Jill Christofferson, DVM
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Education: Graduated UC Berkeley with a Bachelors in Biology in 1985. Graduated UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in 1993.
Professional Interests: Dentistry, reproduction, ophthalmology and maintaining a veterinary advice column for the Contra Costa Times.
Personal Interests: Spending time with family, golf and reading.
Professional Organizations: AVMA, CVMA and CCVMA
“I’ve wanted to be a veterinarian my entire life. I remember being in 2nd grade and following around our family veterinarian while he examined my horse. I love interacting with dogs and cats every day, as well as their dedicated owners. After 20 years, I still learn something new every day.”
Blythe Jurewicz, DVM
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Education: BS in Biological Sciences from UC Davis, graduated in 2000. UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, graduated in 2005. Completed rotating internship at East Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency in 2006.
Professional Interests: Emergency and critical care, dermatology and internal medicine.
Personal Interests:Hiking, biking, boating, cooking, reading, spending time with family and friends.
Professional Organizations: AVMA, CVMA, SVMA and AAFP
“I chose this profession because of my love for animals and a fascination with he medical profession. I especially enjoy the challenge of diagnostic medicine.
My veterinary work is exciting because it gives me a chance to make a difference in the life of a pet and their owner. I am moved by the love and affection that animals share with their people.”
Wendi Aengus, DVM, MS
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Education: Graduated UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1998 with an additional Masters of Science in Avian Science. Completed preceptorship at Oakley Medical Center for Birds in 1999. Certified in veterinary food therapy and Chinese herbals as of 2012 from the Chi Institute.
Professional Interests: General practice, internal medicine, combining Eastern and Western medicine, avian and exotic care.
Personal Interests: Running, reading and spending time with family.
Professional Organizations: VECCS, AAV, HSVMA, AVMA, CVMA and CCVMA
“As an only child, our family dog was my best friend growing up. I learned early on the power of a human-animal bond. I chose to become a veterinarian to promote the human-animal bond and enrich the lives of animals as they have done for me.”
Christian is a 7 year old Tuxedo cat who has been coming to Encina since 2011. Christian is a member of our "Platinum Paw Club" which means his owners have not only enrolled him in one of our wellness plans, but also in 
