Vets on the Meowve Cheshire & North Wales was created from a passion for providing veterinary care in a more personal, compassionate, and convenient way.
Led by Callie Thornton and Hannah Smallwood, our team brings together over 30 years of combined experience in veterinary practice, leadership, and patient care. Having worked together for more than 13 years, we share the same values — putting pets first, building trusted client relationships, and delivering outstanding care.
After many years in busy practice environments, we wanted to create something different: a calm, stress-free service where pets can be treated in the comfort of their own home, with the time and attention they deserve.
Based in Wrexham, we proudly cover a wide area across Cheshire, North Wales, and surrounding locations within approximately a 40-mile radius. If you’re unsure whether we visit your area, simply get in touch and we’ll be happy to check your postcode.
Our mission is simple — high-quality veterinary care, delivered with heart.
Meet the Team
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Callie Thornton BVMS GPCert(SAS) MRCVS
Lead Veterinary Surgeon, DirectorCallie graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011 and began her career as a mixed vet in Kidderminster before moving to North Wales in 2012, where she has worked in busy small animal practice ever since. Originally from Leicestershire, she now calls Wales home with her husband, two children, a spaniel cross, Hunter, and a cat, Derwen.
She is committed to combining clinical excellence with compassionate, patient-centred care. After developing a passion for surgery, she gained a surgical certificate in 2022. For the past five years, Callie has been Clinical Director, leading clinical standards, mentoring teams, and supporting client care.
She believes great veterinary medicine is built on trust, communication, and strong relationships. Her mobile service offers calm, personalised care at home, reducing stress for pets and owners while maintaining high clinical standards and fostering long-term relationships. -
Hannah Smallwood RVN Ncert(AnBeh)
Registered Veterinary Nurse, DirectorHannah Smallwood is a Flintshire-based veterinary nurse with 19 years’ experience. Qualified since 2011, she has spent over 8 years as a Head Nurse. She is passionate about patient and client care, creating supportive clinical environments, and maintaining high welfare standards through compassion and clear communication.
Hannah holds a small animal behaviour certificate, reflecting her interest in understanding animals beyond clinical needs. She has mentored over 13 nurses as a clinical coach and works with the RCVS as a practical exam examiner, helping uphold standards for future nurses.
At home, she has a cat called Lloyd. She also enjoys amateur photography and unwinding in the countryside.
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MyVanwy
Our Fully Equipped Vet Clinic On WheelsMyVanwy is the Cheshire & North Wales team’s trusted mobile veterinary clinic, travelling across towns, villages and countryside with Callie and Hannah to bring veterinary care directly to pets in the comfort of their own homes.
Fully equipped with a consultation room and operating theatre, she is ready to help with everything from routine appointments to more urgent cases. From dogs and cats to rabbits and other small pets, MyVanwy is always prepared for the next adventure.
Proud of her Welsh roots, MyVanwy enjoys scenic drives through North Wales, collecting muddy paw prints and showing off her bilingual charm wherever she goes.