About Dr. Joi Sutton

I’m the happiest veterinarian I know. I thoroughly enjoy going to work. I believe I enjoy our profession so much because I have been involved in many aspects of medicine. I’ve been an ER/critical care vet, a house call vet, a relief vet, and an international volunteer. I am generally a happy person. Someone once told me that I “won the serotonin lottery”. Building Tequesta Vet Clinic in 2013 is the pinnacle of my achievements.

My goal as a veterinarian has always been to be the vet I’d want my mother to encounter with one of her pets. I strive to provide superior customer service. I’ve spent most of my life in veterinary clinics – since I was 18 years old. I love what I do! I study more than any vet I know. Vet med is ever-changing and I never want to be the dummy in the room.

Fear Free Certified Professionals are a cut above the rest when it comes to caring for your best friend. Having completed hours of veterinary education with stringent testing and annual continued education requirements, our Fear Free Certified Professionals not only look out for your pets’ physical health but also their emotional wellbeing. Whether you are looking for a veterinary or pet services professional who knows how to handle a fearful, anxious, or stressed out pet, or you simply want the best care possible for your four-legged friend, a Fear Free Certified Professional is here to help. Please read our Fear free tab under “About” to read how we incorporate this into our practice. We even send “pre-visit pharmaceuticals” home at no charge to ease your pet’s anxiety.

“Twinkle Sutton is no ordinary cat!”

Dr. Joi Sutton Bio

Joi Sutton, DVM
365 Cypress Drive
Tequesta, Florida 33469
(561) 972-0016
TequestaVetClinic@yahoo.com

Education:

1993 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University
1989 B.S. Biology, Oregon State University

Work experience:

2013: Founder and proprietor of Tequesta Veterinary Clinic, LLC

2011 – 2012: Founder and proprietor of Jupiter Tequesta Veterinary Housecalls, LLC.

2011 – present: Veterinary advisor for American Diabetes Wholesale.

2011-2013: I contracted myself out to clinics in North Palm Beach County and South Martin County as a “relief vet”, filling in when their vets are on vacation or short-handed while also running a house call practice.

I am the Founder of Veterinary Ventures, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that for years provided veterinary care to the less fortunate animals of the world. We traveled to 3rd world areas that lack veterinary care and provide large-scale spay/neuter campaigns as well as assisted locals in providing sustainable health care for animals. Since 2000 I’ve been on 11 international veterinary campaigns: 5 trips to the Cook Islands, one to Bora Bora, two to American Samoa, one to Thailand, one to Peru, one to Mexico. Our teams were as many as 20 vets and techs or as few as 4. It was incredibly satisfying to work. The host country would provide housing and 2 meals per day for the volunteers in exchange for our efforts. It was a great way to see the world in my youth.

2007 – 2010: associate veterinarian at Moreland Veterinary Hospital in Portland, Oregon. During this time I also provided a home euthanasia service in the Portland area. It was a limited housecall practice, giving ill pets a helping hand to heaven.

2001- 2007: relief veterinarian in the Portland and Vancouver area (This suited me well as I used to spend 2 months each year doing volunteer veterinary work.)

December 1995 – December 2000: staff veterinarian at Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital

May 1993 – December 1995: SE Portland Animal Hospital: staff veterinarian, Founder, and Director of the SE Portland Animal Hospital Blood Bank (At the time this was the 5th commercial blood bank in the United States.)

My last non-veterinary job was as a sweeper at Disneyland in 1991.

Dr. Joi’s Volunteer Work

Veterinary Ventures

Dr. Joi Sutton has done extensive international volunteer work. Initially, she would volunteer for other nonprofit organizations, then started Veterinary Ventures, Inc in 2005. Vet Ventures was an American-based 501(c)(3) organization that provided veterinary care to animals in developing nations. Vet Ventures ran 2 campaigns in American Samoa, a campaign in Mexico, and a campaign in Peru. Thousands of animals were spayed and neutered who would have likely never otherwise received veterinary care. Veterinary Ventures provided humane veterinary care to the less fortunate animals of the world. Prior to founding Vet Ventures, she traveled throughout the South Pacific helping stray and owned animals.

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What our customers say.

I am thrilled a friend of mine recommended Joi Sutton. I brought my dog, Lily in yesterday for her second visit and couldn’t have had a better experience. The whole office staff and the environment are warm and loving. They are very professional, kind, and truly love what they are doing and it shows!

Laurel BJupiter, Florida

I can not say enough about Dr. Joi and her amazing staff. I have never had a vet call me after hours or on the weekend to see how my babies are. I’ve never had a vet give me her cell while going through some critical sicknesses so I could feel that I’m not alone. I have even butt-dialed the poor Dr. and she has answered me. She is not only the most caring vet I have ever had in the 40 years I have owned my fur babies, but her staff is amazing as well. She has helped me thru some pretty rough patches and I know besides all the other animals she is attending to, I’m still on her mind. It’s not about the money with Dr. Joi it’s about the pet. You don’t see that type of care and concern anymore. For me and for anyone else reading this. I give you my word you will be amazed. I love you Dr. Joi and the magnificent staff you have hired. You are very much appreciated. God bless.

Debbie DJuno Beach, Florida

Tequesta Veterinary Clinic has been a pleasant experience each and every time I take my pets there. Dr. Sutton is very knowledgeable about all pet needs. She is devoted to helping animals and their owners. The Clinic has a very happy and fun atmosphere.

Lynn K.Tequesta, Florida

My family is new to the area and we spent a lot of time searching for a vet we could trust and afford. Joi is a lovely person and goes out of her way to care for your pets. The service and care are top-notch. The prices are very fair. I would recommend this clinic to anyone.

Michael C.Tequesta, Florida

Dr. Joi Sutton is an incredible vet! She was willing to change her weekend around and help me and my 20 year old cat. I highly recommend meeting her in person. She is smart and caring!

Michelle C.Jupiter, Florida

The most experienced, compassionate, and competent vet I have ever been too! Dr. Joi was a blessing to have finally found. If you live in the area or even close to the area, ditch those expensive chain clinics and come here to someone who cares about animals, not about charging you an arm and a leg. I have been all over with my senior dog of almost 15 years and found this place to be the best care she had ever received. No frills office, extremely friendly and kind staff, trustworthy-honest veterinarian to stick with for your furry babies. I never write reviews, but this office stands apart from any other vet that I have ever used, so I felt compelled to write a positive review.

Oceanna M.Jupiter, Florida

As a resident and small business owner, it took me many, many tries to find a Veterinarian Clinic I didn’t feel like they were just there to get me in and out and take my money. The search has brought me to Dr. Joi Sutton. My search is over. I’m here to stay! The care she gives to my dogs is second to none. She truly cares for each and every pet she takes care of. She even took my dog home after surgery and let him sleep next to her in bed! I highly recommend Dr. Joi for the care of your best friend! She is my hometown Vet and I recommend she be yours, as well!

Diane E.Abacoa, Jupiter, Florida

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