Bachelor of Veterinary Science, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Diploma in Pastoral Counselling, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Masters of Veterinary Medicine, Massey University, New Zealand
Dr Leoti Morkel is a key member of our Technical Services Veterinarian team in Auckland, bringing her extensive veterinary science and animal well-being experience to Black Hawk.
She has spent most of her career in clinical practice, spanning two countries. She’s operated her own veterinary hospital and boarding kennels giving her wide-ranging clinical experience across small and large animals, as well as wildlife.
In July 2018, she and her family relocated to Auckland where she worked as a leading veterinarian in companion animal practices including Veterinary Director in Companion Animal Medicine for Animates. Her work at Animates saw her recognised as their Veterinary Director of the year in 2020.
Her lifelong love of learning and recently completed a Masters in Veterinary Medicine at Massey University. Despite all her years in veterinary science, Dr Morkel still gets excited about new research and developments in veterinary medicine and nutrition.
“There’s so much to learn, and I feel that, as part of the Masterpet team, I can really empower people by sharing information and helping them to better understand their pet’s needs.”
Dr Morkel and her family are enjoying everything New Zealand has to offer and take every opportunity to explore the abundant nature trails and cycle across the stunning countryside. Their small Yorkshire Terrier, named Patat is the lovable centre of the family, but does consider himself a Rottweiler!
“Patat rules the roost at home and makes sure the family never, ever forget his afternoon walk.”