Who We Are

We’re a group of dedicated animal advocates and experienced veterinary industry professionals who are determined to save as many pet lives as possible. Our kennel staff, attending veterinarians, and company leaders understand that Heroes are not just found on the pages of comic books.

We get to work with animal Heroes every single day.

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3-year-old Ragdoll Mix
Saved 1 week before Animal Control

Meet The Hero Care Team

Jaden

Jaden

Departmental Head of Laboratory & Veterinary Care/ Veterinary Technician

Department of Laboratory & Veterinary Care

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I’ve tried so many different professions and none of them made me feel like my work was important to the world. That changed when I started working with Pura Sanguine. Today, my work serves a purpose by helping abandoned animals, giving them the attention and love they deserve.

Jaley

Jaley

Veterinary Technician                                            

Department of Laboratory & Veterinary Care

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I’ve been working with animals ever since I was a little girl, from having my own dogs and horse growing up, to taking veterinary technician classes and showing cattle throughout high school. Caring for animals has always been my passion. I love my job. All of these little Heroes truly have my heart.

Sergio

Sergio

Departmental Head of Donor Care & Facilities                                                                 

Department of Donor Care                                         

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After serving the State of Texas for 30 years, Pura Sanguine is one of the best things that has happened to me. I still feel like I’m serving the community by caring for these little Heroes.

Jaden

Audrene

Lead Adoptions Counselor/ Public Relations

Little Heroes Agency

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For as long as I can remember I have always dreamed of helping animals in any way that I could. Knowing that what we do here saves countless lives day in and day out, and at the same time getting all of the hugs and licks that my heart desires, makes life that much sweeter. The best part of my day is saying goodbye to every Little Hero that finds their forever home. Thanks to Pura Sanguine I now get to live out my dreams every single day.

Jaley

Maria

Animal Care Technician

Department of Donor Care

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As a child growing up in post-Katrina New Orleans, I was constantly getting into trouble for giving away all of my food to the neighborhood strays. I had taken it appon myself to care for them. At a young age, I knew no matter what I decided to do in life, I would always help any animal that needed it. Pura Sanguine has made that mission a life-long career for me.

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Cody

Maintenance

Department of Facilities & Maintenance

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“Even since I was young, I’ve always loved animals and wanted to work with them. I was blessed when Pura Sanguine hired me and I enjoy being around all of the happy tails”

Jaden

Kinley

Shift Leader/ Animal Care Technician

Department of Donor Care

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Ever since I was a little girl I’ve grown up with many cats and dogs as well as lots of exotic little friends. My first job was working with dogs, just being around them melted my heart. When I found Pura Sanguine, I knew it was something i’d love. It is now a passion of mine to get these Little Heroes to a good and loving home.

Jaley

Franklin

Shift Leader/ Animal Care Technician

Department of Donor Care

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“Getting to work with an insane amount of dogs and possibly take one or two home, all while helping save the lives of numerous other dogs, what more could you ask for. I realized my love for dogs once I got one of my own and I fell in love with Boxers and Terriers. I love coming to work and seeing all of the wagging tails and smiling faces, it really makes it worth it.”

Meet the Leadership Team

Alex

Alex Baltazar

Executive Director
Founding Member

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Alex is a vet tech with more than 20 years of experience, focusing on Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and most recently, transfusion medicine. He also previously operated a blood bank.

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Wes Godwin

Founding Member
Board Member

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Wes has spent his entire career in the veterinary industry with companies such as Novartis, Eli Lilly, Best Friends, and Valley Veterinary Care.

Dan

Dan Holland

Founding Member
Board Member

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Dan has 13 years of experience in the veterinary industry with Henry Schein, Best Friends, Patterson, and Valley Veterinary Care, bringing commercial, technology, and retail experience to Pura Sanguine.