Rex Johnson DVM and Shannon Johnson DVM

Rex Johnson, DVM

Dr. Rex Johnson is a 1997 graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He practiced in Texas and Colorado before moving back home to Oklahoma in July 2013. Dr. Johnson has a special interest in surgery, cardiology, dentistry, and exotic animal medicine. He is a proud active member of a variety of prestigious veterinary organizations, including American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), and Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA). He has pursued continuing education in a variety of areas, including advanced dental techniques, emergency and critical care, veterinary orthopedics, and small animal fracture management.

Opening Edmond East Animal Hospital is the fruition of a lifelong dream. He is thrilled to be able to meet interesting people each day while pursuing his personal goal of business ownership. Dr. Johnson loves having the opportunity to help animals and people on a regular basis. He enjoys finding out why each pet is important to their family. It is extremely rewarding for him to know that he is improving the lives of both animals and people, every day!

Dr. Johnson and his wife, Shannon (also a veterinarian), have two children, Teagan and Declan. Teagan is fourteen years old, in 8th grade and loves cheer, tumbling and hanging out with her friends.  She wants to become a teacher and go to Oklahoma State University. Declan is twelve years old and in 6th grade; he is extremely fast and loves scoring for his flag football team and playing baseball. They are also proud parents of Kitty Crumb O'Donnell and Ron O'Grady, black and white domestic short hair cats; Bronwyn Fynn McCool, a Lab/Terrier mix dog; Bailey Quinn, an American Staffordshire Terrier and Chow mix; and Scout, an American Paint horse. Outside of work Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with his family, riding bikes, golfing, hiking, and watching football. He and Shannon also enjoy going to movies and concerts together when they get the opportunity.

A Little More About Dr. Johnson

Favorite Animals: Tiger and Bald Eagle
Most Amazing Place He’s Ever Been: The peak of any Colorado 14er he’s hiked!
What Would He Do With a Million Dollars? Take his family to Disney World and help a lot of people
Favorite Book or MovieGladiator