Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Stockton Veterinarian Since 1958
Since 1958, Sierra Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care to pets in Stockton, California. Our team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff utilizes advanced medical technology to deliver personalized treatment plans focused on preventive care, early disease detection, and wellness optimization. Certified by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), we maintain rigorous operational standards for surgical safety, diagnostic accuracy, and patient comfort.Our services encompass routine examinations, vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, dental care, advanced diagnostics, and therapeutic treatments tailored to each pet's unique needs. With decades of combined expertise and a client-centered approach, we prioritize transparent communication, ethical practices, and community education to ensure pets receive lifelong, family-like care. Client testimonials highlight our affordable pricing, emergency responsiveness, and staff's genuine passion for animal welfare.
Services
Veterinary Exams
Advanced Care
Vaccines
Parasite Prevention
Pet Grooming
Dental Care
Surgical Services
Therapeutic Laser Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Since 1958, we've delivered continuous, reliable veterinary expertise to Stockton pet owners.
- AAHA-accredited hospital ensures adherence to strict surgical safety and operational standards.
- Comprehensive care team includes experienced vets, certified technicians, and compassionate support staff.
- Affordable services with competitive vaccine pricing beating national chain rates.
- Urgent care availability for unexpected pet health emergencies.
Associations and certifications
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
What people say
Amazing vet
Friendly staff
Compassionate
Affordable pricing
Trust their expertise
Services
Veterinary Exams
Our comprehensive annual exams include full physical evaluations tailored to your pet's breed, age, and lifestyle. We assess dental health, body condition, heart function, and organ systems while providing vaccinations and parasite screenings. Senior pets receive specialized semi-annual evaluations with advanced diagnostics to maintain quality of life during aging stages. Our AAHA-certified protocols ensure early disease detection and preventive care planning.
Advanced Care
Equipped with in-house lab testing and digital imaging capabilities, we deliver rapid diagnostics for critical cases. Our surgical suite provides soft tissue and orthopedic procedures with tailored anesthesia protocols and post-operative monitoring. Advanced dental care includes ultrasonic scaling, periodontal treatments, and digital X-rays while therapeutic laser therapy promotes non-invasive healing for chronic conditions.
Vaccines
We provide core vaccinations for rabies, distemper, and parvovirus alongside lifestyle-based non-core vaccines. Our veterinarians customize immunization plans considering pet age, activity level, and disease exposure risks. Competitive pricing ensures quality vaccines beat national chain rates while maintaining strict efficacy standards for disease prevention in both indoor and outdoor pets.
Parasite Prevention
Our parasite prevention programs protect against fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites using modern prescription medications. For dogs we offer Simparica and Nexgard chewables while Revolution Plus treats cats. Annual parasitic disease screening detects silent infections early. We provide ProHeart6 injections for 6-month heartworm protection in dogs.
Spay & Neuter
We recommend spaying female pets before first heat cycle to prevent mammary tumors and uterine infections while neutering males before sexual maturity reduces prostate issues and behavioral problems. Our pre-surgical blood work and IV fluid support ensure safe anesthesia. AAHA protocols include post-operative monitoring and pain management for optimal recovery.
People
Dr. Cindy Yao
Veterinarian
Graduated from Ross University with veterinary training and University of the Pacific in Biological Science. Specializes in combining medical expertise with compassionate care while maintaining personal pet wellness through science fiction reading and baking.
Carol Brighton
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Farm-raised animal specialist with unique patient handling techniques developed through 4 years of kennel experience and 2 years in technical training at Sierra Veterinary Hospital's compassionate care environment.
Brenda Dockery
Office Manager
2005-hire administrative leader managing client communications and office operations while balancing shelter animal adoption and family life at her multi-pet household in Stockton.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services do you offer?
We accommodate urgent appointments for critical pet health issues with immediate diagnostic capabilities and emergency stabilization treatments available during operating hours.
How often should pets receive veterinary checkups?
Annual exams are recommended for all pets, with semi-annual evaluations advised for senior animals to monitor age-related health changes effectively.
What surgical services are available at your clinic?
Our AAHA-certified facility provides soft tissue operations, orthopedic procedures, and specialized dental surgeries using modern anesthetic protocols and post-operative monitoring.
How do vaccination schedules work for new pets?
Core vaccines are administered based on age milestones with breed-specific recommendations while our staff explains required immunization timelines during initial wellness consultations.
What parasite prevention options do you recommend?
We prescribe Simparica/Nexgard for dogs and Revolution Plus for cats while offering ProHeart6 injections for extended heartworm protection with annual testing requirements.
