Compassionate Care for Your Best Friend
Meet Our Team
We treat every patient that walks through our doors as if they were our very own. We can’t wait to meet you and your four legged family members!
Meet our team
At Bayswater Vets, we believe that exceptional veterinary care starts with a team that truly loves animals. Our passionate team of veterinarians, veterinary sisters, and support staff work together every day to ensure your pets receive the highest standard of medical attention in a warm, welcoming environment. Get to know the faces behind the care
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Dr. Jacques de Villiers
Owner | Vet | Pappa Bear
Dr. Jacques obtained an honours in Biochemistry at the University of Pretoria and went on to obtain his B.VSc at Onderstepoort in 2013. He joined his father’s practice in December 2013, and together they strive to develop the practice and to maintain high standards in delivering friendly, professional service.
Dr. Joané Basson
Vet | Horse Whisperer
Dr. Joané Basson is a Free State native who has returned to the province after six years practising in Dana Bay. As a veterinarian, she is passionate about small animals, horses, and surgery, and is actively involved in endurance riding. In her free time, she enjoys birding, hiking, travelling, and discovering great food and wine.
Karin Schultz
Admin Manager | Tiny Titan
She joined our team in 2017 and oversees the administration side of the practice. She makes sure everything runs as efficiently as possible, allowing the veterinarians to focus solely on practicing medicine.
Jason Phillips
Shop Assistant | The Entertainer
With 10 years of experience in the veterinary industry, he joined our team on the 18th of July 2022. He loves working with animals and always striving to improve. He is always ready to assist our vets and our clients with a welcome smile.
Sulé Klopper
Receptionist And Admin Assistant | Busy Bee
Sulé Klopper brings extensive administrative, quality control, and branch management expertise to her role. Outside of work, she cares for seventeen pets, including cats, dogs, a bearded dragon, and chickens, and enjoys gardening and playing the piano.
Sr. Clara Delport
Veterinary Nurse | Critter Queen
She completed her Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in 2018 and moved back home to Bloemfontein. She joined our team the 1st of March 2022. She is compassionate and nurturing, ensuring your pet receives the love and care they need during their stay with us. She’s involved in various community projects to help our furry friends in need and educate the public on animal health.
Sr. Elmarie Nel
Veterinary Nurse | Straight Shooter
Sr. Elmarie Nel is a dedicated Veterinary Nurse with over two decades of international and local experience. Known for her gentle, high quality patient care, she balances her work with spending time outdoors, reading, and raising her two teenage daughters.
Hercules Saaiman
Cleaner | Muscle
He has been part of the team since 2024. He supports the clinic wherever needed, assisting clients, helping the reception team, handling larger animals, and maintaining the clinic and store. His willingness to help makes him a valued member of our team.
Elsie Moeketsi
General Supervisor | Fashionista
She joined our team in 2007 and she is well known to many of our clients for the kindness and care with which she treats our patients. She oversees the operations of the general workers and helps shaping the work environment.
Christil Casey Viljoen
Reception | Grooming Guru
She joined our team in June 2025, bringing several years of experience as a veterinary receptionist since 2017, as well as three years of running her own dog grooming parlour. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her three dogs, photography, dog training, horse riding, and playing bass guitar. Christil is a passionate animal lover, music enthusiast, and SciFi fan.
Contact Us
- 40 Kenneth Kaunda (Eeufees) Road, Bayswater, Bloemfontein, 9301
- 051 436 6604
- 051 436 6508
- info@bayswatervets.co.za
Business HOURS
- Monday - Friday:
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday:
- 08:00 - 12:00
- Sundays & Public Holidays:
- 09:30 - 10:30