Dr Helen Keane – MVB

Part owner / Veterinarian

Helen graduated from University College Dublin, Ireland, in 2008 and worked in both mixed and small animal practice in the UK before making the move to New Zealand in 2011.

Helen has a particular interest in rabbit medicine and surgery, as well as guinea pigs, rats and other small furry’s. She also enjoys looking after older cats and runs the Radioactive Iodine Treatment Unit for Hyperthyroid cats. Other professional interests include Oncology, Chemotherapy and Endocrinology.

Outside of work, Helen enjoys tramping, skiing, knitting, good coffee, relaxing with friends and showing visiting family members her favourite parts of New Zealand. She can’t say no to a cute face and so far has two rabbits, Truffles and Edamame, and a cat called Sesame at home, all rescue pets!

Emergency Out of Hours Clinic

At the Vets is a member of the Christchurch After Hours Veterinary Clinic.
You are welcome to use the After Hours clinic if there is an emergency with your pet at any time that At the Vets is closed. After Hours will forward us your pet’s treatment history so we can continue their care.

The After Hours Veterinary Clinic telephone number is

03 366 1052

The After Hours clinic is located at 146 Antigua Street, Christchurch.
(on the Disraeli Street corner)

Our opening times

Monday to Friday 8.00am – 7.00pm
Saturday 9.00am – 3.00pm
Sundays and Public Holidays Closed