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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Partner in Pet Health | Yokayo Veterinary Center
At Yokayo Veterinary Center, our mission centers on delivering compassionate, high-quality medical care while maintaining fair pricing. Since 1969, weve served the Ukiah, California community with a dedicated team committed to continuous learning and empathetic service. Our hospital staff prioritizes understanding the unique needs of every animal to provide tailored care, ensuring both pets and their owners feel comfortable and informed. We emphasize preventive medicine, following guidelines from institutions like the American Animal Hospital Association to implement wellness protocols for every life stage.Our practices integrate the latest veterinary technologies and methodologies, inspired by leadership institutions like UC Davis. We strive to exceed expectations by combining technical expertise with a genuine commitment to the human-animal bond, offering services ranging from routine checkups to advanced surgical procedures.
Services
General Wellness
Dentistry
Vaccinations
Soft Tissue Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging
Allergy Treatment
Laser Therapy
Travel Certificates
End of Life Care
Nutrition Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized wellness protocols tailored to every pet's life stage
- Our team follows UC Davis veterinary medicine standards for advanced care
- We emphasize early disease detection through comprehensive annual exams
- Our practice combines technical expertise with compassionate, family-centered care
- Veterinary services available for both routine care and complex medical needs
Services
General Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams evaluate pets' overall health through comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostic testing. These checkups detect potential issues early, establish health baselines, and implement preventive measures like vaccinations and parasite control. Our veterinary team develops customized wellness protocols considering each pet's life stage, breed requirements, and medical history.
Dentistry
Comprehensive dental care includes professional cleanings, periodontal disease management, and oral surgery under anesthesia. We perform full-mouth radiographs to diagnose hidden issues and treat dental conditions that could affect overall organ health. Our dental services prevent pain, infection, and systemic complications from untreated oral disease.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination programs protect pets against infectious diseases using core and non-core vaccines. We administer appropriate vaccines based on age, lifestyle, and risk factors while explaining each vaccine's purpose and potential side effects to ensure informed decision-making for pet owners.
Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced diagnostic imaging services including digital radiography, ultrasound, and EKG enable accurate internal evaluations. These tools help diagnose heart conditions, organ abnormalities, and musculoskeletal issues through non-invasive techniques that provide immediate results for timely treatment decisions.
End of Life Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care options including euthanasia services and cremation memorials. Our team supports pet owners through this difficult transition with gentle handling, private consultation spaces, and memorial options to honor beloved companions.
People
Dr. Dyan Farr
Veterinarian
Dr. Farr provides comprehensive veterinary care with a focus on preventive medicine and patient comfort. She develops customized wellness plans while emphasizing client education about pet health needs throughout different life stages.
Dr. Frank Merritt
Veterinarian
Dr. Merritt specializes in diagnostic medicine and surgical procedures, utilizing his extensive experience to develop effective treatment strategies. He works closely with pet owners to explain complex medical conditions and treatment options in clear, understandable terms.
Karissa Hospital Manager
Hospital Manager
With over a decade of veterinary management experience, Karissa oversees hospital operations to ensure smooth patient flow and client satisfaction. She coordinates staff training programs and maintains quality control standards across all practice areas.
Mary Registered Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
Mary assists with medical procedures, patient monitoring, and client education. Certified in veterinary technology, she ensures proper care techniques are followed and serves as a key communication link between veterinarians and pet owners.
Joe Client Service Representative
Client Services
Joe manages appointment scheduling, client inquiries, and customer service issues. He ensures efficient practice operations while maintaining the friendly, professional environment that reflects the hospital's commitment to exceptional client care.
Questions
What species do you treat?
We specialize in treating dogs and cats with comprehensive veterinary care tailored to their specific needs.
Do you offer preventive care services?
Yes, we provide annual wellness exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, and nutritional counseling to maintain pet health.
Are emergency services available?
We provide urgent care during regular business hours for pets requiring immediate medical attention.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have?
Our facility includes radiography, ultrasound, EKG, and laboratory testing for comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.
How are treatment plans developed?
Our veterinarians create customized treatment plans based on thorough examinations, diagnostic results, and individual pet requirements.
Do you offer end-of-life care options?
We provide compassionate euthanasia services and memorial options including cremation for beloved pets.
