Laura is available to conduct TB tests at times that suit our farmers, including during morning milking.

Pets owned: In her spare time Laura enjoys running, spending time on the beach and practising dog agility with her energetic cocker spaniel.