ABOUT US
Valley Center Veterinary Clinic is your local community veterinarian. Here, we treat you like family. Founded in 1972, and taking of your pets longer than any other veterinary clinic in Valley Center. Our aim is to make sure your family pet receives the best possible care and is happy and healthy.
Our Veterinarian
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Dr. Natasha Clarke is from Canada and moved to California in 2005. She attended the Nova Scotia Agricultural College where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in pre-veterinary medicine. She went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward, Canada.
Dr. Clarke completed an internship at the Animal Specialty Group in Los Angeles, during which time she was given the opportunity to practice under the guidance of surgeons, internists, neurologists, oncologists and radiologists. This internship contributed to Dr. Clarke’s strong foundation in veterinary medicine.
She then moved to beautiful San Diego 5 years ago where she accepted a position at a busy 24-hour animal hospital in El Cajon. Her special interests are in radiology, ultrasound and surgery.
She is genuinely excited to bring her skills to the clients of Valley Center. She is passionate about animals, she promotes a friendly atmosphere for clients and guarantees to do her best for each and every patient in her care. She is available full time for appointments, 5 days a week.
Aside from her time at Valley Center Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Clarke enjoys spending time outdoors. She is active with winter sports and enjoys spending quality time with her family. She plays guitar, enjoys reading and hiking. She currently resides in Escondido with “Ben” her border collie mix rescued from the street, "Buddy" her goofy blind golden and “Cabbit” the kitty who was rescued from the San Diego fires in 2007.
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Dr. Amy Ito grew up in San Diego and currently resides in Valley Center. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from UC San Diego in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience, as well as a minor in Spanish Literature. She attended UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2001. She then completed an internship in Internal Medicine and Surgery at Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego in 2002. She has practiced general medicine and surgery in Temecula for the past 8 1/2 years.
Dr. Ito is available for appointments on Mondays. Come and meet Dr. Ito and welcome her to our practice!