Meet the Team at Common Companion Vet Co.
Get to know the exceptional team at Common Companion Vet Co. We’re dedicated to providing your pets with state-of-the-art, compassionate veterinary care.
Meet Our Team

Dr. John Younker
John Younker, DVM is the Founder and Medical Director of Common Companion Vet Co. A graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Younker created Common Companion to be high-quality medicine, customer service-centered veterinary practice that focuses on escorting the client through a positive experience with their pet’s medical care. Common Companion’s mission statement is to “Bring Healing to the Pets and People of Atlanta.” In addition to his responsibilities managing CCVC, Dr. Younker travels around the country, speaking at conferences and sharing Common Companion’s unique approach to Veterinary care. He has also guest lectured at both The University of Georgia and Washington State Colleges of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Younker is a native-Atlantan, proud husband, father of two, and pet owner.

Dr. Jennifer Dunbar
Dr. Dunbar is a graduate of Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine class of 2000. She is passionate about caring for all animals and is a regular foster for pets in need. Prior to becoming a veterinarian, Dr. Dunbar was an avid dancer and taught ballet, tap, and African dance to children. She lives with her daughter, Esme, numerous fur-babies, and her cockatiel “Flutter.”

Dr. Alex Cox
Dr. Cox is an alumnus of The University of Georgia. She graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. Dr. Cox’s interests include internal medicine cases and improving the human-animal bond. Outside of work, Dr. Cox spends time with her dogs, a Boxer (Bishop) and a German Wirehair Pointer (Dixon), watching college football, enjoying outdoor activities, and spending time with her two sisters and parents.