After completing her degree Dione worked as a small animal vet for two years in Levin before travelling to England for her OE. She enjoyed spending the next two years travelling around Europe as much as possible while being based in south east England as a small animal vet. After returning to New Zealand in 2004 Dione moved to the sunny Bay of Plenty to take a small animal veterinary position in Mount Maunganui where she stayed for eight years building a strong following of loyal pets. VetCare is delighted to welcome her to the team in April 2012 after returning to practice following maternity leave.

Dione and her husband have two young sons; Will and Luca who enjoy spending time with their little furry friend, a burmese cat called Basil. When Dione is not spending her time chasing Will and Luca around she enjoys playing squash, skiing and wake boarding.