Our Veterinarians

Dr. Gerald C. Haggard

Owner, Veterinarian

Dr. Gerald C. Haggard founded Exeter Veterinary Hospital on April 25, 1982, with a commitment to providing professional, personal, and efficient veterinary care to the community. Throughout his career, Dr. Haggard has treated a diverse range of patients, from bees to ostriches, and everything between.

In 2007, Exeter Veterinary Hospital moved to a state-of-the-art facility at 302 South ‘F’ Street in Exeter, California. Here, Dr. Haggard and his dedicated team offer comprehensive services, including examinations, laboratory tests, radiographs, ultrasounds, surgeries, and hospitalizations for both companion animals and equine patients.

Raised in rural Tulare County, Dr. Haggard developed a passion for animals and science from a young age. He earned an Associate of Arts degree from the College of Sequoias, followed by a Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis, graduating in 1978.

Dr. Haggard is married to the lovely Kim Haggard. The couple was blessed with two sons, Nicholas and Jordan. They share their home with three spunky dogs: Zoey, Ellie, and Frannie, as well as four beautiful horses. In their spare time Dr. Haggard and Kim enjoy escaping to their vacation home on the coast to relax and enjoy each other’s company. If you’re driving around town, keep an eye out—you just might spot the two cycling. Be sure to give them a friendly wave!