Associate Veterinarian
Compassionate, Comprehensive Veterinary Care for Every Stage of Life
Fluent in English & Spanish | Se Habla Español
Dr. Carlos Dominguez joined Arlington Heights Animal Hospital in 2026, bringing nearly a decade of experience in companion animal medicine, soft tissue surgery, preventive care, and advanced diagnostic techniques. He is passionate about building lasting relationships with families while helping pets live longer, healthier lives through compassionate care, early disease detection, and personalized treatment plans.
A graduate of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Dominguez earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2017, graduating Magna Cum Laude. After practicing in El Paso for several years, he and his family relocated to the Fort Worth area to be closer to family. He is excited to serve the Arlington Heights community and provide trusted veterinary care for pets at every stage of life.
Growing up in a family of medical professionals, Dr. Dominguez always knew he wanted to pursue a career in healthcare. His love for animals inspired him to take a different path, believing that helping animals is also a meaningful way to support the people who love them.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Dominguez enjoys connecting with families from diverse backgrounds and believes clear communication is one of the most important parts of exceptional veterinary medicine. He is proud to provide care in either language, helping pet owners feel informed, comfortable, and confident when making decisions about their pet’s health.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Dominguez earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
He continues to expand his clinical expertise through advanced continuing education in soft tissue surgery, abdominal ultrasound, and endoscopy, allowing him to provide a broad range of medical, diagnostic, and surgical services for dogs and cats.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Dominguez enjoys providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats with special interests in:
- Wellness and preventive care
- Puppy and kitten care
- Senior pet care
- Soft tissue surgery
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Urgent care
- Canine medicine
Dr. Dominguez has pursued extensive continuing education in soft tissue surgery, allowing him to confidently perform many common surgical procedures in general practice. He believes surgery is about more than technical skill—it’s about helping pets recover comfortably while guiding families through every step of the process with compassion and clear communication.
He also has experience performing basic abdominal ultrasound and endoscopy, helping diagnose and manage a wide variety of medical conditions and allowing more pets to receive advanced care close to home.
Whether he’s seeing a new puppy, managing a chronic medical condition, performing surgery, or helping a senior pet stay comfortable, Dr. Dominguez believes every patient deserves individualized care and every client deserves to feel heard.
Dr. Dominguez welcomes appointments for wellness exams, preventive care, soft tissue surgery consultations, skin conditions, ear infections, gastrointestinal disease, urgent care concerns, and senior pet care for dogs and cats throughout Fort Worth and the surrounding communities.
Conditions Commonly Treated
Dr. Dominguez frequently diagnoses and manages:
- Ear infections
- Allergies
- Pyoderma and other skin infections
- Gastroenteritis
- Heart disease
- Dental disease
- Cancer
- Medical conditions requiring soft tissue surgery or advanced diagnostics
He believes preventive medicine is one of the greatest investments families can make in their pet’s health. Through routine wellness exams, dental care, parasite prevention, and diagnostic screening, he partners with pet owners to identify concerns early and help pets enjoy longer, healthier lives.
Professional Experience
With nearly nine years of experience, Dr. Dominguez has developed expertise in companion animal medicine, preventive care, soft tissue surgery, and advanced diagnostics.
His additional professional training includes:
- Soft tissue surgery
- Basic abdominal ultrasound
- Endoscopy
- Earlier in his career, he also enjoyed mentoring veterinary student interns, helping future veterinarians build confidence and practical skills in companion animal medicine.
Professional Memberships
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA)
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
Veterinary Information Network (VIN)
Life Outside the Hospital
Outside of work, Dr. Dominguez enjoys spending time with his wife, Maria, and their daughters, Celeste and Isabella. He enjoys playing soccer, video games, guitar, and following his favorite sports teams. Whether he’s cheering from the sidelines or spending time with family, he values the balance that life outside the hospital brings. His family also includes two beloved dogs: Sophie – Shih Tzu and Mia – Boxer mix
Friends and coworkers know Dr. Dominguez as a true coffee enthusiast—if it has coffee and creamer, he’s probably a fan. He also admits he’ll never turn down a bag of Doritos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did you become a veterinarian?
“Everyone in my family is a medical professional. I wanted to follow in their footsteps, but in my own way. Helping animals is also a way of helping the people who love them, and I’ve always loved animals myself.”
What advice do you give new pet owners?
“It is always better to prevent problems than to fix them. Protect your pet with preventive care, brush their teeth every day, and perform routine wellness lab work whenever possible.”
What do you want every pet owner to know?
“Preventive care is one of the greatest gifts you can give your pet. Regular exams, dental care, and routine lab work help us catch health problems earlier, when they’re often easier to treat and manage.”
What is your favorite part of working at Arlington Heights Animal Hospital?
“Everyone is always willing to help, no matter what. That teamwork allows us to provide the best possible care for every patient.”
