Meet The Team
A Team That Roots For You
Fun, Friendly Veterinary in San Diego, CA
Get To Know Dr. Jacqueline Johnson
Dr. Jacqueline Johnson graduated from the University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in 2007. She completed a year-long internship in orthopedics and neurosurgery before returning to the United States in 2008. In 2010, she completed a Master’s at The Ohio State University in Veterinary Clinical Sciences, undertaking research on the cervical spine in dogs.
Dr. Johnson then worked in small animal practice for 2 ½ years in Columbus, OH before returning to her home city of San Diego in 2013. She has worked in both general and emergency practice since then. In 2015, she became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, specializing in Canine/Feline Practice.
That same year, Dr. Johnson’s 8-yr old Miniature Schnauzer, Jiminy, underwent a routine TPLO surgery for a ligament injury in his knee. Unfortunately, he suffered a number of complications after the procedure that left him in significant pain. This led Dr. Johnson to pursue further education in veterinary pain management, and in 2017 she passed examinations to become a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner. In 2019, she became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner.
When not working, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her husband Robert and daughters Georgiana and Penelope. She has two Giant Schnauzers (Rebel and Riot), 2 cats (Yzma and Dinah), one tortoise (Cabbage), and 4 fish tanks.
Meet The Team
Shirley
RVT/CVPM
Shirley received her RVT license in 2002 from the Mesa College Animal Health Technology Program. Thereafter, she has worked in a variety of roles in almost all aspects of veterinary medicine. From Emergency, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Oncology, General Practice, to Practice Management. Earning her CVPM was a tremendous honor and despite having so many years of leadership and experience in the field; she knows there is always room to learn and improve. Currently, she is in process of attaining her credentials in CVPP and CVBL. Over the years, the connections that she has created with her patients and their families have allowed her to provide the advocacy needed to focus on the human-animal bond. She is grateful to champion for you and treat your pets as she would her own.
When she isn't working or studying, she enjoys maintaining her reef tank, reading, or doing crafty projects.
