Your local Mittagong Veterinary Team

Our veterinary team has been an integral part of our local community for years. In that time, we’ve helped thousands of our clients’ animals, both large and small! 

Below, you can get to know the team.
  

Joey Rheinberger

Senior Veterinarian and Director (BVSc, MANZCVS (Dairy Cattle Medicine) MVS MVSc )

Joey has been a veterinarian for 20 years. She has worked in both Australia and the UK during this time. Joey has practiced in Mittagong since 2009, in partnership with her Dad, Bob Rheinberger.

Joey has been awarded a double Masters degree through the University of Melbourne. Joey has also gained her memberships in dairy cattle medicine and is the current president of the cattle chapter for the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists.

Joey has both her bullcheck and pregcheck accreditation and is a registered AAV.

Current positions: President of the cattle chapter ANZCVS, Committee member ACV, auditor and Australian rep for the WAB

Joey is interested in both large and small animals with a special interest in reproduction.

She is pictured here with her dog, Ruby and her 3-legged cat, Edward.


Philip Hazzard

Senior Veterinarian (Bachelor of Veterinary Science)

As I approach 80 years young I am still in love with the science of Veterinary medicine .

We are entering exciting times as the technology and pharmacology of human medicine is becoming available to our animals.

My interests include the health and disease of the skin, the eyes, the nerves and the cat as a species.

I have a dog named Holly that loves to accompany me on my bike.

- Dr Philip Hazzard


Lachlan Pearson

Veterinarian (BVSc)

Lachlan started his veterinary journey in New Zealand where he participated in dairy farming and invested time into medical research behind the susceptibility of Cows obtaining Mastitis.

Upon graduating his Veterinary Studies through Massey University, New Zealand in 2014, Lachlan decided to start his Veterinary Career in a Mixed Animal Practice in Tasmania before moving to East Gippsland, Victoria.

Lachlan will be bringing along with him his extensive experience in anaesthesia, surgery and welfare for both small and large animals.

Lachlan loves looking after his beautiful daughter and their Chinchilla Cat, whilst keeping fit through his cross-country mountain biking.


Amanda Spitzer

Practice Manager (Certificate IV In Veterinary Nursing; Certificate in Office Administration; Certificate in Agricultural Studies)

Amanda completed a Certificate IV In Veterinary Nursing In 1999. She then obtained certificates in office administration and agricultural studies shortly after.

Amanda has worked in various clinics in the southern highlands and in Melbourne for veterinary wholesalers and global veterinary laboratories .

Amanda utilises her experience and knowledge when carrying out administration tasks for the clinic.

However, will always be keen to assist our Vet Nurses, especially when puppies are involved.

At home, she's busy mum of two boys and two 4 legged kids, including the (4 legged) one in her picture!


Isabel Harnett

Registered Veterinary Nurse (Certificate IV In Veterinary Nursing; Registered Veterinary Nurse)

Izzy grew up in the Southern Highlands where she found her love of animals. she gained experience and skill through her job at a local animal shelter and looking after Dingos. During her study Izzy gained placement with a busy, mixed animal clinic where she worked for a number of years. Izzy graduated her Cert. II Animal Studies in 2015 and her Cert. IV Vet Nursing in 2016.

Izzy brings her many years experience to create a caring and positive visit, for all patients large and small. Izzy loves all parts of her job, but is especially interested in surgery, pathology and wildlife.

When not at work, Izzy loves 4-Wheel Driving   and exploring the hiking trails around the Southern Highlands with her Golden Retriever, Billie.


Bella Mcmahon

Reception Manager

Hi I’m Bella, I’m excited to have just joined the Hoof and Paw family as a full time receptionist.

I come with three years experience in receptionist/administrative tasks.

I love animals and meeting new people. I look forward to welcoming you and your fur babies at Hoof and Paw soon.

- Bella Mcmahon


Millie Barrington

Veterinary Nurse

Milly joined our team in April 2024 as a qualified veterinary nurse and receptionist.

She enjoys all aspects of veterinary nursing, especially working with our larger species.

Milly is a local girl who grew up in the Southern Highlands and loves the great outdoors, especially camping and exploring with her dog Jojo.


  
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