Kristie Phillipe

Kristie Phillipe

Meet Kristie Philippe

Feline Nurse
BappSc-VT

Growing up surrounded by a diverse array of pets, including cats, dogs, horses, guinea pigs, rats and birds, Kristie Philippe always formed the strongest bonds with cats. From a very young age, she knew that working with animals was her calling.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology in 2016, Kristie moved straight into a role in a busy small animal general practice, where she worked full-time for the next eight years and continues to work casually.

Extensive education & training

During this period, she also completed a Bachelor of Equine Science in 2019, initially planning to transition into mixed practice.

However, Kristie’s passion for feline care emerged, leading her to constantly advocate for feline patients and strive to improve their in-clinic experience. This passion inspired her to move to a specialty hospital, and she began working at CSS in December 2023.

Special interests in feline care

Kristie has a special interest in caring for both very young paediatric patients and elderly geriatric patients. Over the years, her home has welcomed many neonatal bottle babies and “retirees.” Currently, four beloved cats reside with her: Gus (11-year-old grey and white DSH), Ezra (7-year-old silver tabby DSH), Sebastian (1-year-old tabby DSH), and Teddy (6-month-old ginger tabby DLH).

She is committed to continuous learning, with a strong focus on further education to enhance her knowledge and skills. Outside of work, she enjoys various arts and crafts, exploring the outdoors, and travelling.

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services dedicated to feline health and care.

Personalised evaluations of your cat’s health & wellbeing.

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Consultations

Detailed evaluations to diagnose your cat’s symptoms.

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Investigations

Targeted therapy for thyroid dysfunction in cats.

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Radioactive Iodine Treatment

Cat Specialist Services is a cat vet referral practice offering specialist treatments like radioactive iodine, ureteral bypass catheter & sinus trephination.

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Specialist Treatments

We are the only hospital where specialists in feline medicine, surgery, cardiology and anaesthesia collaborate to deliver the highest standard of care.

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Surgery

Telehealth consultations are available through Cat Specialist Services.

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Tele Health Consultations

We offer a Feline Outpatient Ultrasound service, providing high-quality ultrasound examinations in a cat-friendly environment with specialist advice for ongoing case management.

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Out Patient Ultrasound

Contacting Us

Pet Owners
If you would like to talk about treatment for your cat, call us on 1300 228 377 or fill in the form.
In an emergency, please contact your local vet.

Vets and Nurses
To refer a patient or book a telehealth consultation please call us on 1300 228 377, book through the portal or fill in the form. For advice calls, please see the guidelines here.

Monday-Friday: 8 am-6 pm
Saturday/Sunday - Closed

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