Dr Kimberley Godwin
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
Accredited stress-free veterinary clinician; owner since 2021.
About
An independent practice, built to be fear-free
We're proudly independent and locally owned, with a fear-free approach led by an accredited stress-free veterinary clinician.
Fear-free by design
A separated cat entrance, waiting area, consulting room and ward keep feline visits calm. Adaptil and feline pheromone diffusers run throughout reception and consult rooms, alongside calming colours, ambient music, non-slip flooring — and yes, treats.
Locally owned, community-focused
We aim to be a second home for Inner North families and their pets. We acknowledge the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people as Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and care for animals.
Meet the team
Veterinarians
Dr Allison Brown
Senior Veterinarian
Special interest in abdominal ultrasound.
Dr Jenny Coonan
Veterinarian
Interest in internal medicine and surgery.
Dr Bree Morgan
Veterinarian
Grew up on a sheep property in Southwest Victoria.
Dr Morgan Benny
Senior Veterinarian
Interest in pain management and low-stress handling.
Dr Olivia Harrison
Veterinarian
Grew up in Canberra; graduated 2025.
Dr Gill Lynch
Senior Veterinarian
Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Dermatology (RCVS).
Dr James Ip
Veterinarian
Small animal GP and emergency vet; interest in clinical pathology.
Nursing team
Zoe Welsh
Head Nurse
Maddie Shannon-Hooper
Veterinary Nurse, Floor Supervisor
Amy Seath RVN
Veterinary Nurse
Abbie Waites RVN
Veterinary Nurse
Madison Podesta
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Hannah Ellis
Senior Vet Nurse
Emily Birks
Veterinary Nurse
Mikaela Kelly
Veterinary Nurse
Reception
Melanie Grace
Reception Lead
Grace Fryer
Receptionist
Contact & location
1/2 Frencham Place, Downer ACT
02 6113 9996
hello@thevillagevet.co
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed