Dr Sally Pegrum 


BVSc MACVSc



Sally graduated from the University of Sydney in 1993 and has worked in Australia and the United Kindgom in small animal practice.

From 2001-03 she worked as an anaesthetist and primary care vet at the University of Sydney teaching hospital. 

Sally sat her membership examinations for the small animal medicine chapter of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in 2002.  

Her interests include anaesthesia, endocrinology and dermatology.  She has two cats, two dogs (regularly seen in the practice) and one husband.



Professor Richard Malik 


DVSc DipVetAn MVetClinStud PhD FACVSc FASM

Richard has been a small animal veterinarian since 1981 having worked mainly at Sydney University teaching undergraduate veterinarians throughout his tenure.  As the number of letters after his name suggest, he is one of the most experienced and qualified vets in the country.

A charismatic character, Richard (a small animal veterinary specialist) is our medicine and diagnostics consultant.



Our Nurses


Alexis O'Sullivan-Hansen


Head Nurse



I have been in the industry since I was 15.  I did work experience in year 10 at a vet clinic and I loved it. Soon after I started as a kennel hand which included cleaning, feeding, bathing and treating the pets against parasites.  I did this for 2 years until I completed my HSC.  Then, I went out and found my dream job as a veterinary nurse and haven’t looked back since!

Education Matters

I completed my veterinary nursing qualification in 2001, I hold an advanced certificate in surgical nursing and  I’m currently studying a management qualification.  As the head nurse, continuing education is very important part of my role.  By keeping up to date with the latest knowledge I can make sure the team is better trained and we give you the best advice for your pets.

Broad Horizons

During my career I have been lucky enough to travel to the UK. Whilst there I worked in various vet practices, but my favorite was the RSPCA in Putney, London. The hospital is very busy as it is free for clients who cannot afford pet care. This meant I got a lot of experience and learned many new skills.  During my travels I realised my passion was helping clients, so, in spite of jobs offers from several other local practices, I chose Double Bay Veterinary Clinic.

Compassionate Team

Here at Double Bay Veterinary Clinic I run a small team of nurses who are compassionate, caring and have the same desire as me when it comes to being a veterinary nurse.  Vet nursing is more than just helping the vets. It is about making sure the practice runs smoothly, the animals are happy and comfy and the client leaves with a smile on their face.  I love working at the clinic as we have a great team who always strive to do their best. We keep up to date with modern equipment and medicine, we are  also lucky enough to work for a great community in Double Bay and Woollahra that love their animals big or small.

Sam Lintott



Vet Nurse

I have always wanted to work in the animal industry. When I was 16 I completed my animal studies course at Taronga Zoo. In 2009 I completed school after finishing my HSC  and got a job at Double Bay Veterinary Clinic  as a trainee vet nurse.

Helping Pets

Since starting my training I have learned a lot about looking after pets. A good example is for my own family dog (a Bichon Frise named Diesel). Like many pets, Diesel likes his tucker! And His weight had been slowly creeping up and we’d noticed how he was slowing down but we’d put it down to him getting older. 

One of the things I’ve learned is that many pets get fat and begin to get sore joints and arthritis. So I enrolled him in the practice pet fit program and he’s been one of the star students losing 4 kg so far!
The change has been amazing. Since losing the weight I have noticed how much happier diesel is, he is ten times more energetic, happier and wants to play more. No joke he’s acting like a puppy again instead of an old man.

If your pet is a little overweight or obese come and I’ll tell you how you can help your pet too.

Team Spirit

My favourite part of being in this team and working at DBVC is the awesome and dedicated team. I enjoy the surgical aftercare of the patients as I give them lots of cuddles and attention and make sure they are comfortable, warm and feel safe and  happy!

Olivia Hall

Nurse (Trainee)

Olivia is a lass from Offaly, Ireland.  She grew up on a farm with lots of animals, but her favourites were cats, dogs and horses.  When she was 14 yrs old she started

working at a veterinary clinic and decided this was her dream job.  She moved to Australia four years ago and now lives in the city with her boy friend and her two

guniea pigs bubble and squeak.

 Olivia previously was a receptionist and a sales manager.  She has completed her Cert 2 in Animal Studies and is currently studying her Cert 4 in Veterinary Nursing

As well as excelling in grooming she has also completed her nutritional advocate certificate in dogs and cats.

 Olivia’s interests are dancing, boxing, guinea pigs, grooming, and surgery.

Sasha Ausrich

Trainee Vet Nurse

Olga

The Boss


Miaow. I’m Olga. I’ve been a cat for many years now and I think I’m darned good at it. Anyway I don’t want to talk -  just stroke me whenever you’re in (just watch - sometimes I might give you a nip, especially if you don't give me biscuits!)

I’m the grey one spread-eagled across all the chairs. So you’ll just have to stand while you wait for the silly vets to call you in. Yawn…. Time for a sleep.