Sandra Villaneuva, DVM

Fear Free Certified

Growing up with parents in the human medical field, caring for others, and in this case, animals, was in my blood. The ability to do so as a profession is both an honor and a pleasure. My philosophy is to treat the patient as a whole, not just focusing on a disease. Our pet’s quality of life is of the utmost importance, and my goal is to improve this to the fullest.

I have a sweet but wild crew: Teagan, my elderly mini-Aussie, is still a fireball who thinks that the world was made to serve and entertain her. Her little sister, a darling kooikerhondje, does her best to keep up with the old lady’s chaos.  Lilliana, my wild rescue kitten keeps everyone on their toes and gives Teagan a run for her money. These three add immeasurable joy and color to my life. My horses and pony, Brilliante, Luke & Blue, are the loves of my life. Brilliante is now in her early thirties, and I’ve had her since childhood, when she was born on our farm. They have taught me strength, compassion, and humility. These wonderful creatures are the reason that I became a veterinarian. The bond that you form with your pets is truly one of unconditional love that will last long after they leave us.

I was born in Ormond Beach and raised throughout Central Florida. I attended the University of Florida for both undergraduate and veterinary studies. After graduating veterinary school, I married my best friend and the other love of my life, then moved to Houston to follow his career. There, we had two adorable, brilliant, and wild little boys. We now have a third darling, spitfire of a toddler who was born back home in Deland. My four and two-legged children are the epitome of energy and joy and remind me of why I love my profession every day.

My primary interests include diagnostic imaging, geriatric care, pain management, and soft tissue surgery, but my true joy is the variety of care that we are able to provide as veterinary professionals. To that effect, I am trained in Animal Neuro-myofascial Release (ANMR) and Ozone therapy and have been mentored in traditional Chinese veterinary medicine though I am not certified at this point. 

It is truly my honor to be here at Florida Wild, caring for our pets and their families.