Dr. Jade Ridsdale

Veterinarian

Dr Jade graduated from Murdoch University in 2012, fulfilling her childhood dream of becoming a vet. In January 2019 Jade joined the Greencross family. Since then she has worked in small animal practice in Western Australia, treating dogs, cats and a range of small animals and wildlife. Jade loves her career and has always been very interested in animals and passionate about their care. Jade enjoys everything about being a vet, but most of all enjoys improving a pet’s quality of life particularly as they age into the golden years and where she can, improve the unique bond between pet and owner. She likes to help people to better understand their pets and their needs. Jade also has a special interest in animal behaviour, particularly that of cats. Her fur family is composed of four well aged, lovely cats, complete with unique personalities and loads of affection, Xena, Misty, Link and Kiba.

Mackenzie Bell

Veterinary Nurse

Mackenzie is a Veterinary Nurse with special interests in small animal behaviour, physiotherapy and rehabilitation of small animals, and hopes to further her knowledge in these areas.

Mackenzie does not currently have any pets of her own but has a deep affinity for German Shepherds, Belgian Shepherds, Greyhounds and Golden Retrievers, and looks forward to adopting one in the future.

In her downtime, you’ll find Mackenzie on long nature walks or relaxing by the beach.

Nikki Ware

Veterinary Nurse

Nikki is a qualified Veterinary Nurse with a passion for animal behavior, pathology and medicine. She has a strong focus on staying up to date with the latest advancements in veterinary treatment and enjoys finding new things to learn and practice.

Outside of work, Nikki has 4 cuddly indoor cats that enjoy an extra large “Catio”, and 2 active dogs that love going for long runs at the nearby sports fields and dog park.

Melody Rocke

Veterinary Nurse

Melody graduated with a Certificate II Animal Studies and Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing from TAFE NSW in 2019 but, was born and raised in Perth Western Australia with her four other siblings. Melody honed her communication skills by working in the retail industry for over a decade and was so dedicated to transitioning into veterinary nursing, she completed her studies working full time. Melody adores all animals with goal is to work in wildlife conservation like her role model Steve Irwin – mind you she is not the biggest fan of spiders.

When she isn’t working, Melody likes to hang out with her friends go hiking and exploring all the wonderful sites and bites around Perth. Her best paw- friend is Indie and is a three year old Staffy, who is up there as one of the best pups in the world.

Eren Arthur

Practice Manager and Senior Veterinary Nurse

Eren is a qualified Certificate IV registered veterinary nurse and has been working in the industry for over two decades. She has a caring personality and is very compassionate when it comes to helping animals and their owners.
Prior to leadership roles at Ellenbrook she lead the team at Greencross Vets Ocean Reef for twenty years. During this period she initiated the Dog Hydrotherapy Rehabilitation Centre in 2003, which has gone on to educate our nurses in the field of rehabilitating patients.

Eren has volunteered at the Swan Animal Dog Haven and Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre for several years. Keeping to her caring nature, she has welcomed many strays into her house over the years, including cats, rabbits, chickens, birds and ducks. Currently, she has two cats called Ava and Neiko, a Moodle called Max, Schnauzer called Heidi, Rainbow Lorikeet called Teddy, Scarlet chested parrot called Starburst, multiple fish and a family horse called Dakota.