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Dr. Ellis had a diverse upbringing that took her to various locations across the country. She pursued her undergraduate education at the University of Minnesota and later attended vet school at the University of Tennessee. In her leisure hours, Dr. Ellis finds solace in reading and bouldering. Interestingly, her roller derby name was Hermione Danger.

Dr. Erica Ellis

Medical Director

Veterinarian

Lesli began her veterinary career at 16 at Academy Animal Hospital, where she worked for 14 years before moving into veterinary management. She spent 25 years in operations and consulting, helping start several hospitals, including Mountain View Animal Hospital in Big Bear. Wanting to return to daily hospital life, she came back to Academy Animal Hospital. Lesli enjoys time with her husband Neil, daughter Caroline, and their six pets, often spending weekends at Caroline's softball games.

Lesli Walsh

Practice Manager

Dr. Reimann grew up loving the outdoors and animals. A sick fish sparked her passion for animal care. She graduated from McGill and Cornell Vet School in 1994. With husband Dr. Beccari, she moved to California in 1995 and bought Academy Animal Hospital in 1999. She enjoys connecting with pet owners and solving medical cases. They have 2 daughters and 8 pets: 3 dogs - Rocket, Sebastian, Bella - and 5 cats - Otto, Dixie, Toby, Pierre, Briar. She loves hiking, camping, skiing, traveling, and yoga.

Dr. Justie Reimann

Jade joined Academy Animal Hospital with a warm smile and a genuine passion for helping people and their pets.

Jade

Chelsea Runyon joined Academy Animal Hospital with a strong foundation in animal care and a lifelong passion for helping pets feel safe and understood. Before entering veterinary medicine, she worked at a busy doggie daycare, where she gained hands-on experience in behavior, enrichment, and caring for dogs of all ages and personalities.

Chelsea Runyon

Veterinary Assistant

Alyssa joined Academy Animal Hospital in January 2022 and has been an integral part of our client service team ever since.

Alyssa

Front Desk Lead

Jeremiah is known for his quiet confidence, excellent technical skills, and steady support of his teammates. Always ready to lend a hand, he helps ensure every patient receives attentive and compassionate care.

Jeremiah

Tracy has been part of the Academy Animal Hospital team since 2007. Her easygoing personality and loyalty make her a favorite among staff and clients alike.

Tracy

Danny began his journey with Academy Animal Hospital in 1999 at just 16 years old, driven by a lifelong love of animals.

Danny

Sarah started as an intern at Academy Animal Hospital in 2022 and officially joined the team in 2023.

Sarah

We serve pets around Solana Beach, CA and it's surrounding areas.



Academy Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Solana Beach CA area for everything pet related. Our veterinary hospital is owned by Drs. John Beccari and Justie Reimann. Each doctor has over 20 years of experience in the veterinary field.Our team is committed to educating our clients on how to keep their pets healthy year-round, regular wellness check-ups, good nutrition, and exercise. Academy Animal Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinary technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery.

We serve pets around Solana Beach, CA and it's surrounding areas.

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Whether it's a routine checkup, illness, or an emergency, you shouldn't have to worry about how to pay for the best medical care for your pet. To make your experience at Academy Animal Hospital better, we offer a variety of payment options to suit your needs.

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Proudly serving Solana Beach since 1999, trusted for years of compassionate, dependable pet care.



Offering same-day urgent care during business hours for pets needing prompt, compassionate attention.

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Get your pet's medications, food, and preventatives delivered straight to your door - fast and easy.


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Pharmacy Home Delivery

Keep your pet healthy with routine wellness exams, early detection, and personalized care plans.

Wellness Care and Exams

Wellness & Exams

Protect your pet from preventable diseases with customized vaccine schedules for every life stage.

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Not feeling like themselves? We're here to diagnose, treat, and help your pet feel better fast.

Illness/ Injury & Sick

Support your pet's health with professional dental cleanings, exams, and oral care you can trust.

Dental Care

Spaying or neutering helps prevent health issues, unwanted litters, and certain behavior challenges.


Spay & Neuter

Protect your pet from fleas, ticks, heartworms, and more with year-round parasite prevention plans.


Parasite Prevention

Treat and prevent internal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms with trusted care.


Deworming

Deworming & Parasite Control

Say goodbye to itching, redness, and skin issues with expert dermatology and allergy care for pets.

Allergies & Dermatology

A quick microchip gives your pet a permanent ID and increases their chance of being reunited if lost.


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From routine to advanced procedures, your pet is in skilled, compassionate hands every step of the way.


Pet Surgery

When every second counts, our team is ready to treat injuries, illness, or sudden changes in behavior.

Urgent Care

When every second counts, our team is ready to treat injuries, illness, or sudden changes in behavior.


Emergency Care

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We care for exotic pets with species-specific expertise and heart.


Exotic Pet Care

We offer advanced surgical care using skilled techniques, modern equipment, and compassionate support.


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Non-invasive laser therapy helps reduce pain, speed healing, and improve mobility for pets of all ages.


About Us

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175+

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Fear Free Certified

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About Us

175+

5-Star Reviews

25+

Years of Service

Same-Day

Urgent Care

Fear Free Certified

Stress-Free Visits

175+5-Star Reviews

175+

5-Star Reviews

25+Years of Service

25+

Years of Service

Same-DayUrgent Care

Same-Day

Urgent Care

Fear Free CertifiedStress-Free Visits

Fear Free Certified

Stress-Free Visits