02/11/2026
🐾 Meet Dr Ben
Owner and Veterinarian 🩺
With 13 years in the Veterinary industry and five years as the proud owner of Bligh Veterinary Services Centre, Dr. Ben brings care, dedication and a love for his job to every day. From small pets to large farm animals, he’s passionate about helping animals great and small and supporting the people who love them. Get to know Dr. Ben a little better below with some fun questions we asked him! 👇
What made you want to work with animals?
Growing up I always wanted to work with animals, and the opportunity to invest my time and efforts into helping sick animals, and maximise quality of life for all animals was a clear path forward.
What’s your favourite part of your job?
My favourite part of my job is seeing animals that were unwell, feeling better again and heading home with happy parents. This is the best reward every day!
What’s one thing you love about our clinic?
If I had to pick just one thing that I love about our clinic, it is our high standard of care and that those standards are achieved through every team member striving for the best outcome for every animal. Continuing education and updated medical tools ensure we are appropriately equipped to provide that care.
Do you have any pets? Tell us their names and a little about them!
I have a kelpie named Chardonnay (because she whines) and a calico cat named Puddin'. Chardi has limitless energy and wants to play fetch all the time, and Puddin' waits at the window for cuddles every day!
What animal best matches your personality?
As a clinic owner, I relate to the wolf because it thrives on strong teamwork and fierce loyalty to the pack—the same values that drive how we care for our patients and support one another every day. Leadership means protecting the group, communicating clearly, and always having each other's backs through every challenge.
What’s your favourite animal to see at the clinic?
My favourite species to work with are dogs and horses. I love their outgoing personalities and how obvious it is when they are feeling better after being unwell. I enjoy the challenges of both species as they are medically and surgically very different.
What’s a fun fact that might surprise us about you?
My fun fact is that I attended pony club for 15 years, as well as eventing, state camps and championships, most recently with my horse 'Inconspicuous', and finally traded my horseriding for a motobike to take to the racetrack! (Not enough time for horses when I work such long hours!)
What do you like to do when you’re not at work?
When I'm not at work I like to spend time with friends, attend live music events and occasionally go camping.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to a new pet owner?
My advice to new pet owners is to research the needs of your pet before you take them home. Ensure you understand all aspects of their care to avoid easy mistakes, health issues and potential unnecessary vet bills! (This includes sheep, goats, alpacas, cows etc.)