In New York there are strict guidelines on how veterinarians managed Strangles cases. These guidelines are written by the Division of Animal Industry inside the Department of Agriculture and Markets.

Streptococcus equi. Also known as “Strep Equi” or Strangles.

Dates and information on 2025 clinics.

ECO has undergone some changes in the past few years. Some changes have been fantastic…

Save time and money on Oakencroft Equine’s brand new pharmacy!

Explore complementary care for your horse.

Save money and time by signing up for Oakencroft’s 2024 Rabies Clinic days.

We’re combining technology with care, compassion, and communication.

Answers to questions about script fees.

What to do while you’re waiting for the vet.

Save time and money with Oakencroft’s 2023 Preventative Medicine Clinics.

A lot is happening at Oakencroft! We have two new doctors, one new-ish doctor, and a new intern!

I have wanted to be a veterinarian since I was six years old, maybe earlier. Growing up, I heard endless stories about my Dad’s family and their involvement with animals.

The reason I became a vet is very simple: I love helping animals and their owners.

Oakencroft is very excited to bring a new modern facility to our wonderful clients! Work on the new location has been progressing rapidly and we hope to move in this coming spring.

At some point in their childhood, most little girls want to become a veterinarian.  The idea of helping animals in need is appealing and almost heroic in nature. 

It seems to me that a lot of people gravitate towards choosing a career that is familiar to them and, hopefully, also interests them.

Part 3: Can I afford this?

Let’s talk about the dollars and cents. Does breeding your mare makes financial sense?

Part 2: Is my mare a good candidate?

This is the second installment in our three-part series about breeding your mare.

A few years ago, I was called to an early morning emergency. An older draft horse was down on the ice. It was a very sad case and in the end, the horse was euthanized. It is a situation I have seen before and I am sure I will see it again. What really struck me about this situation was the people that came to help.