About Burford Lane Vets

Rachel graduated from Liverpool University in 1998, and has worked ]in small animal practice ever since, including for eight years at a practice in Lymm, where she progressed to become a partner in the business in 2017. She has also worked as a locum at a variety of practices, furthering her knowledge and experience. She has a particular interest in medical cases such as diabetes, heart conditions and renal problems.

At home she has a border terrier called Ozzie, two house cats, Skye and Tarley, and a smallholding with three ewes – an adventure that won’t be repeated! Her hobbies include walking in the Lake District and singing, for which she is a member of four choirs.

Sean graduated in New Zealand and spent three years in mixed practice before moving with his family to Warrington in 2002.

He has worked in small animal practice ever since, firstly at Beech House Vets in Warrington, and then as senior small animal partner at the Willows Veterinary Group. He has a particular interest in Shar Peis, and his reputation in the field attracts clients from across the country. He enjoys working in a practice he can call his own, with the freedom to make decisions to benefit his patients and his team.

At home he has a cockerpoo, Tane, and a cat, Maui, as well as five children, who keep him busy as a taxi service!

Niall graduated from Nottingham Veterinary School in 2017, and started his career at a mixed practice in Huddersfield. He joined the team in 2023 having gained a postgraduate certificate in diagnostic imaging as well as training in veterinary acupuncture.

At home he has two dogs, Watson the cockapoo and Bramble the lurcher, whose favourite activities are long walks in the Peaks and waking the family up at 5am for breakfast! He enjoys running – sometimes with his young daughter joining in her pram! – and supporting Welsh rugby.

Alexi saw practice with us for years before joining the team full time in 2024, growing up in Lymm and helping out between studying in Edinburgh and taking a placement in Australia. He has a keen interest in ophthalmology and neurology, but also just loves chatting with clients.

At home he has a cocker schnauzer cross and a leopard gecko, and he spends his spare time boxing, running and training for triathlons, as well as travelling whenever he gets the opportunity.

Gemma qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2005, adding a degree in Zoology in 2012.

She has extensive experience with small animals and exotics, both in general practice and emergency care. She is particularly interested in surgical nursing, radiography and laboratory diagnostics. When she heard of a new independent practice opening in the area, she was eager to get involved.

At home she has Sami the border collie as well as three cats: Layla, Finn and Summer, and enjoys exploring the natural world with her kids, playing the piano and painting watercolor portraits of her pets

Dannii has been working with animals since leaving school in 2008, and finished her training in 2021 to become a registered veterinary nurse. She cherishes the opportunity to build relationships with both clients and their pets and is proud to work for a practice dedicated to providing exceptional care.

At home she enjoys the company of her furry and shelled friends – Shuckle the tortoise and cats Kala, Treacle and Eldin. She relaxes by playing PC games, experimenting with new recipes, or playing one of her several purple guitars!

Kirsty has been working in veterinary practices since she was just 15 years old! She qualified as an RVN in 2019 and has gained valuable experience in busy small animal hospitals before joining our team in 2024. She loves to expand her nursing knowledge and achieved a diploma certificate in advanced nursing of small mammals in 2023.

She shares her love of adventure with her working cocker, Erin, who enjoys exploring and around whom no food is safe!

Georgie joined the team having previously worked in a livery yard, as well as a self-employed pet sitter and dog walker, and loves how every day in practice brings a new challenge.

At home she has quite the menagerie, including two rabbits, ducks, chickens and two dogs, Lily the King Charles spaniel and Molly the miniature schnauzer, who both love going on adventures and playing with the chickens! She also has two horses, Buttons and Pearl, and enjoys hacking out with them and getting them ready for competitions.

Maxine has worked as a receptionist for over a decade, having previously worked at Cats Protection.

She enjoys her front of house work, building relationships with our clients and their beloved pets. She has two dogs and three cats herself, and loves spending time with them and her family. Her dogs are Charlie the Yorkshire terrier and Maple, who was rescued from the meat trade in China.

Her cats are Blak Kat, Gertie and Boujee. In her spare time she enjoys walking on the beach and exploring forests.

Rebekah has taken every opportunity to be involved with pets since working as a pet sitter and volunteering at rescue kennels and catteries while studying animal management in Durham, following which she completed a degree in animal behaviour and welfare in Cheshire. After this she worked in a doggy day care before joining our team in 2024.

At home she has a rescue dog called Aubrey, who is a lovely cocktail of King Charles spaniel, Yorkshire terrier, Chihuahua and Pomeranian.

In her spare time she enjoys taking part in car shows and charity events with her husband as well as long walks to the woods or beach with Aubrey.

At home she has three dogs – Teddy the goldendoodle, Lola the French bulldog and a Labrador called Eden. In her spare time she enjoys walking holidays with her dogs and listening to as much live music as possible, whether that’s Robbie Williams and Olly Murs, or Metallica and Black Sabbath!

George is currently studying veterinary science at Liverpool University and is enjoying spending time with the team as his practical placement.

He is hoping to learn from the team and admires how the whole team is working towards the same outcome for the pets in our care, as well as our commitment to providing a personal service to every client and patient.

He has a border collie, Nell, who would make a terrible sheep dog, loving a good chase, but only if the target is smaller than a rabbit! George enjoys playing guitar, running and rock climbing in the mountains, and also volunteers at a local wildlife hospital.

She has four cats at home, three with her mum and one with her dad – Coco, Ronnie, Billie and Mavis. In her spare time she enjoys going to the cinema, rewatching the Lord of the Rings trilogy and gaming on her PC and Nintendo Switch with friends.