Hi! I’m Dr. Harper — a Bay Area native, born and raised in San Jose, CA. My love for animals began early, spending countless hours outdoors catching critters and glued to every Animal Planet show I could find.

I attended Tuskegee University, earning my degree in Animal & Poultry Science while competing as a scholar-athlete, and later completed my Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. After practicing throughout California with Banfield, VCA, and several private clinics, I found my way back home to serve the Bay Area community.

While I have a special passion for reptiles and amphibians, I love working with all pets — from the exotic to the everyday. My career has been built on compassion, education, and teamwork, and I truly couldn’t do what I do without our incredible team of RVTs, nurses, and front desk staff. They’re the heartbeat of our hospital.

When I’m not in the clinic, I’m usually outdoors — camping, fishing, or biking with my wife Brittany, our daughter Mila, and our two sons, Keilan and Zion. Our home is filled with animals, from our dog and cats to snakes, a tortoise, and koi fish.

Building Hayward Veterinary Hospital has been a lifelong dream for our family, and we’re excited to continue growing with the community. With the demand for our services expanding, our goal is to move into a larger, more advanced facility within the next two years — creating even better care for pets and their people!