About Us
At Pittwater Animal Hospital, our core purpose is to be passionate advocates for the care and wellbeing of the pets entrusted to us.
We have a strong professional work ethic and take pride in our hospital and its reputation. We aim to truly know our clients and their pets, building long-term relationships with families throughout the Northern Beaches.
As a team, we trust, rely on and support each other to provide excellent veterinary care in a warm, friendly and professional environment.
📧 Email Reception: reception@pittvets.au
What Makes Pittwater Unique?
For over 60 years, Pittwater Animal Hospital has been a trusted part of the Northern Beaches community.
One of our greatest strengths is the experience and stability of our team. Many of our veterinarians, nurses and support staff have worked together for years, allowing us to provide continuity of care and develop lasting relationships with our clients.
Our large veterinary team combines a broad range of interests and skills, while our dedicated nursing and client care teams ensure that both our patients and their owners receive the attention they deserve.
Our Management Team
Pittwater Animal Hospital is guided by an experienced management team who share a commitment to excellent veterinary medicine, compassionate patient care and a supportive workplace.
Our longstanding senior veterinarians, Dr Jill King, Dr Heidi Furber and Dr Eamon Grattan-Smith, bring decades of experience and a deep understanding of the hospital, its clients and the local community.
They are joined by Dr Juliet Smithyman, our Clinical Lead Veterinarian, who plays an important role in supporting our veterinary team, maintaining clinical standards and developing hospital protocols.
Sarah Yelavic, our Practice Manager, oversees the day-to-day operation of the hospital, while Abbi, our Head Veterinary Nurse, leads our nursing team and coordinates patient care.
Together, they form a knowledgeable and approachable management team, ensuring the different departments work closely together and that our hospital continues to provide excellent veterinary care.
Our Veterinary Team
Our veterinarians bring a broad range of experience in medicine, surgery, dermatology, dentistry, behaviour, diagnostic imaging and the care of exotic pets.
An important part of working in a large veterinary hospital is the opportunity to discuss challenging cases, share knowledge and learn from one another.
Dr Juliet, as Clinical Lead Veterinarian, helps coordinate this collaborative approach, supporting our veterinary team with clinical protocols, mentoring and ongoing improvements in patient care.
We regularly review treatment recommendations and advances in veterinary medicine to ensure we continue offering practical, evidence-based care.
Our Veterinary Nursing Team
Our veterinary nursing team is led by Abbi, who originally trained at PAH before gaining valuable emergency and critical care experience at NEVS.
Working closely with our senior nurses, Genevieve and Cara, Abbi helps maintain a caring, efficient and well-organised hospital environment.
Our experienced and training nurses work together to provide careful anaesthetic monitoring, hospital care, treatment and recovery support, with a strong emphasis on gentle handling and attention to detail.
We are particularly proud of the training and mentoring opportunities available within our nursing team.
Our Client Care Team
Our dedicated Client Care Team is jointly led by Kelly and Vanessa, who coordinate our busy reception area and support the wider team.
Their friendly and experienced receptionists manage appointments, enquiries, medication requests, hospital admissions and the many questions that arise when caring for pets.
Having a dedicated Client Care Team allows our nurses to concentrate on patient care, while ensuring clients receive timely communication and practical assistance.
Our Practice Manager
Sarah Yelavic has been part of PAH for many years and plays a central role in keeping our large and busy hospital running smoothly.
Sarah works closely with the management team, overseeing staffing, hospital operations, client communication and the many systems required to provide consistent veterinary care.
Her practical experience, calm approach and knowledge of the hospital make her an invaluable part of PAH.
Puppy School and Additional Services
Our experienced puppy trainer Veronica runs our popular Puppy School, helping puppies and their families develop confidence, good manners and important social skills.
We also offer the Pittwater Vets Cat Hotel, comprehensive preventative healthcare, advanced diagnostic services and access to visiting veterinary specialists.
Our Commitment to You
Although Pittwater Animal Hospital has grown considerably over the years, our approach remains the same.
We believe in good communication, compassionate care, well-trained staff and taking the time to understand the individual needs of every animal.
We are very proud of our large Pittwater team and the care they provide to our community.
For appointments or enquiries, please contact 9913 7979 or email reception@pittvets.au.
Important Changes
We are now closed on Sundays and public holidays, confident that our clients have access to excellent emergency care at Northside Emergency Veterinary Service (NEVS) during those times.
