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Dr. Galea received his Doctorate of Veterinary Science in France in 1978. After moving to the states, he completed several internships and a surgical residency at Purdue University. In 1998, he became the owner, manager, and head veterinarian at Sepulveda Animal Hospital, and continues to hold these positions today.
Dr. Galea is a member of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, the California Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Animal Hospital Association. In his free time, Dr. Galea enjoys windsurfing, reading, and spending time with his wife, daughter, and dogs Abigale and Mousse.
Yves Galea, D.V.M.
Dr. Michael Snyder grew up in Seattle, WA and received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University in 2018. Since then he has been working as a general practice veterinarian in Los Angeles. Along the way he adopted a grumpy cat and an overly friendly dog. He loves being a veterinarian and helping animals, and enjoys teaching people about their pets’ needs and care. His favorite part of being a vet is when he can earn the trust of a nervous pet.
Dr. Snyder is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Association of Feline Practitioners.
Michael Snyder, D.V.M.
Dr. Claire Guinez (pronounced Ghee-Nay) was born and raised in Paris, France. After moving to the USA for her undergraduate studies at Princeton University, she attended the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine to achieve her dream of becoming a veterinarian. While Dr. Guinez loves all animals, she has a special interest in feline medicine and behavior. She moved to California in 2018 to escape the Pacific Northwest weather and now lives in Los Angeles with her husband Michael, their cat Pierre, and their boisterous puppy Lucy.
Dr. Guinez is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Association of Feline Practitioners. In her free time Dr. Guinez loves to swim, read, travel, and spend quality time with her family.
Claire Guinez, D.V.M.
Dr. Tolliver received her bachelor’s degree at UC Berkeley, and went on to receive her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2007 at UC Davis. After completing her internship at Pet Care in Santa Rosa, she followed her passion for emergency medicine as an emergency clinician for 4 years. After a few too many sleepless overnight shifts, Dr. Tolliver returned to general practice, taking a special interest in internal medicine.
Dr. Tolliver is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association. When she isn't working as a veterinarian, Dr. Tolliver is a wife, mom, and pet parent to rescue dogs Mango and Lemon. In her free time she enjoys listening to KCRW, visiting the Natural History Museum, and traveling to the California Mountains.
