OUR VETERINARIANS
Dr. Jose R. Castro
DVM, DACVS-LA, DABVP-Equine,
CVA-Equine, Chiropractor
Dr. Castro was born in Quito, Ecuador. He obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine...
Dr. Kristina Peacock
DVM
Dr. Peacock grew up just outside of Middleburg, Virginia where she began riding horses at a young age...
Dr. Megan Bolger
Dr. Bolger, originally from Michigan, developed a love for horseback riding at a young age..
Dr. Emily Klein
DVM
Dr. Klein grew up on a farm in Harford County, Maryland where she began riding horses at a young age...
VETERINARY ASSISTANTS
Daniella Lima
Veterinary Assistant
Jeannine Edwards
Veterinary Assistant
Jeannine, from New Jersey, developed a love for wilderness through family farm vacations. She spent a decade riding and training Thoroughbred racehorses before a 22-year career at ESPN. Jeannine, now living in Winston-Salem, NC, with husband Glenn Spencer, coaches at Wake Forest. She enjoys mountain activities, yoga, and rescuing pets.
FARRIERS
Rob Engelmann
Lead Farrier
Rob has worked closely with veterinarians at DCLAH for over 20 years. He works on trimming, balancing, and shoeing a wide variety of horses. He is here every Monday and Thursday.
HOSPITAL MANAGER
Michelle Barrier
Manager
Michelle is exceptional with her organizational skills and leadership. Michelle’s duties are mainly behind the scenes keeping the office running smoothly.
FRONT DESK
Melissa Walker
Receptionist
Her bubbly personality is a great addition to our team. An avid horse lover and an accomplished rider her entire life. Her knowledge and willingness to learn is second to none and her patient care skills are simply outstanding.
Kienan
Lead Maintenance Technician & Landscape Architect
Greg Eaton
Lead Maintenance Technician & Landscape Architect
Greg Eaton started working at DCLAH in 1999. He is in charge of all of our maintenance here at the hospital...
Read MoreINTERNS
Dr. Mishell Ramirez
Interns
Dr. Mishell Ramirez I just graduated last year with a degree in Veterinary Medicine and I'm currently doing an internship at the Davie County Large Animal Hospital.
Dr. Christopher Miño
Interns
Dr. Christopher Miño I am an intern here in Davie County Large Animal Hospital. One of my functions here is taking care of hospitalized patients, helping in surgeries, and anesthesia.
HORSES
Morante
Blood Donor
Morante is a playful young horse, who is full of energy, loves attention and enjoys trail rides.
Hispania
Blood Donor
Hispania has a lovely personality and a kind eye. Hispania just began his formal training. Soon he will join Morante in trail rides.
Val
Blood Donor
Val is our senior horse resident. She foaled Hispania in 2018. As the alpha mare, she keeps the other two in check!
Toby
Toby is our beloved donkey and Val's companion.
