Dr. Jacqueline McCool grew up in southern Florida. She realized at the age of nine that she wanted to become a veterinarian to help as many animals as possible after her first cat, Papillion, was hit by a car and passed away.

She attended Auburn University in Alabama for both undergraduate studies and vet school. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in June 1991. She practiced in Florida for one year then moved to California to be closer to her family.

She has practiced in Livermore, CA since August 1995 and purchased Del Valle Pet Hospital in September 2000. She is a member of American Animal Hospital Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, California Veterinary Medical Association and American Association of Feline Practitioners.

Her two children, Ryan and Caitlin are also animal lovers. They currently share their home with a Dachshund/Chihuahua mix named Guinness, a Cavelier named Jameson, and care for multiple neighborhood cats. When she is not working, Dr. McCool enjoys working out and doing outdoor activities with her family.