Our Story

Ellie and Michael first met as colleagues working at RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital, treating and rehoming London's stray dogs and cats, exotics and wildlife. They immediately bonded over their shared values for animal welfare and passion for surgery.

Over time, they created a vision to one day have their own independent veterinary clinic, where they could provide an excellent level of care to their patients in a friendly and familiar environment. Their dream is now a reality, with Vets on the Common treating London's pets with love, compassion, trust and expertise.

We're here for your pets in their time of need and throughout their long, joyful lives.

Team Members

Dr Ellie Cavale

Co-Founder

Dr Ellie is an RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery, providing both first opinion and referral care to our patients.

Victoria Clayton

Veterinary Care Assistant

Victoria has a gifted way with our patients, making them feel happy and at home.

Haley Mayne

Receptionist

Haley recently moved over from sunny Australia and loves working with animals. No koalas here though!

Dr Miteki Degawa

Veterinary Surgeon

Dr Miteki has a strong interest in small animal medicine and ultrasonography, and is passionate about her adopted cat, Teeny Weeny.

Dr Michael Lazaris

Co-Founder

Dr Michael has a passion for all creatures great and small, as well as spreading awareness about animal welfare through social media.

Dante Munro

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Danté has a keen interest in canine behaviour, as well as rabbit welfare and critical care.

Nadia Patane

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Nadia has years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse and has also worked as a practice manager across several practices in London.

Audrey Gignoux

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Originating from France, Audrey trained as a registered nurse here in England. She a strong interest in feline behaviour and anaesthesia.