Staff
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...
Read MoreDr. Kristina Peacock
DVM
Dr. Peacock grew up just outside of Middleburg, Virginia where she began riding horses at a young age...
Read MoreDr. Katie LoPresti
DVM
Dr. LoPresti was born and raised in the suburbs of Los Angeles. Despite this “metropolitan” upbringing...
Dr. Emily Klein
DVM
Dr. Klein grew up on a farm in Harford County, Maryland where she began riding horses at a young age...
Dr. Mahmoud Ali
DVM - 2023 Intern
Dr. Ali is originally from Egypt. He graduated from Veterinary Medicine in
2021. He studied at Cairo University.
VETERINARY ASSISTANTS
Daniella Lima
Veterinary Assistant
Bio Coming Soon...
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.
SUPPORT STAFF
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...
Kienan
Kienan is Greg's righthand man, Kienan can be seen helping clean stalls, helping maintain the grounds, and taking care of any hospitalized horses on the weekend. Kienan is an essential member of our team and life without him here would be very difficult.
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.
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Location
Davie County Large Animal
928 Farmington Rd
Mocksville, NC 27028
Our mission is to provide outstanding patient care and to create a positive and memorable customer experience.
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