L. R. (Luke) Chachere DVM
Veterinarian, Owner
     Dr. Luke Chachere established Chachere Veterinary Clinic in August of 1984 after completing his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree at Texas A&M University. Dr. Chachere was born and raised in Dayton and returned home to serve his community as a veterinarian. Dr. Chachere is the father of 3 children: Lukas, Elizabeth, and Rebecca. Dr. Chachere and his family are members of Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton. Dr. Chachere is also a three-term member of the Dayton Independent School District Board of Trustees and currently serving as board secretary.

Gretchen Lange
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
     Gretchen has been at Chachere Veterinary Clinic since April of 2000. Gretchen is a long time resident of the Dayton/Huffman area. Gretchen and her husband, Chuck reside in Huffman.  Gretchen likes all types of animals. She owns several dogs, cats, and horses. She is always willing to be of assistance to you either on the phone, at the front counter, or assisting Dr. Chachere with your pet.

Sarah Burnett
Veterinary Assistant/receptionist/kennel assistant

     Sarah is happy to serve you either as receptionist or assisting Dr. Chachere with your pet or caring for your pet in the kennel. Sarah became a member of our team in March of 2007.  Sarah is a graduate of Tarkington High School and loves animals. She is also an avid hunter and fisher. Sarah is a member of the Maranatha Church in Mount Belvieu.

Stephanie Duty
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel assistant

     Stephanie works part time while attending college. Stephanie is a 2006 graduate of Hardin High School and looks forward to meeting you and taking care of your pet.

Julia Lara
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel assistant

     Julia is the newest member of our staff. She graduated from Dayton High School in 2006. Julia has lived in Dayton since 2001 and is fluent in Spanish and English.

Lukas Chachere 
Veterinary Assistant

     Lukas is currently a sophomore Animal Science major at Texas A&M University. He loves to show calves and care for animals. He has exhibited his cattle throughout the State of Texas and in other states as well. He has been very successful.  Lukas works at the clinic during the summer and whenever he can during the school year. Lukas assists Dr. Chachere with your pet or assists with the care of your pet in the kennel.

Elizabeth Chachere   
Clerical

     Elizabeth is a senior this year at Dayton High School. She is an active member of Business Professionals of America, Dayton FFA, and the National Honor Society. She enjoys working at the clinic and taking care of animals.   

Rebecca Chachere 

     Rebecca is Dr. Chachere's youngest daughter and our youngest member of the Chachere Veterinary Clinic Team. She has always helped in the kennel, but officially started working in the Summer of 2005. Rebecca is a freshman at Dayton High School where she plays volleyball, softball, and runs track.