Vijay Vikash DVM, MVSc

DVM

Dr. Vijay Vikash has been a small animal general practitioner since 2019. He practiced as a mixed animal veterinarian in India for several years before moving to the United States. Dr. Vijay attended Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in India where he earned a Bachelors in Veterinary science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & A.H.) followed by a Masters in Small Animal Surgery (MVSc. Surgery). He then completed his doctor of Veterinary Medicine requirements from the College of Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University. Dr. Vijay has a special interest in Surgery including orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, cruciate ligament disease and oncologic surgery. He is a firm believer in constantly learning and applying new techniques to better medicine and his patient’s lives. His favorite part of veterinary medicine is bettering the lives of his patients and their owners. When not treating patients, Dr. Vijay enjoys hiking, being outdoors and exercising.

Mandeep Sandhu, DVM

DVM

Dr. Mandeep has been in small animal practice since 1998. He graduated from Punjab Veterinary College, India. Then he completed a one-year clinical rotation program in Alabama. Dr. Mandeep completed his Masters in preventive medicine and parasitology in 2000. He is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Chicago Veterinary Medical Association. Dr Mandeep has a special interest and experience in preventive health care, internal medicine, geriatric health and screening, routine and complicated surgery. He also has special interest in Laser Surgery and orthopaedic surgery. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife & kids

Kalyani Ektate, PhD, DVM

DVM

Bio coming soon!

Ashley Jordan, DVM

Dr. Ashley attended the University of California, Davis where she received her Bachelors in Animal Science in 2019. She then worked as a veterinary assistant before completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University in 2024. Dr. Ashley has a special interest in feline medicine and small animal rehabilitation. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing and arts and crafts.

Gabe Reed, RVT

Practice Manager

Gabe began her career in the veterinary field in 2012 before graduating from Sacramento State University with a BA in Sociology in 2016. She received her RVT license in 2018 after completing the Veterinary Technology Program at Veterinary Allied Staff Education. Gabe has always had a passion for animals and grew up with horses, dogs, cats and a handful of exotic animals. Gabe is passionate about positive reinforcement training, especially in the veterinary setting. In her spare time, Gabe enjoys spending time with her husband Travis, daughter Kennedy, her doberman Hunter, her lab mix Bo and 2 cats Max and Tux.

Lauren Silver

Lead Receptionist

Lauren has had a passion for working with animals for as long as she can remember! She has been working in the animal care field since 2016, and
has experience working in small animal practices as well as working with farm animals and equines in sanctuary and hospital settings. She graduated from Carrington College in 2020 with a degree in Veterinary Technology and is passionate about everything involved with veterinary medicine, but found that her strength lies in customer service and
helping clients the most! When not at work, Lauren spends her time gardening, going to concerts, doing DIY home projects, playing disc golf, or trying out the many craft breweries around the Sacramento area. She shares her home with her spouse, Matt, and their sassy tortie cat, Rosemary.

Jaisleen Kang

Receptionist

Jaisleen is a full-time college student working towards her Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science. Her hope is to attend veterinary school to achieve her dream of being a small animal veterinarian. She began riding horses in middle school and volunteered her time to take care of the animals on the pasture, where she established her love and passion for animals. Jaisleen enjoys traveling, snowboarding, and camping with her two dogs, Angel and Bullet.

Sara Colby

Registered Veterinary Technician

Sara has had a passion for working with animals since volunteering at the San Francisco Zoo 20 years ago. She has worked in both general practice and at a specialty ophthalmology practice. Sara is a plant enthusiast and loves to spend time gardening, going on hikes, and painting. Sara shares her home with her two pups Monty and Bowie.

Eliza Sevilla

Veterinary Assistant

Eliza Sevilla is a veterinary assistant and has been working in the field for about 4 years. She attended Yuba college veterinary technology program and graduated in 2018. Though she is not yet registered, Eliza still aspires to be a RVT. Eliza has volunteered at Country Wildlife Rehabilitation Center as well as internships during her program years. She enjoys learning about animals and the best ways to take care of them. Eliza loves listening to music and dancing! She has two dogs named Kiwi and Winry and a lovebird named Amarilla.

Kara Wildoner

Veterinary Assistant

Kara’s love for animals began as a young child as far back as she can remember. She started her career with animals in 2015 working at Bradshaw animal shelter. After attending school for animal behavior and psychology, Kara took what she learned to help rehabilitate at risk dogs in the shelter. Kara then worked with large animals such as cows, pigs, donkeys and chickens at a farm animal sanctuary and in 2018 began working in the Veterinary field and found her true calling. She has a strong passion for respectful care, client education, positive reinforcement and strives for fear-free care. In her free time Kara enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her husband and their two dogs Riot and Tank, and their 3 cats Bella, Gohan, and Harley.

Kaylee Sorensen

Veterinary Assistant

Kaylee was born and raised in Utah, and moved to California after spending some time in Idaho. She began her career in the veterinary field in 2009 as a high school intern in the bay area. She had a golden retriever named Koda for 16 years, who she misses dearly. She now has 2 cats – Carl and Charles. In her spare time, Kaylee loves spending time with her son, crafting, baking and cooking. Kaylee enjoys talking and getting to know clients and their pets.

Laura Pumarada

Veterinary Assistant

Laura graduated with her DVM license in 2019 from De La Salle Araneta University. She moved from the Philippines to the United States in 2021 and has been working as a veterinary assistant since. Laura loves all animals, including the non-furry ones (she has had 2 ball pythons). Her dream is to work on a farm in the future. In her free time, she loves going to the gym, trying new food, playing golf, painting and spending time with her 2 cats Gus and Lexi.

Marissa Zometa

Veterinary Assistant

Marissa has worked in the animal industry for most of her life. She started volunteering at a horse farm when she was 13 years old. Marissa also worked many summers as a dog grooming assistant with her aunt who was a dog groomer. She volunteered at the ranch until she graduated from high school, then decided to go to pet grooming school. She went to the Nash Academy of Animal Arts in Lexington Ky in 2015. Once she graduated with the knowledge to groom both dogs and cats, she interned under her aunt’s guidance for 6 months, expanding her knowledge and understanding of pet grooming. She groomed pets for 6 years before deciding she wanted to work in the veterinary field. Marissa has always had a passion for animals as well as most crafts especially painting miniature figures for D&D and sewing costumes. Marissa has had lots of pets, though she currently has two cats, Toki & Lilith, as well as a goofy little terrier mix named Tugboat.

Priyanka Bharghavan

Veterinary Assistant

Working with animals is Priyanka’s lifelong passion. Her dream has always been to become a veterinarian. She loves all kinds of species and has worked with cats, dogs, hyenas, monkeys, horses, birds, and reptiles. She loves spending time with her 2 cats Idli and Otis.

Tara Hannickel

Veterinary Assistant

Tara has been in the veterinary field since 2015 when she was a kennel assistant and has a special love for our feline patients. In her spare time, Tara loves caring for her houseplants and her two cats – Lanai and Tilly.

Taylor Watts

Veterinary Assistant

Taylor has always been an animal lover with a special bond with horses. With 6 years of experience working with them, her dream is to become a large animal veterinarian. Taylor has worked at a dog boarding facility and has spent the last 2 years training them. At home, Taylor has Cooper the Russian Spaniel, Kiki the gecko, and Squiggles the hamster.

Sara D.

Veterinary Assistant

Sara grew up surrounded by animals, primarily dogs and horses. During her time volunteering at an animal rehabilitation center, she developed a strong commitment to helping animals in need.

Her dream is to become a veterinary surgical technician, where she can improve the lives of every animal she works with. Sara has two dogs at home: a German shepherd rescue named Merlot and a playful puppy named Cash. In her free time, she enjoys reading, paddle boarding, and hiking with Cash, embracing every opportunity to connect with nature and her furry companions.