Get to Know Us!
Our team prides themselves on providing the highest quality of care and compassion for your pets.
We’ll be there when you need us.
At Lake Forest Animal Clinic, we are committed to providing your pet with the very best veterinary care possible in a warm and friendly environment. You and your pet’s needs are always our first priority.

Jennifer Self, DVM
Dr. Self is the proud owner of Lake Forest Animal Clinic. She graduated with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Oklahoma State University in 2001. Dr. Self’s special interests include internal medicine, dermatology, and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Self is a member of AVMA, CVMA, and SCVMA. She has worked as a veterinarian at the animal shelter and with various pet rescue groups. Dr. Self keeps busy taking care of her two teenage daughters, her pit-bull mix Stormy and corgi-chihuahua mix Callie, as well as our hospital mascot cat Ziggy. Dr. Self enjoys the exciting field of veterinary medicine and loves helping her clients and their wonderful pets.

Jason Trope, DVM

Helen Smith, DVM

Kristin Ross, DVM
Dr. Ross has a special interest in ocular disorders, dentistry, and pain management.
Dr. Ross and her family moved to California in 2017 and reveled in the beaches and the year-round sunshine! She enjoys photography and exploring seaside towns and national parks with her family and her dog Ziggy.
Dr. Ross looks forward to meeting you and caring for your precious companions!

Lara Alkofer, DVM
Meet Our Amazing Team!

Amy - Practice Manager
Amy joined Lake Forest Animal Clinic in July 2018. She enjoys taking care of our team as well as working hands-on with our patients. Amy has a strong interest in client education and takes pride in providing our clients with quality service and a personal touch. With over 25 years of experience in the veterinary field, she is a great member of our team. Amy lives in Mission Viejo with her husband, son, three cats, Oreo, Tilly, and Travi. Their dogs, K.C. and Emily, and last but not least cranky Frank their cockatiel.

Hayley B., RVT - Technician Supervisor
Hayley started with us in October 2019. Hayley has 2 cats named Dale and Simon, and a pitbull named Borris. She has always loved animals and originally wanted to be a marine biologist. Hayley received her RVT license in 2015 and has a special interest in Dentistry and Ultrasound. Hayley enjoys helping pets and communicating with their owners here at the clinic. In her free time, she enjoys working out, going to the beach, kayaking, and hiking.

Alma – Groomer
Alma groomed her first dog when she was just 12 years old, and after that, she was hooked. She found a school that was taught by an award-winning groomer, Marcia Hill and learned the proper way to groom both dogs and cats. She spent 15 years competing in grooming competitions and acquired over 20 awards. Alma has been grooming for 35 years, loves her profession and takes pride in what she does. She loves the challenge of taking a dog or cat that has been turned away from another groomer, has been abused, or is just a young animal that has never been groomed, and transforming them inside and out by building that relationship of trust. She feels every pet is unique and tries to learn and listen to the individual needs of each pet. Alma has two dogs, a Chocolate Lab and a Jack Russell Terrier, and two unique cats, a Bambino, and a Sphynx. Alma has four adorable grandbabies and enjoys spending as much time a s possible with them. She also enjoys traveling, camping, and going to her river house with her husband. We are so thankful to have such an amazing groomer as part of our team, she really is the dog whisperer!

Jordan – Veterinary Receptionist

Kim - Veterinary Receptionist

Maggie - Veterinary Receptionist

Karin – Pharmacy Technician
Karin has been in the veterinary field for over 15 years, and been with us since 2009. She owns a variety of animals: dogs, cats, bunnies, birds and even horses. Karin and her daughter care for foster animals from “high-kill” shelters and adopt them into loving homes. They have saved 9 kittens and 2 dogs from euthanasia this last year alone.

Haley – Veterinary Technician

Jessica - Veterinary Technician

Steven - RVT
Steven joined the LFAC family in 2018 after earning his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology. Since he was a child, Steven has had a strong connection with animals and uses this to help care for our furry friends. When not in his scrubs, you can find him at the beach, working out in the gym, playing lacrosse, or fishing. In the near future he plans to fulfill his childhood dream and raise a puppy of his own.

Chris - RVT

Jessica L. - RVT
Bio coming soon!

Jorrell - Veterinary Assistant

Julie - Veterinary Assistant

Sean - Veterinary Assistant

Michelle - Veterinary Assistant

Veronica - Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon!

Amanda - Veterinary Assistant

Ziggy
We’ll be there when you need us.
At Lake Forest Animal Clinic, we are committed to providing your pet with the very best veterinary care possible in a warm and friendly environment. You and your pet’s needs are always our first priority.
Location
Our Hours
Mon-Fri: 7 am - 6 pm
Sat: 8 am - 4 pm
Sun: Closed
Contact
We are conveniently located on the corner of Muirlands Blvd. and Ridge Route Dr. in the Lake Forest Village Shopping Center.
Have a question?
We’re here to help. Please complete the form below and a member of our team will get back to you as quickly as possible. If you need immediate assistance, please call us at 949-837-7660.