OFFICE AND NURSES
A fantastic team of dedicated vets and caring
nursing and admin staff fully committed to getting the
best result for your all-important horse or pony.
Contact Us
(08) 9296 6666 (office hours & after-hours emergency)
admin@belvoirequinehospital.com.au
Lot 158 West Swan Rd, Belhus, WA 6069
Dale - Reception / Admin
Dale rejoined our team in April 2024, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for animal care. Having previously worked with us in both administration and nursing roles, she’s a familiar and valued face returning with even greater expertise.
Horses have always been at the heart of Dale’s life. She grew up on a Thoroughbred breeding and racing stud, which sparked a lifelong connection to the equine world. Her career has taken her from WA to Victoria and the UK, where she worked on Equestrian centres, Breeding properties, and racing stables, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of horse care and management. Dale holds a Diploma in Equine Business Management as well as a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, combining practical knowledge with professional qualifications allowing her to support both clients and colleagues.
When she’s not at work, Dale is likely to be out riding her horses – usually with friends, or training with her dog Abbey.
Carla - Accounts/reception
Behind every “good business” is a good woman and in this case it’s Carla.
Carla is our bookkeeper and accounts payable person, who manages to keep everything running smoothly. It is not uncommon to find her hanging onto a horse or manning the reception, something that was never in the job description.
Carla somehow manages to fine tune the running of the business between time spent with husband Michael and their two children Jackson and Hayley.
Fiona - Head Nurse
Fiona’s love of horses began at an early age. After the construction of the Redcliffe bridge at the age of 7 she would ride her bicycle across to Ascot and ask trainers if she could pat their horses… not much has changed, she can still be found sneaking a pat and cuddle from patients during their stay at Belvoir.
Fiona first joined the team at Belvoir as an eager work experience student in 2007, after many years owning and working with horses she decided that nursing would be the right career fit for her.
After seeing her potential Belvoir quickly snapped her up and offered her a traineeship. Upon completion of her qualification Fiona remained apart of the team for many years in the head nurse role. In 2012 Fiona flew the coop to spread her wings and see practice in other parts of w.a and n.s.w furthering her experience, knowledge and abilities, then returning to us in 2018.
Fiona’s main areas of interest and expertise include but are not limited to, all aspects of reproduction, anaesthesia, foal intensive care and general patient care.
When she’s not at work Fi spends her time with her children and her horses, with her main equestrian focus being Campdrafting.
Julia - Nurse
Julia has been riding and working with horses for almost her whole life. She is originally from Germany where she competed in dressage. Julia moved out to Perth in 2007.
Since then, she has worked at various studs and training centres, focussing on the education of young dressage horses and their general wellbeing. During this time she also became involved in other disciplines such as trick riding, working equitation and Showjumping.
As Julia became increasingly interested in the medical side of animal welfare, she decided to become an equine veterinary nurse in 2019 and graduated in 2021. She joined the Belvoir team in September 2021 and hasn’t looked back since!
In her spare time Julia still enjoys riding your horses and spending time with her husband and two children.
Carrie - Nurse Assistant
Originally from New Zealand, Carrie joined the team at Belvoir Equine Hospital in July 2025 after relocating to Perth. A lifelong equestrian, Carrie has been around horses quite literally since before she was born — with her first pony arriving before she did!
Carrie has a strong background in both the performance and breeding sides of the equine industry. She competed successfully in showjumping for many years and occasionally dabbled in eventing. After finishing school, she studied Health Science while teaching children to ride, combining her love
for horses with a growing interest in health and care.
Her professional experience includes working in successful racing stables and serving as Assistant Broodmare Manager at a prominent Thoroughbred stud in New Zealand. Now, in her role as Nurse Assistant, Carrie brings that hands-on experience and deep affection for horses to every aspect of patient care. She is passionate about equine health and is excited to keep learning and developing her skills in the hospital environment.
