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Your Trusted San Diego Veterinary Clinic
At Highlands Ranch Animal Hospital, we are dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care rooted in compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to animal welfare. Founded by Dr. Kelly Myers, our practice combines decades of veterinary experience with cutting-edge medical technology to serve dogs, cats, and their devoted families. Our team of licensed veterinarians, including Dr. Sulani Grindle and Dr. Vivian Chang, prioritizes personalized attention, ensuring every patient receives tailored wellness plans, advanced diagnostics, and surgical interventions when needed. We emphasize preventive care through annual exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention while offering emergency services for urgent medical needs.Our facility features in-house laboratories, digital radiology, and partnerships with specialized referral centers to address complex cases. Beyond medical care, we educate pet owners on nutrition, dental health, and behavioral management to promote lifelong wellness. With extended weekday hours and a welcoming environment, we strive to make every visit stress-free for pets and their families. Recognized for our empathetic euthanasia services and grief support resources, we honor the human-animal bond throughout every stage of life. Our mission remains unwavering: to deliver veterinary excellence while fostering trust, transparency, and community through every interaction.
Services
Bloodwork
Dental Care
Euthanasia Services
Pet Grooming
Microchipping
Parasite Prevention
Radiology
Spaying/Neutering
Surgical Procedures
Vaccinations
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in small animal veterinary care.
- Our hospital offers 24/7 emergency services for urgent pet medical needs.
- We utilize advanced diagnostic tools including in-house lab testing and digital radiology.
- Our team provides personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.
- We maintain AAHA-accredited standards for facility safety and medical protocols.
What people say
Exceptional emergency care
Knowledgeable, compassionate staff
Thorough wellness exams
Gentle animal handling
Prompt appointment scheduling
Services
Veterinary Surgery
Our surgical services address both routine and complex procedures including spays/neuters, tumor removals, and orthopedic repairs. Using modern anesthetic protocols and continuous monitoring, our veterinarians ensure patient safety during operations. Post-operative care includes pain management plans and follow-up examinations to promote proper healing.
Dental Care
We provide comprehensive dental services from routine cleanings to advanced periodontal treatments. Digital dental radiography helps identify hidden oral issues while our scaling and polishing procedures prevent tooth decay. Clients receive home care guidance to maintain optimal dental health between professional cleanings.
Emergency Care
Our hospital offers immediate veterinary attention for after-hours emergencies including trauma, poisoning, and acute illness. A dedicated emergency team performs critical assessments and stabilizes patients before initiating targeted treatments. We maintain life-support equipment and emergency medication supplies for urgent care scenarios.
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness visits include comprehensive physical examinations, vaccination updates, and parasite screening. These checkups enable early disease detection through bloodwork and urinalysis testing. Veterinarians develop customized wellness plans addressing nutrition, exercise, and breed-specific health considerations for long-term disease prevention.
Diagnostic Imaging
Our diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography and ultrasound for internal organ evaluation. These non-invasive tools help identify fractures, tumors, and soft tissue abnormalities. For complex cases requiring advanced imaging, we coordinate CT or MRI scans at specialty referral centers with board-certified veterinary radiologists.
People
Kelly Myers
Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. Kelly Myers founded Highlands Ranch Animal Hospital with a vision for compassionate, evidence-based veterinary care. With over 15 years in small animal practice, she specializes in internal medicine and surgical procedures. Dr. Myers maintains active veterinary licenses and participates in continuing education programs to stay current with medical advancements.
Sulani Grindle
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Sulani Grindle brings expertise in feline medicine and geriatric pet care to our team. A graduate of Colorado State University's veterinary program, she emphasizes client communication and preventive healthcare strategies. Dr. Grindle has particular interest in nutrition counseling and behavior modification for multi-pet households.
Vivian Chang
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Vivian Chang contributes specialized knowledge in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation. After completing a surgical internship, she developed expertise in orthopedic procedures and post-operative recovery protocols. Dr. Chang actively participates in veterinary conferences focusing on pain management and physical therapy techniques for pets.
Jessica Eastwood
Practice Manager
Jessica Eastwood oversees daily hospital operations with 12 years of veterinary practice management experience. She coordinates staff training programs and client relations initiatives while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Jessica ensures efficient appointment scheduling and treatment coordination for optimal patient flow.
Sydney Yonekura
Lead Veterinary Technician
Sydney Yonekura supervises our veterinary technician team with certification in anesthesia assistance and laboratory diagnostics. She prepares surgical instruments, administers medications under veterinarian supervision, and educates clients on post-treatment care. Sydney maintains continuing education credits in emergency response protocols.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care for urgent medical conditions including trauma, poisoning, and acute illness. Our team handles critical stabilization and treatment for after-hours pet emergencies.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments through our website or by calling (858) 240-5239. We offer same-day sick visits and schedule wellness exams up to 6 weeks in advance with flexible weekday hours.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, credit/debit cards, and major pet insurance plans. Payment plans are available through CareCredit for extensive treatments exceeding $1,000 in total cost.
Do you offer grooming services?
We provide basic grooming including nail trimming, ear cleaning, and sanitary shaving. For full-service grooming, we recommend local pet salons specializing in breed-specific coat maintenance.
Are you equipped for senior pet care?
Yes, our wellness exams include senior screening panels for kidney function, thyroid levels, and early cancer detection. We develop customized care plans addressing arthritis management and cognitive health for aging pets.
Can I get pet prescriptions filled at your hospital?
We maintain an in-house pharmacy for immediate medication access. For specialized prescriptions, we coordinate with local compounding pharmacies to ensure timely delivery of required medications.
