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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Ventura & Santa Paula, CA
Ohana Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing compassionate care and the highest-quality medical services for pets. Established in 2012, our mission is to nurture the human-animal bond through expert, affordable veterinary care tailored to each pet's unique needs. With locations in Ventura, Santa Paula, and Agoura Hills, our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff offers comprehensive services including wellness exams, dental care, surgeries, holistic treatments, and urgent care.We prioritize education, community support, and eco-friendly practices while maintaining a welcoming environment for pets and their families. Our commitment to continuous learning and advanced techniques ensures pets receive cutting-edge care throughout their lives.
Services
Pet Wellness Care
Pet Dental Care
Pet Surgeries
Pet Holistic Care
Pet Urgent Care
Exotic Pet Services
Farm Animal Services
Pet End-of-Life Care
Pet Pharmaceutical
Pet Diagnostics
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined veterinary experience across our team
- We provide comprehensive care from wellness exams to urgent treatments
- Our hospitals feature state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment
- We integrate holistic treatments with traditional veterinary medicine
- Our team includes specialists in dentistry, surgery, and exotic pet care
What people say
Compassionate care
Knowledgeable staff
Comprehensive services
Positive urgent care
Genuine concern
Services
Pet Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness programs include annual exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling tailored to your pet's life stage. We emphasize early disease detection through regular check-ups and diagnostic testing for puppies, adult pets, and seniors. Our team provides personalized care plans to maintain optimal health throughout your pet's life.
Pet Dental Care
We offer complete dental services including professional cleanings, oral exams, and treatment for periodontal disease. Our veterinarians use digital dental radiography to identify hidden issues and provide preventive care education. Regular dental maintenance helps prevent systemic infections and supports overall pet health.
Pet Surgeries
Our facilities perform routine and complex surgical procedures with advanced monitoring equipment and individualized anesthetic protocols. Services include spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, foreign body removal, and mass excisions. Each patient receives pre-operative bloodwork and dedicated anesthetic monitoring for safety.
Pet Holistic Care
We integrate complementary therapies like acupuncture, herbal medicine, and energy healing with conventional treatments. Certified practitioners provide pain management, rehabilitation, and wellness support for chronic conditions. Our holistic approach addresses physical, emotional, and energetic aspects of pet health.
Pet Urgent Care
Our urgent care centers handle non-life-threatening conditions requiring prompt attention. Services include injury assessment, illness treatment, and diagnostic testing during extended hours. We provide same-day appointments for issues like vomiting, minor wounds, and allergic reactions while coordinating with primary veterinarians.
People
Dr. Janis Shinkawa
Medical Director & Founding Partner
Dr. Shinkawa transitioned from accounting to veterinary medicine, graduating from Colorado State University in 2002. She completed an internship at VMSG and co-founded Ohana Pet Hospital in 2012. A community leader, she helped establish Ventura College's AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and serves on national business advocacy boards.
Dr. Jill Muraoka Lim
Founding Partner
A graduate of UC Davis' veterinary school, Dr. Lim completed her internship in Ventura and co-founded Ohana in 2012. She specializes in staff education and rescue organization partnerships. Dr. Lim played key roles in developing Ventura College's veterinary technology program and local veterinary assistant training initiatives.
Dr. Nicci Quinn
Founding Partner
Dr. Quinn earned her veterinary degree from UC Davis in 2002 after completing a marine science internship. She brings expertise in exotic pet care and has practiced in Santa Barbara before joining Ohana. An avid traveler and martial arts enthusiast, she balances family life with her veterinary practice.
Dr. Stephanie Scheff
Holistic Care Specialist
Certified in veterinary acupuncture and canine rehabilitation, Dr. Scheff leads our rehabilitation center. She integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, and physical therapy for chronic conditions. With specialized training from IVAS and CCRT, she provides comprehensive alternative treatment options for pets.
Dr. Gina Davis
Primary Care Veterinarian
A UC Davis graduate and former faculty member, Dr. Davis combines teaching expertise with clinical practice. Board-certified in canine and feline practice, she brings experience from academic medicine in the US and Australia. She specializes in client education and preventive care strategies.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental care, surgeries, holistic treatments, urgent care, exotic pet services, and end-of-life care across our locations.
Where are your hospital locations?
We serve Ventura, Santa Paula, and Agoura Hills with three full-service locations and specialized urgent care facilities.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Our urgent care locations offer extended weekday hours but recommend 24-hour emergency hospitals for critical cases.
Can I schedule appointments online?
Yes, use our PetDesk app or website to book appointments at any location with real-time availability.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing for veterinary services and medications.
Do you treat exotic pets?
Yes, our veterinarians care for exotic animals including birds, reptiles, small ruminants, and zoo species.
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Reviews (4)
April Gunckel
Jan 04, 2022
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The staff at Veterinary Angels are so compassionate and caring, especially Jessica Marino, she’s amazing. Thank you for helping with the passing of my fur baby of 17 years, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience in such a difficult time in my life. Love you Jess! ❤️❤️❤️
Craig Okubo
Dec 20, 2021
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Awesome! Dr. Ferrer is knowledgeable and friendly. Great with Lilo and answered all of our questions. We definitely have our ongoing veterinarian.
Heather R.
Dec 11, 2021
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I adore the staff and service here. I adopted my two rescues and brought them straight here, and have always been seen quickly, and given thorough information. And they really LOVE their animal patients! My girls get as much adoration as I give them at home. It's a special office, bring your fur babies confidently.
Kristin Thames
Dec 06, 2021
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Against my better judgement, I gave this place a 2nd chance by taking my moms bird here as this was one of the only places in town that saw birds. I would NEVER recommend for dogs. The bird vet was amazing it's the auxiliary staff that worries me. I would never recommend this place to anyone. First, last year they made me wait outside with my German Shepherd for 20 minutes as he was bleeding profusely through his nose. After 30 minutes they said to take him to the Canejo ER vet down the street as he may need a blood transfusion.... Would have been preventable if they would have told me that when
