Our Team

Our Team

Our dedicated and enthusiastic team are truly passionate about the jobs they do and are committed to providing the highest standards of veterinary care with compassion and empathy. Our staff come to work because they love what they do and we believe this positive energy transfers to our patients and their owners. Our happy, close-knit team help create a calm friendly environment putting your pet at ease from the moment they step foot in our building until they bound back out again.

Jenny Heath
PgC SADI
BVetMed(Hons)MRCVS

Founder, Director and Veterinary Surgeon

Natalie Pink RVN
NCert (Anaesth)

Founder, Director and Veterinary Nurse

Gayle Bardgett

Founder, Director and Practice Manager

Megan Sennitt RVN
CertVNECC

Veterinary Nurse

Sue Harris

Veterinary Receptionist

Amie Van der Hut RVN
NCert (ECC)

Veterinary Nurse

David Sparrow BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Aimee Dubben RVN

Veterinary Nurse

Richard Edwards
MSc MA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Tilly Brooks

Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Sue Howling


Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Anna Holden

Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Jo Holt
BSc BVSc MRCVS

Regular Visiting Veterinary Surgeon

Becky Heppenstall

Veterinary Receptionist

Lisa Robinson RVN
PGc A Phys N AVP

Visiting Veterinary Physiotherapist

Jenny Heath BVetMed(Hons) MRCVS
Founder, Director and Veterinary Surgeon

Jenny grew up in Worthing and after spending five years at the Royal Veterinary College in London,
decided to return to West Sussex to practice as a veterinary surgeon.

Jenny has completed a Postgraduate certificate in
Diagnostic Imaging and has a particular interest in advanced abdominal
ultrasound and heart scans. You will also find her on the list of Fear Free
Certified Professionals working not only to look out for your pets physical
health but also their emotional wellbeing.

Jenny shares her home with her bouncy Golden Retriever called Frisbee!

Natalie Pink RVN NCert (Anaesth)
Registered Veterinary Nurse
A true local, Natalie grew up in Pagham and has lived and worked in the local area ever since!

Natalie has a certificate in Anaesthesia and is an ISFM certified Cat-Friendly Veterinary Professional.

She shares her life with a range of creatures, including little Huckleberry the sausage, four cats- Bear, Bean, Boodley and Betty, Stavros the tortoise and Jiggy the horse.
Gayle Bardgett
Founder, Director and Practice Manager

Since graduating from University in 2003, Gayle has worked in a variety of roles, from being a photographer to working in maritime anti-piracy, but found the job she loves most when she started as a Veterinary Practice Manager in 2017.

Growing up Gayle had many different pets including dogs, cats, rabbits and even a goat called Billy!
Meg Sennitt RVN CertVNECC
Registered Veterinary Nurse

Meg is another local girl who grew up in Bognor Regis and, after leaving university, she has returned to work in the area as a veterinary nurse.

Meg has a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care and is an ISFM certified Cat-Friendly Veterinary Professional. She has a terrier, Sandy, who she rescued a few years ago and two guinea pigs called Maurice and King Julian!
Sue Harris
Veterinary Receptionist

Sue is local to the area and has worked in the veterinary industry for the past few years. She always has a smile on her face and is great with humans and animals of all kinds.

A font of knowledge, Sue has a variety of pets at home including, four dogs: Mia, Bella, Ava and Lola, Misty the Chinchilla and three tortoises: Gertie, Steve McQueen and Cary Grant!
Amie Van der Hut RVN NCert (ECC)
Registered Veterinary Nurse

 Amie grew up in Chichester and prior to becoming a veterinary nurse she volunteered at the Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre in Sidlesham. Whilst working at the centre Amie rescued two cats of her own, Lightening and Storm!

Amie has a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care and is an ISFM certified Cat-Friendly Veterinary Professional.

David Sparrow BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

After graduating from the University of Surrey Veterinary School, David has recently started his career here at Huckleberry’s. He has a keen interest in Dermatology, Cardiology and all things independent! 

 

Having grown up with more than 30 cats, dogs, and guinea pigs, it’s no wonder why he looks forward to meeting all of your treasured family pets.

Outside of work, David enjoys spending time with friends, hiking, climbing and working alongside start-ups.

Aimee Dubben RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse

Aimee grew up in Bognor Regis and before becoming a veterinary nurse she worked as a dog groomer.

She has two guinea pigs, Charlie and Lucas-Too and although she currently doesn’t have a dog of her own, Aimee is a trusted dog sitter and has usually got extra canine house guests!

Aimee is an ISFM certified Cat-Friendly Veterinary Professional.
Richard Edwards MSc MA VetMB MRCVS
Visiting Veterinary Surgeon

Richard has worked as a veterinary surgeon in West Sussex for the last 32 years. He brings to Huckleberries a wealth of knowledge and a keen interest in all creatures exotic!

Living locally with his menagerie, which includes many dogs, cats, horses, goats and peacocks, he will be a familiar face to many of you!
Tilly Brooks
Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Tilly loves animals in all shapes and sizes, whether with fur, feathers or scales, and has worked with animals ever since she left school!

She shares her home with a Labrador called Margo and has a horse called Inca who keeps her busy.

An absolute asset in all areas of the practice, we find it hard to understand how any clinic could operate without a Tilly!
Sue Howling
Animal Nursing Assistant

 Sue has worked in the veterinary industry for many years and will be a familiar face to many of you.

Sharing her home with five dogs, there isn’t much she hasn’t experienced when it comes to pet ownership, so she is great for a bit of advice and loves an excuse for a chat!

Sue is a very experienced breeder and can answer all of your puppy or breeding related questions. She also has a horse named Jiggy, who is always getting into mischief and keeps her busy in her spare time!

Anna Holden
Veterinary Nursing Assistant


Anna joined the Huckleberry team in July 2022. Working in all areas of the practice Anna can often be seen with a smile on her face and a mop in her hand… she keeps a tidy ship! 

Having worked with many of us at a previous practice Anna has slotted right back in and is an asset to have with us! 

She shares her home with 3 labradors, 2 Springer Spaniels and 2 very naughty Jack Russell’s along with her horse, Magic who is now 30 years old. 

Jo Holt BSc BVSc MRVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Jo graduated from Liverpool University in 2013. 

Loving all creatures great and small Jo started her veterinary career looking after large animals. She now lives on a farm and works here at Huckleberry’s, creating the perfect balance!

Jo has two collie dogs, Zaff and Badger, lots of cows and a fair few sheep- she is one busy lady!

Becky Heppenstall

Veterinary Receptionist

Becky joined the Huckleberry team in August 2023. 

Having worked as a veterinary receptionist since leaving school, Becky has plenty of knowledge and experience to share. Joining us from another local practice Becky knows the team well and will be a familiar face to many of you!

Becky shares her home with  a Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Kai and Cokey the cat!

Lisa Robinson RVN PGC A Phys N AVP Visiting Veterinary Physiotherapist

Lisa is a Registered Veterinary Nurse and Physiotherapist.

She is passionate about rehabilitation, and often works alongside the surgical team to speed recovery and maximise the benefits of orthopaedic surgery. But it’s not all surgical, Lisa’s skills include developing the fitness of sporting dogs and increasing mobility and reducing discomfort for injured and elderly patients.

You can read more about her work here www.physiotherapets.me.uk . Lisa predominately works in Fontwell at  www.121hydrotherapy.co.uk but Huckleberry patients will have the benefit of being able to see Lisa in a comfortable room here at the clinic.