Dr. Selina Rivera

Dr. Selina Rivera grew up in Hudson Valley, NY before beginning her journey into veterinary medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from North Carolina State University in 2018, with minors in Feed Milling and Nutrition, before completing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at the University of Florida in 2024. She joined Bastrop Veterinary Hospital shortly after graduation and is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Texas Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Rivera enjoys the diversity of veterinary medicine and the opportunity to care for animals of all sizes. Her professional interests include small animal surgery, geriatric/end of life care, herd health and poultry medicine. She has completed Fear Free training and values creating a more comfortable, positive experience for pets during their visits. 
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Rivera enjoys traveling, reading, and exploring outdoor activities with her Labrador Retriever, Westin. She shares her home with Westin and her two rambunctious cats, Pepper Jelly and Toast.