1-15 Lexington Rd, Underwood, QLD, AU, 4119
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Shannan Healey
Meet Shannan Healey
Feline Nurse Cert. IV in Vet Nursing
Shannan’s love for animals began in childhood, and she was influenced by her aunty, who worked as a vet nurse for 25 years. Her first pets, two hermit crabs named Hermie and Hermit, were gifts from her aunty and sparked a lifelong connection with animals.
Growing up surrounded by dogs and birds, Shannan always dreamed of having a cat. This dream came true when she adopted her beloved tabby, Toni, in 2018 after moving out of home. Raising Toni from an orphaned stray at just three weeks old ignited her passion for feline care, and Shannan quickly earned the title of ‘resident cat lady’ in her workplace.
A Veterinary Nursing Journey
Shannan’s veterinary journey began in 2015 when she volunteered as an animal attendant. A year later, she landed a part-time position as a junior vet nurse and began studying for her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
After eight years in general practice and four years as a senior nurse, Shannan transitioned to specialty nursing in 2023 by joining Cat Specialist Services (CSS). Her passion for cats made this role a perfect fit, and she loves working with felines every day while learning from the talented team of vets and nurses here.
Life Beyond the Clinic
Outside of work, Shannan enjoys caring for her tropical fish tanks, creating beautiful underwater scapes for her ‘wet pets.’
In her free time, she also enjoys outdoor activities like camping and hiking, along with DIY and woodworking projects whenever she gets the chance.
Shannan’s love for animals, from her beloved cat Toni to her aquatic pets, continues to shape both her personal and professional life.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services dedicated to feline health and care.
Personalised evaluations of your cat’s health & wellbeing.
LEARN MOREConsultations
Detailed evaluations to diagnose your cat’s symptoms.
LEARN MOREInvestigations
Targeted therapy for thyroid dysfunction in cats.
LEARN MORERadioactive Iodine Treatment
Cat Specialist Services is a cat vet referral practice offering specialist treatments like radioactive iodine, ureteral bypass catheter & sinus trephination.
LEARN MORESpecialist Treatments
We are the only hospital where specialists in feline medicine, surgery, cardiology and anaesthesia collaborate to deliver the highest standard of care.
LEARN MORESurgery
Telehealth consultations are available through Cat Specialist Services.
LEARN MORETele 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.
LEARN MOREOut 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 pmSaturday/Sunday - Closed