Welcome to La Luz Veterinary Care.
Providing compassionate, dependable care your pet deserves at every stage of life.
Pets are family. We treat them like it.
At La Luz Veterinary Care, the mission is simple: care for every pet as family. This philosophy shapes everything from the way patients are treated to the relationships built with the people who love them. Each visit is approached with compassion, attentiveness, and a commitment to truly understanding both the pet and the household they’re part of.
La Luz exists to provide dependable, thoughtful care through every stage of life, creating a space where pets feel at ease and owners feel supported. The clinic focuses on building lasting relationships, not just delivering services. We take the time to listen, educate, and partner with families in their pet’s health and well-being.
Rooted in empathy and consistency, La Luz Veterinary Care is more than a place for treatment. It’s a trusted part of the community, where care is personal, connections are genuine, and every pet is treated like one of their own.
Our Services
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Routine wellness care is the foundation of lifelong health. Regular exams allow us to monitor your pet’s overall condition, detect health concerns early, and keep vaccinations and preventive treatments up to date.
Our wellness services include:
Comprehensive physical examinations
Vaccinations and parasite prevention
Nutritional counseling
Senior pet care
Puppy and kitten care
Health screenings and bloodwork
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Vaccinations help protect your pet (and with zoonotic disease, your family) from serious and preventable diseases. We create personalized vaccine plans based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors to ensure they receive the protection they need.
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Dental health plays a major role in your pet’s overall wellbeing. Our dental services help prevent pain, infection, and long-term health problems caused by dental disease.
Dental services include:
Oral examinations
Professional dental cleanings
Digital dental X-rays
Tooth extractions and oral surgery when necessary
Home dental care recommendations
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We offer a variety of surgical procedures in a safe, closely monitored environment. Our team uses modern anesthesia and pain management protocols to keep your pet safe and comfortable before, during, and after surgery.
Surgical services may include:
Spay and neuter procedures
Soft tissue surgery
Mass removals
Emergency procedures
Wound repair
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Accurate diagnostics help us quickly identify health concerns and develop effective treatment plans. We use advanced diagnostic tools to provide timely answers and better care for your pet.
Services include:
In-house laboratory testing
Digital radiography (X-rays)
Ultrasound
Microscopic evaluations
Bloodwork and urinalysis
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When your pet isn’t feeling well, you can count on our team for attentive medical care. We evaluate and treat a wide range of illnesses and urgent health concerns while keeping you informed every step of the way.
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As pets age, their healthcare needs change. Our senior wellness programs focus on early detection, mobility support, pain management, and maintaining quality of life for older pets.
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Fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal parasites can pose serious health risks. We provide year-round preventive care and tailored recommendations to help protect your pet and family.
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Good nutrition is essential to your pet’s health. We provide personalized dietary guidance for pets of all ages, including weight management support and specialized nutrition recommendations.
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Microchipping is a simple, permanent form of identification that greatly increases the chances of reuniting with your pet if they become lost.
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We understand how difficult end-of-life decisions can be. Our team is here to provide compassionate guidance, pain management, and supportive care focused on comfort, dignity, and peace.
MEET OUR VETERINARIANS
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MEET OUR VETERINARIANS •
Dr. Dayna Pauly
Dr. Dayna Pauly is a native of Albuquerque, NM. She is a graduate of La Cueva High School and of the University of New Mexico. She graduated from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2007. Dr. Pauly’s clinical interests are varied but include ocular abnormalities, infectious disease, and One Health ( the concept of human, animal, and environmental health interconnected). She cherishes the relationships that she has built with her clients and patients over the years and is thrilled to join Dr. Sara Romero in creating La Luz Veterinary Care for them. Outside of the office she can usually be found spending time with her family, in her flower garden, or supporting the La Cueva Wrestling team.
Co-Founder
Dr. Sara Romero
Dr. Romero is a New Mexico native and longtime resident of the Albuquerque area. She graduated from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2002. Dr. Romero appreciates all aspects of small animal medicine and surgery but especially enjoys the relationships she has developed with her long-term clients and their animals over the years. Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, and dentistry. Dr. Romero is an avid freshwater fish and planted aquarium enthusiast and spends her free time caring for her tanks, little dogs, and spending time with her family. She is excited to begin the new adventure of practice ownership with Dr. Dayna Pauly, with whom she practiced for 15 years prior to opening La Luz Veterinary Care. She looks forward to welcoming friends old and new and sharing her compassion and knowledge to better the lives of our animal family members.
Co-Founder
OUR LOCATION
12700 SAN RAFAEL AVE NE 87122