McKinney
Veterinary Clinic in McKinney, TX
Dr. Leigh Johnston, Lead Veterinarian Partner at CityVet | McKinney, began her journey in veterinary medicine as a technician, earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Texas A&M University and grew into practice ownership through dedication and compassion. She is passionate about providing personalized veterinary care, building trusted relationships with pet owners, and delivering transparent communication that supports confident decision making. Dr. Johnston and her team focus on creating a comfortable, low stress experience for every pet while tailoring treatment plans to each family’s needs. Deeply connected to the McKinney community, Dr. Johnston volunteers with nearby Scout groups and her church, supporting food drives and community events throughout the year. She leads with a servant mindset and a genuine commitment to caring for pets and the people who love them. Outside the clinic, she enjoys the outdoors with her husband, James, and their four children.
We Offer
VET CARE
BOARDING
PET FOOD
& SUPPLIES
- Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
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🐾💙 Saturday’s Pet of the Day: HERO! 💙🐾
It’s Saturday, and we couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the weekend than by celebrating this handsome boy Hero! 🥰🐶
Hero is stealing the spotlight today with those adorable eyes and his sweet personality! 💙 We’re so happy to have this good boy as our Pet of the Day! 🐾✨
Give Hero some love in the comments! 💙🐾
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Aug 29
🐾💗 Boarding Spotlight: Coco! 💗🐾
Coco had the BEST time during her stay with us! 🥰🐶 From getting lots of love and attention to running and playing in the yard, she’s made the most of every moment! 🌳🐾💨
We love seeing those happy zoomies and that sweet smile! 💕 Coco, you’re always welcome back for more fun! 🐶✨
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Aug 28
🐾💕 Pet of the Day: Pepper! 💕🐾
Everyone, meet sweet Pepper! 🥰🐶 This adorable girl came to visit us at CityVet McKinney for her FIRST puppy visit, and she absolutely stole our hearts! 💗
From her sweet face to those precious puppy paws, Pepper was the perfect little patient. 🩷 We’re so excited to watch her grow and be part of all her adventures along the way! 🐾✨
Give this good girl some love and help us welcome Pepper to the CityVet family! 💕🐶
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Aug 27
🐾💕 Wellness Wednesday with Celine Dijon! 💕🐾
Celine Dijon stopped by CityVet McKinney for her annual wellness visit, and this sweet girl was ready to steal some hearts! 🥰🐶
Annual wellness exams are an important part of keeping our furry friends happy, healthy, and thriving. We loved getting to see Celine and give her some extra love and attention along the way! 💗🩺
✨ Stay healthy, Celine Dijon! We can’t wait to see you again! 🐾
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Aug 11
💕🐾 Puppy Love at CityVet McKinney! 🐾💕
These two sweet faces are proof that puppy love is simply the BEST kind of love! 🥰🐶 From tiny paws to endless cuddles, we’re loving every minute with our adorable puppy patients.
Give your pup some extra snuggles today! 💗🐾
📍 CityVet McKinney
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Aug 10
🎉🐾 Pet of the Day: Archie! 🐾🎉
Everyone help us give a big round of a-paws to our Pet of the Day, Archie! 💙 This handsome boy recently celebrated his 1st birthday, and we couldn’t think of a better way to keep the party going than by making him today’s star! 🥳🎂
Archie is all smiles, tail wags, and Labrador love, and he always brightens our day when he visits the clinic. We hope your first year has been filled with adventures, treats, and lots of belly rubs—and here’s to many more! 🦴🐶
Happy Belated Birthday, Archie! Thanks for letting us celebrate you! 💙
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Aug 4
👅🐾 Tongue Out Tuesday! 🐾👅
Nothing makes us happier than seeing happy boarding pups—and Peaches is the perfect example! 💕
Peaches absolutely loves coming to stay with us, especially when it’s time to run, play, and zoom around outside with our team. That big smile (and adorable tongue sticking out!) says it all! 😄☀️
Thank you, Peaches, for making every boarding stay so much fun. We can’t wait for your next adventure with us! 🧡
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Aug 4
🐱✨ Meow Monday is here! ✨😻
Help us kick off the week by giving a big round of ap-paws to our Pet of the Day, Banff! 💜 🐾
This girl stole our hearts with her curious personality and adorable face. We loved spending time with Banff and can’t wait to see her again for more purrs and cuddles!
Happy Meow Monday, Banff! Thanks for making our day a little brighter. 😻
Drop a 🐱 in the comments to help us celebrate Banff!
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Aug 3
meet your doctor
Dr. Leigh Johnston
Lead Veterinarian Partner
Dr. Johnston loves when her patients go from seeing her as someone new to someone familiar and the tail wag/purr/head bump that comes with this bond. She is devoted to developing a relationship with her clients that allow them to work together to best meet the needs of their pets and provide them with the best life possible.
Education:
Texas A&M University – BA Marketing 2001, DVM 2010
Joined CityVet as tech in 2004 and as DVM in 2010
Pets: Liberty Bell (Labrador Retriever), Aspen (Dwarf Hotot Rabbit)
Dr. Christian Hoyt
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Hoyt is passionate about building and fostering long-lasting, meaningful relationships with clients and their pets. He approaches each interaction with empathy, striving to see every situation from the client’s and patient’s perspective. His philosophy of care is rooted in compassion, with a focus on delivering a comprehensive spectrum of veterinary services tailored to each pet’s unique needs.
Education:
Oklahoma State University, DVM – 2009
West Texas A&M University, BA in Marketing – 2000
Pets: Rooster (Drahthaar); Hen Momma (calico cat); Chicken Nugget, aka Nugg (orange tabby cat); Poe and Creeper (chickens)
Dr. Jenny K. Furth
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Furth’s professional interests include ultrasonography, surgery, emergency medicine, neurology, progressive medicine, and client education. She values building meaningful partnerships with her clients, working together to help their pets live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Dr. Furth enjoys the challenges and rewards of veterinary medicine and appreciates collaborating with colleagues to provide the highest standard of care for her patients.
Education:
Texas A&M University, DVM – 2011
University of Denver, BA in Biological Sciences, BS in Psychology – 2003
Pets: Tony (3-legged American Staffordshire Terrier), Gillie (Australian Cattle Dog mix)
Common Questions
CityVet | McKinney offers a wide variety of services for your pet. Our veterinary care spans medical, dental, and surgical procedures. Additionally, we offer in-house pharmacy and boarding services.
At CityVet | McKinney we require all patients schedule an appointment online, in our CityVet App, or call us at (469) 301-1888 to book an appointment.
Yes! We offer spay and neuter services at all our CityVet locations. Recommendations for spaying and neutering can differ depending on the type and breed of your pet. Feel free to call us at (469) 301-1888 for further details.
Our team at CityVet | McKinney is equipped to support your animals, depending on their comfort level, we can either involve the owner or keep them separate. Using treats and positive reinforcement helps create a calm and positive experience.
Yes! CityVet | McKinney partners with industry leaders to provide flexible and convenient payment options. We currently offer CareCredit, Affirm, and Scratch Pay payment services.
Yes! At CityVet | McKinney we offer medical boarding, for more information call us at (469) 301-1888.
Yes! In the CityVet App you can book appointments, refill prescriptions, and access your pet’s complete care profile on the go! Download the CityVet App now!
Yes! Our Care to Share program allows you to refer a friend and both of you receive a $25 credit to use on a visit. Learn more about Care to Share here!