Dr. Grant Dunbar
Owner and Medical Director
From an early age, Dr. Dunbar discovered his love for animals as he frequently brought home any stray or abandoned animal. This passion evolved into spending time after school and on the weekends at his father’s hospital developing the skills needed to take care of the animals he cared so much about.
He continued to follow his passion by pursuing a Doctorate degree at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. Dr. Dunbar then went on to complete an internship program at Animal Emergency Medical Center in L.A. focusing on critical care, surgery and internal medicine.
After spending his postgraduate years working as an emergency veterinarian, general practitioner and surgeon, he became the owner and medical director of Chino Hills Animal Hospital. Dr. Dunbar looks forward to providing you and your beloved pet with the quality of care he has worked his life towards perfecting.
Dr. Theresa Brauer
Dr. Brauer was an animal-loving child with dogs, birds and hamsters; thus, she isn’t surprised when people bring in every type of furry animal to her. She attended undergraduate and veterinary school in her home state at the University of Illinois where she met her husband who is also a veterinarian.
She has been practicing at this hospital for many years and enjoys the long-term relationships and trust she has built with clients. She feels gratitude that owners have trusted her as she helps them and their many pets. Outside of work, Dr. Brauer enjoys traveling, hiking and birding with her husband and has been an avid yoga practitioner for over 10 years.
Dr. Kaylee Otterson
Dr. Otterson is excited to help you and your furry pets whether dog, cat or pocket pet. She completed her undergraduate degree in Animal Science at Cal Poly Pomona and graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. As a veterinarian, she looks forward to strengthening the human animal bond by educating clients in the many benefits of preventative medicine.
In her free time, Dr. Otterson enjoys being with her husband, her daughter, and her Pitbull, Beesly. She also shares her home with a Leopard Gecko called Jimothy. (Can you tell she’s a fan of The Office?) When she’s able to enjoy a moment or two alone from the busy veterinary life, Dr. Otterson can be found reading, golfing and listening/watching anything true crime.
Dr. Gabriella Hipp
Being influenced by nature documentaries and animal conservationists such as Steve Irwin and Jane Goodall, Dr. Hipp found her calling in the veterinary field at an early age. Since then, her path was clear. She pursued her undergraduate degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in pre-veterinary at Cal Poly Pomona and graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Western University. During that time, Dr. Hipp worked with a zoo assisting in wildlife rehabilitation. Now, her primary interests are exotics and emergency medicine, but she is always willing to help any pet in need.
Although Dr. Hipp envisions a long veterinary career, she hopes to transition careers in the future to become a veterinary professor. Between examinations and surgeries, Dr. Hipp can often be found teaching the next generation of animal lovers and future veterinarians alike. However, when she’s away from the office, she spends as much time as possible reading and playing basketball with her son, AJ, while her canine BFF, Mason, provides moral support.
Dr. Tierra Tyson
Growing up in the Bay area of northern California, Dr. Tyson could always be found around animals, but her furry little pup, Gypsy, and her horse, Rascal, hold a special place in her heart as her first patients. It is with their unconditional love and support she continued her personal and professional passion as a veterinarian. She later obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences and continues her dedicated endeavor to nurture the human animal bond.
When she has a moment alone, Dr. Tyson is never far from the animals she loves. With a horse and two pups anxiously waiting back at home, she enjoys every waking moment riding her trusted companion or hiking with her two dogs. A break away into mother nature is just what the doctor ordered for this incredible veterinarian!
Dr. Jayme van ’t Riet
Dr. van ‘t Riet is highly passionate about preventative medicine, animal welfare and the human animal bond. She has graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from St. George’s University and finished her fourth clinical year at Washington State University. However, being a huge advocate for those who have no voice has ultimately steered her through the veterinary field and drives her to continue educating herself in modern veterinary medicine and teaching future veterinarians alike.
Having grown up in Southern California, Dr. van ‘t Riet is an avid nature lover and enjoys exploring the California country with her two faithful canine companions, Pasha and Zuma. But you can’t keep this veterinarian’s heart away from the wonders of the world as she will gladly take any and every opportunity she can to travel the world and experience its many different culinary delights.
Dr. Jodi Ellis
Dr. Ellis grew up in Southern California and has always had a deep love and passion towards caring for animals. During her undergrad studies,
she worked at a physical therapy facility helping rehabilitate horses.
She earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University and completed her clinical year at Iowa State University. Her favorite aspect of working in the veterinary field is helping her patients feel their best in every stage of life.
In her free time, Dr. Ellis enjoys playing pickleball, paddle boarding and spending time with her family and friends, along with her cats,
Sheldon and Puffy, and dog, Jackson. She can often be found attending sporting events or exploring new hiking trails.
Dr. Sarah Alecxih
Dr. Sarah Alecxih is a compassionate and dedicated veterinarian who grew up right here in Chino Hills. She pursued her passion for Veterinary medicine at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for her undergraduate degree in Animal Science. She then earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at St. George’s University and completed her clinical year at Texas A&M.
When she’s not caring for her patients, Dr. Alecxih can often be found hiking through Chino Hills’ beautiful landscapes or curling up with a good book. At home, she’s kept busy by her two dogs: a playful Pomeranian named Benji, and her sweet rescue pup, Chowder. She is excited to be joining the team and looks forward to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all the pets in our community.
Dr. Sierra Williams
Dr. Williams grew up in Northern California as an animal-lover her whole life. She was inspired to pursue veterinary medicine by her childhood cat, Buddy, and dogs, Goose and Vinnie.
Dr. Williams graduated with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences. As a veterinarian, she strives to make your pet feel their best in every stage of life by integrating preventative medicine in her daily practice.
In her spare time, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with her fiancé, her dogs, Hulk and Finn, and her three-legged turtle, Shelly. On her days off, she can often be found at the movies, the aquarium, or the beach.
Dr. Janelle Cano
Driven by a desire to stand up for those who can’t advocate for themselves, Dr. Cano found a natural calling in veterinary medicine. She’s especially committed to building strong relationships with both pets and their people, focusing on client communication and education to ensure every animal receives the best care possible.
She earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the Royal Veterinary College in London. After exploring Europe and making lasting memories, she returned home to Southern California to begin her career close to her parents and family.
Outside of the clinic, she loves enjoying life with her husband and their pup, Miloh. She’s an avid coffee shop explorer, enjoys baking sweets and trying out new recipes, and never turns down a good road trip or camping getaway.