Dr. Chu, affectionately known as “Dr. ChuLittle,” is a second-career veterinarian practicing in the San Diego area. She graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2010, after a diverse career that included roles in banking, sales, clinical psychology, teaching, and counseling, all rooted in her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UC Irvine.

Realizing her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian, she now combines her love for people and animals, with special interests in dermatology and pain management. Dr. Chu completed her training in veterinary acupuncture and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine at the Chi Institute in 2019, embracing an integrative approach that blends Eastern and Western medicine.

As an avid yoga practitioner and trained yoga teacher, she emphasizes the importance of treating the whole patient, balancing the body and mind. Fear-free trained, Dr. Chu excels in working with even the most hesitant pets, guiding them with patience and love.

Outside of her practice, she enjoys traveling, cooking, meditating, and spending time with her pup, Api. She finds joy in lifelong learning, constantly seeking new experiences and challenges to grow and improve.