Dr Zoë Adams
Senior Veterinarian and Director (BVSc, BHSc, MaVBM, MRCVS)
Dr Zoë is the proud owner and senior veterinarian of Meadows Veterinary Centre. Zoë grew up in the Adelaide Hills and completed her veterinary degree at the University of Sydney. Upon completion, she undertook an Equine Internship in the United Arab Emirates, and from here has had a varied and interesting career working in dedicated equine practice, mixed practice and small animal practice in the UK, UAE, Oman and Kuwait. Her time in the Middle East, also saw her have the opportunity to work with exotic species ranging from gibbons, koati, sharks and penguins to seals, rhinos, elephants and big cats!
Zoë's main interests lie in surgery (soft tissue and orthopaedic), small animal internal medicine, and emergency and critical care. Surgery is her favourite, with emergency procedures at the top of her list.
She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the practice and is keen to continue to extend the range of procedures and services that can be provided by the clinic.
Outside of work, Zoë likes to keep active. She loves training at the gym, horse riding (especially dressage), skiing and sports of any kind. She also enjoys travelling as much as possible, with an incurable travel bug,
Dan (Practice Manager) & Zoë are proud to solely own the clinic and believe strongly in maintaining a family practice offering a high quality of veterinary care, at all times, for all creatures, great and small.
Dr Zoë Adams
Senior Veterinarian and Director
Dr Zoë is the proud owner and senior veterinarian of Meadows Veterinary Centre. Zoë grew up in the Adelaide Hills and completed her veterinary degree at the University of Sydney. Upon completion, she undertook an Equine Internship in the United Arab Emirates, and from here has had a varied and interesting career working in dedicated equine practice, mixed practice and small animal practice in the UK, UAE, Oman and Kuwait. Her time in the Middle East, also saw her have the opportunity to work with exotic species ranging from gibbons, koati, sharks and penguins to seals, rhinos, elephants and big cats!
Zoë's main interests lie in surgery (soft tissue and orthopaedic), small animal internal medicine, and emergency and critical care. Surgery is her favourite, with emergency procedures at the top of her list.
She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the practice and is keen to continue to extend the range of procedures and services that can be provided by the clinic.
Outside of work, Zoë likes to keep active. She loves training at the gym, horse riding (especially dressage), skiing and sports of any kind. She also enjoys travelling as much as possible, with an incurable travel bug,
Dan (Practice Manager) & Zoë are proud to solely own the clinic and believe strongly in maintaining a family practice offering a high quality of veterinary care, at all times, for all creatures, great and small.
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Dr Erin Taylor
Senior Veterinarian (BSc DVM)
Dr Erin is a 2014 veterinary graduate from the University of Adelaide who grew up in the Adelaide Hills. She still lives in the area with her ever-expanding fur family, which includes dogs, cats, horses, goats, alpacas, and chickens.
Erin has spent her career focusing on small animal practice and has experience working in a large emergency and critical care facility in Adelaide. She has a particular passion for small animal medicine, with skills in ultrasound, complicated medical cases, and surgical procedures.
In her spare time, Erin likes to engage with her own animals, walking her dogs and riding her horses. She also has an interest in equine bodywork and massage, and when she is not occupied at the Clinic with small animals, she can be found helping horses feel better in their bodies.
Dr Erin Taylor
Senior Veterinarian
Dr Erin is a 2014 veterinary graduate from the University of Adelaide who grew up in the Adelaide Hills. She still lives in the area with her ever-expanding fur family, which includes dogs, cats, horses, goats, alpacas, and chickens.
Erin has spent her career focusing on small animal practice and has experience working in a large emergency and critical care facility in Adelaide. She has a particular passion for small animal medicine, with skills in ultrasound, complicated medical cases, and surgical procedures.
In her spare time, Erin likes to engage with her own animals, walking her dogs and riding her horses. She also has an interest in equine bodywork and massage, and when she is not occupied at the Clinic with small animals, she can be found helping horses feel better in their bodies.
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Dr Kate Werfel
Veterinarian (BSc DVM)
Dr Kate is a 2022 graduate from the University of Adelaide and after completing a placement with us during her veterinary studies, she couldn't resist coming back!
Kate grew up on a property in the Clare Valley surrounded by animals of all kinds. She quickly developed a love for both farm and domestic animals, having horses and a dog of her own, whilst also showing stud cattle. This background solidified her interest in working in a mixed country practice and helping any animal that might walk through the door! Kate has a particular passion for equine medicine, having spent much of her youth with horses and working for an equine vet throughout university. She has completed her postgraduate certification in equine dentistry and is developing a growing interest in small animal surgery and ultrasound. Kate is currently the Equine Vets Australia (EVA) young member state representative for 2025.
Outside of work, Kate enjoys being outdoors, exploring new places both in Australia and abroad, cooking and enjoying good food (especially French cuisine), and relaxing with a great movie or two!
Dr Kate Werfel
Veterinarian
Dr Kate is a 2022 graduate from the University of Adelaide and after completing a placement with us during her veterinary studies, she couldn't resist coming back!
Kate grew up on a property in the Clare Valley surrounded by animals of all kinds. She quickly developed a love for both farm and domestic animals, having horses and a dog of her own, whilst also showing stud cattle. This background solidified her interest in working in a mixed country practice and helping any animal that might walk through the door! Kate has a particular passion for equine medicine, having spent much of her youth with horses and working for an equine vet throughout university. She has completed her postgraduate certification in equine dentistry and is developing a growing interest in small animal surgery and ultrasound. Kate is currently the Equine Vets Australia (EVA) young member state representative for 2025.
Outside of work, Kate enjoys being outdoors, exploring new places both in Australia and abroad, cooking and enjoying good food (especially French cuisine), and relaxing with a great movie or two!
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Dan Adams
Practice Owner/Manager
Dan, alongside his wife Zoe, proudly owns Meadows Veterinary Centre. With a background in teaching and administration, he brings a wealth of organisational and management experience to the practice, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. While his professional path wasn't originally in veterinary care, Dan has always been passionate about animals.
Since meeting Zoe, Dan has always been a keen visitor to her workplaces, developing a deep involvement in the rehabilitation of wildlife. During his time in the Middle East, he fostered and helped rehabilitate primates, lion cubs and kangaroos - victims of the illegal wildlife trade. Since returning to Australia, he has continued his work in native wildlife care, often bringing home orphaned animals from the practice.
Beyond his dedication to animals, Dan is a passionate gardener and is currently developing a native garden around the practice. As a keen apiarist, he enjoys beekeeping and strives for a sustainable lifestyle. His two Border Collies, Shogun & Kraken, are constant companions, learning the ropes of livestock work under his guidance.
Outside of practice and farm life, Dan is an avid traveller, having explored 87 countries to date. He's also a passionate snowboarder, scuba diver and golfer.
Dan Adams
Practice Owner/Manager
Dan, alongside his wife Zoe, proudly owns Meadows Veterinary Centre. With a background in teaching and administration, he brings a wealth of organisational and management experience to the practice, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. While his professional path wasn't originally in veterinary care, Dan has always been passionate about animals.
Since meeting Zoe, Dan has always been a keen visitor to her workplaces, developing a deep involvement in the rehabilitation of wildlife. During his time in the Middle East, he fostered and helped rehabilitate primates, lion cubs and kangaroos - victims of the illegal wildlife trade. Since returning to Australia, he has continued his work in native wildlife care, often bringing home orphaned animals from the practice.
Beyond his dedication to animals, Dan is a passionate gardener and is currently developing a native garden around the practice. As a keen apiarist, he enjoys beekeeping and strives for a sustainable lifestyle. His two Border Collies, Shogun & Kraken, are constant companions, learning the ropes of livestock work under his guidance.
Outside of practice and farm life, Dan is an avid traveller, having explored 87 countries to date. He's also a passionate snowboarder, scuba diver and golfer.
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Stephanie Watson
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Steph is a fully qualified veterinary nurse with over 17 years of experience in the veterinary industry. Her passion for working with animals began at 14 when she started her first job as a kennel hand, and it has only grown since.
In the clinic, Steph finds the greatest fulfilment in surgical nursing and providing quality-of-life care for our older patients. She is deeply committed to helping clients ensure their animals enjoy their final years to the fullest, offering both professional and emotional support.
At home in Macclesfield, Steph is kept busy with her 2 young boys, her husband, and their chicken, "Noni Hazelhen". When she is not caring for animals, Steph enjoys gardening, reading, and catching up over coffee with friends.
Stephanie Watson
Veterinary Nurse
Steph is a fully qualified veterinary nurse with over 17 years of experience in the veterinary industry. Her passion for working with animals began at 14 when she started her first job as a kennel hand, and it has only grown since.
In the clinic, Steph finds the greatest fulfilment in surgical nursing and providing quality-of-life care for our older patients. She is deeply committed to helping clients ensure their animals enjoy their final years to the fullest, offering both professional and emotional support.
At home in Macclesfield, Steph is kept busy with her 2 young boys, her husband, and their chicken, "Noni Hazelhen". When she is not caring for animals, Steph enjoys gardening, reading, and catching up over coffee with friends.
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Megan Gatehouse
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Megan is a qualified veterinary nurse who has been working in the industry since 2020. Growing up on a farm in Ashborne, she developed a deep love for animals, including a passion for Highland cattle, which continues to drive her enthusiasm for veterinary care.
Megan is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and works tirelessly to advocate for her patients, ensuring they receive the highest standards of veterinary support and attention.
In her free time, Megan loves staying active, spending time with her partner and their Staffy, Dudley, making homemade cheese, propagating orchids in her greenhouse, and is always on the lookout for the best schnitzels in South Australia.
Megan Gatehouse
Veterinary Nurse
Megan is a qualified veterinary nurse who has been working in the industry since 2020. Growing up on a farm in Ashborne, she developed a deep love for animals, including a passion for Highland cattle, which continues to drive her enthusiasm for veterinary care.
Megan is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and works tirelessly to advocate for her patients, ensuring they receive the highest standards of veterinary support and attention.
In her free time, Megan loves staying active, spending time with her partner and their Staffy, Dudley, making homemade cheese, propagating orchids in her greenhouse, and is always on the lookout for the best schnitzels in South Australia.
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Olivia Coates
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Olivia is a qualified veterinary nurse with over 12 years of experience in both general practice and emergency/critical care.
Her lifelong passion for animals began with a beef farm, where she was surrounded by a variety of creatures. Olivia's deep connection with horses has been a constant throughout her life, and she has worked as a professional show-groom, travelling and working with exceptional high-level performance horses and riders.
Before joining the Meadows team, Olivia spent several years in emergency and critical care. However, she was eager to expand her knowledge and skills in large animal veterinary care.
A dedicated patient advocate, Olivia takes her role in patient care very seriously. She also has a strong interest in nutrition, and is committed to helping animals achieve their ideal weight or improve their overall health. Olivia also has experience of working with wildlife, having previously been a wildlife carer and often stepping in to care for orphaned animals.
When she is not working at Meadows, Olivia can often be at SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital), in Emergency and Critical Care, as she continues to develop her ECC expertise.
Outside of work, Olivia enjoys riding and working with her horses, running with her red and tan Kelpie Barry, and keeping active with Pilates. She also loves spending time with her two mischievous foster-fail domestic short-haired cats, Willis and Soot.
Olivia Coates
Veterinary Nurse
Olivia is a qualified veterinary nurse with over 12 years of experience in both general practice and emergency/critical care.
Her lifelong passion for animals began with a beef farm, where she was surrounded by a variety of creatures. Olivia's deep connection with horses has been a constant throughout her life, and she has worked as a professional show-groom, travelling and working with exceptional high-level performance horses and riders.
Before joining the Meadows team, Olivia spent several years in emergency and critical care. However, she was eager to expand her knowledge and skills in large animal veterinary care.
A dedicated patient advocate, Olivia takes her role in patient care very seriously. She also has a strong interest in nutrition, and is committed to helping animals achieve their ideal weight or improve their overall health. Olivia also has experience of working with wildlife, having previously been a wildlife carer and often stepping in to care for orphaned animals.
When she is not working at Meadows, Olivia can often be at SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital), in Emergency and Critical Care, as she continues to develop her ECC expertise.
Outside of work, Olivia enjoys riding and working with her horses, running with her red and tan Kelpie Barry, and keeping active with Pilates. She also loves spending time with her two mischievous foster-fail domestic short-haired cats, Willis and Soot.
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Alex O'Brien
Client Relations
Alex is the newest member of the Meadows Team and brings with her a wealth of experience from several years in the veterinary industry.
She has a special passion for feline care and proudly refers to herself as the "crazy cat lady", dedicating much of her time to helping rehabilitate sick and injured cats from across Adelaide. She is also deepening her clinical knowledge of large animals and is always eager to learn more.
After recently relocating back to the Adelaide Hills, Alex has rediscovered her love of hiking and, in her spare time, does enjoy reading.
Alex O'Brien
Client Relations
Alex is the newest member of the Meadows Team and brings with her a wealth of experience from several years in the veterinary industry.
She has a special passion for feline care and proudly refers to herself as the "crazy cat lady", dedicating much of her time to helping rehabilitate sick and injured cats from across Adelaide. She is also deepening her clinical knowledge of large animals and is always eager to learn more.
After recently relocating back to the Adelaide Hills, Alex has rediscovered her love of hiking and, in her spare time, does enjoy reading.
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Anna Ward
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Anna is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse and a familiar face at Meadows Vet, where she has been a valued team member since 2016. With a deep passion for animal care and welfare, Anna has built strong relationships with both pets and their owners. She also provides support in medical procedures, treatments, nurse consulting and pet care advice, always staying current with the latest advancements in the veterinary field.
Outside of work, Anna lives in Finniss with her two young sons, Moose the Kelpie X Border Collie, Scamp the cat, a flock of pet chickens, and a few sheep who help with the lawn mowing. When she is not caring for animals, you'll find Anna at the beach with her kids, out camping, walking a golf course with her golf-obsessed family, riding motor-bikes, deep in a craft or DIY project, or simply just enjoying the great outdoors.
Anna Ward
Veterinary Nurse
Anna is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse and a familiar face at Meadows Vet, where she has been a valued team member since 2016. With a deep passion for animal care and welfare, Anna has built strong relationships with both pets and their owners. She also provides support in medical procedures, treatments, nurse consulting and pet care advice, always staying current with the latest advancements in the veterinary field.
Outside of work, Anna lives in Finniss with her two young sons, Moose the Kelpie X Border Collie, Scamp the cat, a flock of pet chickens, and a few sheep who help with the lawn mowing. When she is not caring for animals, you'll find Anna at the beach with her kids, out camping, walking a golf course with her golf-obsessed family, riding motor-bikes, deep in a craft or DIY project, or simply just enjoying the great outdoors.
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Penny O'Neil
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Penny is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse who has returned to the industry after a career break to raise her family. With a strong foundation in nursing and a renewed passion for animal care, she brings both experience and dedication to the Meadows Veterinary Centre Team.
Penny enjoys all aspects of veterinary practice but particularly excels in client communication and triage of cases. She is dedicated to providing compassionate care for in-patients and is exceptional at keeping clients calm in stressful situations, ensuring we can give their animals the best possible care. Penny is relishing the challenge of working in a mixed practice, with her farming background providing her with the expertise to handle the diverse species that come through our doors.
Penny Lives in Echunga on a property with her husband, son, daughter, dogs and birds. Penny and her husband also run a plant nursery. Outside of work, Penny enjoys supporting her kid's sporting teams, visiting the beach, reading and creating art.
Penny O'Neil
Veterinary Nurse
Penny is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse who has returned to the industry after a career break to raise her family. With a strong foundation in nursing and a renewed passion for animal care, she brings both experience and dedication to the Meadows Veterinary Centre Team.
Penny enjoys all aspects of veterinary practice but particularly excels in client communication and triage of cases. She is dedicated to providing compassionate care for in-patients and is exceptional at keeping clients calm in stressful situations, ensuring we can give their animals the best possible care. Penny is relishing the challenge of working in a mixed practice, with her farming background providing her with the expertise to handle the diverse species that come through our doors.
Penny Lives in Echunga on a property with her husband, son, daughter, dogs and birds. Penny and her husband also run a plant nursery. Outside of work, Penny enjoys supporting her kid's sporting teams, visiting the beach, reading and creating art.
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Carolyn O'Loughlin
Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV Veterinary Nursing)
Caz is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse and a receptionist at Meadows Veterinary Centre. Her passion for animals and their welfare has been a driving force in her life since her primary school days, when she began rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife, as well as fostering pets until they found their forever homes.
Caz has a deep love for all creatures, big and small, with a particular interest in wildlife and exotics, especially snakes and lizards. She has also completed a venomous snake handling course, further enhancing her skills in working with these fascinating creatures.
At home, Caz's life is just as busy as it is at work. She shares her home with her three children, two Border Collies, and three cats.
In her free time, Caz enjoys riding her motorbike, going camping, watching movies, and indulging her keen interest in entomology by researching and learning all about creepy crawlies.
Carolyn O'Loughlin
Veterinary Nurse
Caz is a qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse and a receptionist at Meadows Veterinary Centre. Her passion for animals and their welfare has been a driving force in her life since her primary school days, when she began rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife, as well as fostering pets until they found their forever homes.
Caz has a deep love for all creatures, big and small, with a particular interest in wildlife and exotics, especially snakes and lizards. She has also completed a venomous snake handling course, further enhancing her skills in working with these fascinating creatures.
At home, Caz's life is just as busy as it is at work. She shares her home with her three children, two Border Collies, and three cats.
In her free time, Caz enjoys riding her motorbike, going camping, watching movies, and indulging her keen interest in entomology by researching and learning all about creepy crawlies.
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