Our Doctors
Meet the veterinarian
your pet will see.
One doctor. Every appointment. Internship-trained, emergency-medicine seasoned, and genuinely invested in how your pet does.
Owner · Medical Director
Dr. Ezra J. Ameis, DVM
Dr. Ameis, a skilled ER veterinarian from Toronto, Canada, boasts a diverse background, graduating in Neuroscience and Biology from Dalhousie University with a graduate certificate in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology and research contributions in proteomics at the University of Toronto. He then seamlessly transitioned into veterinary medicine, graduating from St. Matthews University in Grand Cayman with rotations at the University of Minnesota. He is double internship trained, completing two separate yearlong internships in rotating medicine/surgery and neurology on Long Island, NY and Tacoma, WA respectively. After dedicating four years to overnight Emergency Room medicine in Seattle, WA, he relocated to Los Angeles, CA where he established a relief/locum practice and practiced with many local hospitals including The Melrose Vet, Rancho Park Vet, Washington Dog/Cat, Center Sinai Animal Hospital, Dr. Shipps Animal Hospital, Carlson Animal Hospital, MASH, ACCESS, and VSEC Thousand Oaks.
Over a decade of veterinary practice, Dr. Ameis has distinguished himself in Emergency Room and General Practice settings in the United States and Canada. He is also a certified veterinary acupuncturist. Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Ameis shares his life with two cherished dogs — Lyla and Rex — embodying his deep understanding of the bond between pets and their owners. His interests in life are hiking, scuba diving, sailing, reading and computer programming. His unique blend of academic prowess and compassionate veterinary practice positions Dr. Ezra Ameis as a leader, dedicated to the well-being of animals and the advancement of veterinary medicine.
Areas of focus
Where his interest runs deepest.
A decade across emergency rooms and general practice builds a wide clinical base. These are the areas Dr. Ameis is drawn to most — and where that depth shows.
Inside the clinic
A look at Paw Priority.
We only bring in the best. Our veterinarians are internship-trained, highly skilled in emergency medicine, and have years of experience. Tap any photo to view it full size.
A note from Dr. Ameis
“I take what I do personally.”
When your pet is at Paw Priority, you are not getting handed off — you are getting me. Time, attention, and an honest answer. I will tell you what I would do if it were my own dog. That is the standard I held in the ER, and it is the standard this clinic is built on.
Meet the doctor your pet will see every visit.
One doctor. Every appointment. Years of context that catches problems early.