Karla

Veterinary Assistant

Karla Ruiz-Gutierrez completed the veterinary assistant program at Pima Medical Institute.  She has both shelter and small animal hospital experience.  Born and raised in a small farm town in Wisconsin, she had a pet bull named Ribeye who she raised until he was 5 years old.  Karla is passionate about providing exceptional animal care and enjoys providing a safe and stress-free environment for our furry companions. 

Karla is interested in becoming a wildlife veterinarian.  In her free time, she enjoys painting using various media for personal expression.  She believes in caring for all our patients as if they were her own.