About us
Here at Hillarys Vet, our team has unwavering dedication towards animal welfare. We are a locally owned and operated small business offering high quality care for your pets. Our modern clinic boasts up-to-date technology in a contemporary environment. Speak to our friendly team today.
Why you can rely on us
Our team will keep you well informed throughout your entire experience. We know that the wellbeing of your pets is of the highest priority to you. We believe no two animals' needs are the same. We feature a wide range of diagnostics, both in-house and through the use of external labs. Our team receives continuous education to stay current on advancements in veterinary technology and methodology.
Dr Caydee Jane Matthews
Practice Owner and Veterinary Surgeon
Dr Caydee has always had a special place in her heart for animals but only came into veterinary medicine in her late 30's. Prior to being a veterinarian she spent some time in Financial Crime Risk and has been lucky enough to live in several different countries including South Africa, Taiwan and Singapore.
Caydee and her husband moved to Australia in 2013 and she moved into animal care. She completed a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Murdoch in 2018.
Building Hillarys Vet is a realisation of a long held goal of business ownership and represents a dream come true.
We live with our lovely whippet Perkins; two independent cats, Harry and Lucy; and a loud, colourful Little Corella, Monroe!
During 2023 Caydee completed a Graduate Certificate in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care from the University of Melbourne. She is thrilled to have her practice open and be able to serve the animals in our community.
We have an amazing team and are look forward to seeing all our patients and their humans!
Dr Megan Stevenson
Veterinary Surgeon
Dr Megan has been in general practice in Perth for about 100 years (actually closer to 20). While she has seen and examined most things she is still constantly surprised and delighted on a daily basis by the creatures she meets. Over the years she has developed a love for managing skin disease (the itchier, the crustier the better!) as well as doing her best to solve medical mysteries so her patients feel better and can be living a well, pain free life like they deserve. She believes in open communication and strives to have the humans comfortable in understanding what's going on with their pets’ health.
Outside of clinic hours you will find her hanging with her daughter and her dwarf lop rabbit Nibbles or cycling away on her spin bike dreaming of playing golf and drinking wine in Italy.
Kass Baltgailis
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Kass has been working in veterinary clinics since 2018 and became a registered veterinary nurse in 2020. She has always been an avid animal lover, which led her to pursue a career in veterinary nursing.
Growing up in Canada, she owned a huge assortment of pets ranging from cats and dogs, to salamanders, turtles, bearded dragons, mice, degus and much more! Her current fur-family consists of two ferrets Loki and Pockets.
Kylie Driscoll
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Kylie graduated with her Certificate in Veterinary Nursing in New Zealand in 2012 and still absolutely loves the job.
Kylie and her husband have lived in Perth for the past 8 years and now call this amazing place home.
Kylie and her husband have two young girls who are 5 and 7 and multiple furry children. They have two dogs Gemma and George who you may see around the practice from time to time; two cats Rosie and Bibby; and a rabbit Popcorn.
Kylie has always had a passion for animals and can’t wait to meet you and your furry families in our amazing new clinic.
Bella Whyte
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Ever since she was a little girl Bella has always been fascinated with animals. As a toddler a typical day involved watching animal planet on repeat, so it made sense when she decided to study and become a veterinary nurse.
Bella began her nursing journey in 2021 at a 24-hour emergency hospital here in our northern suburbs, she gained the skill set to work in a fast-paced environment dealing with critical care patients.
Outside of work you’ll find her camping or going to the beach with her partner and his cheeky kelpie Reef; or snuggled up with her cat Mali and a good book. Bella grew up with two boisterous Staffie brothers Tank and Dozer! This has given all Staffies out there a special place her heart.
Corinne Power
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Corinne graduated as a Veterinary Nurse in 2008 and has worked in general practice as a registered Veterinary Nurse, largely in theatre and hospital / patient care roles, since 2010. She has a huge love for all things anaesthesia, pain management and care of geriatric patients… she’s somewhat of a nerd and is constantly taking part in courses and continued professional development to better her knowledge and increase standards for patients in her care.
In addition to a Diploma in Canine Myofunctional Therapy (massage therapy) attained through the Australian College of Traditional Medicine in 2018, Corinne gained her AVA/VNCA Veterinary Nurse Accreditation through the Australian Veterinary Association in 2023, something she wanted to achieve for many years.
Outside of work, she and her partner and have two human boys and one fur kid- Norman, their 15yr old Brussels Griffon. Together, they love camping, hiking, mountain biking and surfing.
Our veterinary services
We offer a wide range of veterinary services, including but not limited to general health checks, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgical procedures, radiographic imaging and dentistry. For more information, click on the link below. Alternatively, if you have any inquiries in regards to our services, reach out to our team via phone or email.
