Dr. Laura Beth Wick

For Dr. Laura Beth Wick, caring for animals has always been second nature. She grew up surrounded by pets—dogs, cats, pocket pets, and even a turtle named George—and quickly realized the profound impact of the human-animal bond. This bond inspired her pursuit of veterinary medicine, with the goal of not only keeping pets healthy but also helping the people who love them.

Dr. Wick completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University in 2013. Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly Certified she is committed to making visits as stress-free as possible for both pets and their families. With extensive training in orthopedic surgery, she is excited to bring her experience in cranial cruciate ligament repair to Associated Veterinary Medical Center. While she enjoys many aspects of veterinary medicine—including soft tissue, orthopedic, and dental surgery—Dr. Wick has a special passion for geriatric feline care and looks forward to welcoming more feline patients. She believes every pet has a unique place in their family, and she loves learning what makes each human-animal bond so special.

Dr. Wick is thrilled to be settling into Walla Walla and looks forward to becoming part of the community. When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll likely find her mountain biking, backpacking, practicing yoga, tending to her garden, or enjoying a good cup of tea. She shares her home with her sassy senior dog, Phoebe, two quirky cats, Sullivan and Floyd, and her fiancé, Karl.