Full Time Associate Veterinarian

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

Join Lap of Love as an In-Home, Associate Veterinarian in Dallas. Imagine a veterinary role that honors your time, supports your well-being, and reconnects you with the heart of why you became a veterinarian. At Lap of Love, we've created a career path where you can practice with purpose, while living a life that feels balanced and supported.

Veterinarian-founded and owned, Lap of Love offers an alternative to in-clinic practice that prioritizes both professional fulfillment and personal freedom. As a mobile veterinarian, you'll provide compassionate hospice and euthanasia care for pets and families during one of life's most meaningful moments—work that is deeply appreciated and emotionally fulfilling.

You'll be part of a community of more than 400 veterinarians and support professionals who thrive in our culture of kindness. With ongoing training, seasoned mentors, and dedicated practice managers who want to see you shine, you'll always feel connected, even while practicing independently.

Why You'll Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love

At Lap of Love, you don't have to choose between a fulfilling career and a full life. Here, you can truly live your best life, both professionally and personally. Our model offers flexible 2–5 day-per-week schedules, allowing freedom beyond the walls of a traditional clinic. You will enjoy an average of 3–4 un-rushed appointments per day, meaning more time with families and less time on paperwork.

We provide comprehensive onboarding, personalized mentorship, "phone-a-friend" access to experienced leaders, and a 24/7/365 Support Center to ensure you are never alone. This environment fosters gratitude at every appointment and the opportunity to practice medicine that fills your heart and aligns with your values.

Benefits and Support

We offer a guaranteed base salary with no negative accrual, bonus opportunities, and a tenure bonus. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a 401k with a 3% company match, generous PTO that increases over time, and medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to meet the needs of you and your family. We also provide up to $2,000 in annual CE allowance and additional PTO days to support professional development, a wellness stipend for personal well-being, company-paid life insurance, and generous paid parental and bereavement leave.

Additional perks include dependent care FSA, short- and long-term disability insurance, pet insurance, and a free Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) certification.

Requirements and Application

To join our team, candidates must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) degree and a valid U.S. driver's license. You must be available to work some weekends and be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance. Candidates will be subject to a background and motor vehicle record check, post-hire and before their associated start date.