An oncologist that suits you and your pet’s needs.
Our team
Dr. Crystal Garnett
DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVA
Integrative Oncologist
Dr. Crystal Garnett is a board-certified veterinary oncologist with a passion for combining Western and Eastern medicine for a whole-body approach to treatment. She earned her veterinary degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2012, completed a small animal rotating internship at The Ohio State University in 2013, and went on to complete her oncology residency at the University of California, Davis, the world’s top-ranked veterinary school. She became board certified in Oncology in 2016.
After relocating to San Diego, Dr. Garnett built the oncology service at a multi-specialty hospital as its first oncologist. A shoulder injury in 2018 led her to experience the healing benefits of acupuncture firsthand, inspiring her to earn acupuncture certification through CHI University, a global leader in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.
Motivated by the growing need for personalized, comfort-focused care—especially for pets with cancer nearing the end of life—Dr. Garnett founded Kindred Path Vet, a mobile practice dedicated to bringing integrative, relationship-based care directly into the home.
Her approach blends conventional oncology with acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutritional support to manage pain, reduce side effects, and improve quality of life. In addition to cancer care, she treats patients with arthritis, neurologic conditions, gastrointestinal issues, and other chronic diseases.
Outside of work, Dr. Garnett enjoys yoga, Pilates, reading, strength training, and traveling in her RV with her three spirited longhaired miniature dachshunds.
Dr. Lauren Chapman
Hospice veterinarian
Dr. Lauren Chapman is a hospice veterinarian who works closely with Kindred Path Vet. She owns two local in-home euthanasia companies - Peaceful Veterinary Care and Transitions- and is able to provide compassionate end of life care when that time comes.
A graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Chapman found her calling in hospice medicine—combining clinical expertise with a deep commitment to honoring the human-animal bond during life’s most tender moments.
Summer Guenat
Practice Manager
Summer has been working in veterinary medicine since 2017, beginning her journey by volunteering at a local animal shelter and fostering kittens. Since then, she has worked in shelter medicine, general practice, emergency and critical care, pharmacy, and client services, eventually becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician. She now brings her experience and passion for compassionate care to Kindred Path Vet as Practice Manager.
Outside of work, Summer enjoys reading, quilting, sewing, and traveling with her daughter, Gwen, and her partner. At home, life is full of animals, including their Doberman, Zuie and cats Muffin, Walter and Oreo.
Summer is excited to be part of Kindred Path Vet and is passionate about making veterinary care feel personal, compassionate, and comfortable for both pets and their families.