Westbrook Veterinary Clinic

01/17/2024

He speaks the truth

The cost of veterinary care has become so expensive. I call this economic euthanasia....namely, people having to put their animals to sleep because they can'...

01/09/2024

As of June 2022, Dr. Plance has retired from practicing veterinary medicine, and the Westbrook Vet Clinic closed its doors. The Plances, and the entire team at the clinic enjoyed serving the community and are grateful to all our wonderful clients.

The building is officially closed, and is now being offered for sale. Should anyone be interested in learning more about the building, we encourage you to to share the following link:

Live / Work Opportunity Vet Clinic for Sale + Rental Options Ideally Located Veterinarian Clinic for Sale -- 2300 sqft of Commercial Space with Full Bath and 2 Half Baths Plus 2 Income Generators: 2nd Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment; Separate Dog Grooming Building Parking for 10+ Cars 1 Howell Street, Wal...

05/31/2022

As of this moment Dr. Plance has officially retired and the office is now closed. We have enjoyed serving this community for the past 32 years and are grateful to all of our wonderful clients over the years and for the support at this time. Thank you and good luck to everyone! 🐾♥️

05/31/2022

Our card machine is currently not working. We are only accepting cash or check for our last day here. Sorry for the inconvenience. 🐾

05/20/2022

Stop in for some last minute catnip toys and bird seed to benefit Heart of The Catskills Humane Society🐾❤️

05/20/2022

As of today we are no longer ordering ANY products. Please call ahead to see what we have left before coming in to grab any last minute prescriptions and food. Also put in any chewy pharmacy requests now, we won’t be able to approve them anymore soon. Thanks😁

05/05/2022

Delaware County Public Health Rabies Clinics for 2022.

05/04/2022

⚠️ATTENTION⚠️

We are sad to inform you all that as of June 1, 2022 Westbrook Veterinary Clinic will be closed.
After 40+ years of service in the veterinary field Dr. Plance will be retiring. At your earliest convenience please stop by the clinic to pick up your records and we can give you information to other veterinarians in the area who are accepting new clients. If there are any changes or alterations to this timeline we will be sure to let you know.
Thank you all for your support and patience during this transition. ❤️🐾

04/26/2022

04/19/2022

We are working in rescheduling appointments for today, but we are experiencing issues with the phone line. It is unsafe to be driving in these weather conditions and we urge you to stay home and call at another time to reschedule your appointment.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

04/13/2022

The office will be closed the remainder of the day for floor maintenance.

We will reopen tomorrow for our normal hours.

We are still answering phones the rest of the day and can get medications and products to you outside if absolutely needed.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

04/11/2022

We will be holding free rabies vaccination clinics in conjunction with the Otsego County Department of Health again this year. Please read below to see the dates/times for the clinics.

Clinics will be held at our new location: 5082-5088 NY-28 Cooperstown, NY 13326.
Please remember to bring your pet’s previous rabies certificate with you if you have one, so that the veterinarian can look at it to determine if your pet is eligible for a 3 year vaccine.

2022 SQSPCA Free Rabies Clinic Schedule:

Monday, May 2nd: 3 - 6 p.m.

Monday, June 6th: 3 - 6 p.m.

Friday, July 8th: 9 - 11 a.m.

Monday, August 1st: 3 - 6 p.m.

Monday, September 12th: 3 - 6 p.m.

Friday, October 7th: 9 - 11 a.m.

Monday, November 7th: 3 - 6 p.m.

*Please note that dates and times are subject to change.*

Please call (607) 547-8111 or email [email protected] with any questions you may have.

03/26/2022

Make sure your pets are up to date on their rabies vaccination! Even indoor only pets can be at risk. Rabies is a fatal disease that you can easily help protect you pets from by a simple vaccination! 🐾

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 23, 2022

Raccoon tests positive for Rabies in the Town of Tompkins

A raccoon in the Town of Tompkins has tested positive for rabies. The rabid raccoon attacked and exposed one dog; no human exposures were reported. The dog was up to date on its rabies vaccinations and received a booster.
Rabies is endemic to the area. An exposure to rabies can be fatal for a human or a pet. Vaccination of pets and other animals is the best preventive measure available. Be a responsible pet owner by keeping your pet’s vaccinations up to date.
Once infected, rabies is a virus that has a 100% fatality rate for mammals, including humans, when left untreated. Public Health recommends the following precautions to protect yourself and your family from possible exposure to rabies:

• Report any sick or strange acting wildlife
• Vaccinate pets and livestock. New York State law requires that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies by 4 months of age. Vaccinating your domestic animal not only provides protection for the animal, but vaccinated pets act as a barrier to keep the rabies virus from spreading between wild animals and people.
• Vaccination is also recommended for livestock with frequent human contact.
• Do not feed wildlife or stray animals and discourage them from seeking food near your home.
• Do not feed strays. According to Public Health Law an owner is defined as any person keeping, harboring, or having charge or control of or permitting any dog, cat or domesticated ferret to remain on or be lodged or fed within such person’s house yard or premises.
• Do not approach an unknown animal, either wild or domestic, especially if it is acting in a strange or unusual manner.
• Report all animal bites and any contact with bats to the Health Department in your county. Human rabies can be prevented after exposure by administering a series of shots.
• Keep garbage cans tightly covered and avoid storing any food outside.
• Children should be instructed to tell an adult immediately if they were bitten or scratched by any animal.
• If an unvaccinated pet comes in contact with rabid or suspected rabies the pet must be quarantined for six months.
• Vaccinated pets that come in contact with rabid or suspected rabies animal must be given a booster rabies vaccination within five days of the contact.
The remaining 2022 rabies clinics are listed below (date, time and location subject to change):

• Hancock-April 19, 2022, 6:45PM-8:45PM Town Hall 661 W Main St., Hancock, NY 13783

• Sidney-May 10, 2022 6:30 PM-8:30PM, Sidney Fire Hall, 74 River Rd. Sidney, NY 13838

• Arkville- June 8, 2022 4PM-6PM Arkville Fire Hall, 43365 NY-28, Arkville, NY 12406

• Franklin- June 15, 2022, 4:45PM-6:45PM Franklin Fire Hall 351 Main St., Franklin, NY 13775

• Deposit- October 4, 2022, 6:45PM-8:45PM Town Clerk Building, 3 Elm St, Deposit, NY 13754

To report a suspected rabid animal call Delaware County Public Health Services at 607-832-5200. For more information call 607-832-5200 or visit our website at www.delawarecountypublichealth.com

03/17/2022

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Pete ☘️

KP Pet Photography

03/12/2022

As you begin decorating for spring... don't forget!

03/11/2022

We will be closed tomorrow due to impending weather.
Everyone stay home and stay safe! 🥶🌨❄️☃️

02/28/2022

Check out these photos on this awesome post about Belgian Malinois and how important it is to consider breed specific needs before you get a new dog!

01/31/2022

Please consider checking out this awesome event, hosted by our very own LVTs ❤️🐾 find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your special someone and your pets!🐾❤️😍 all while helping us fundraise for HCHS 🤗

01/28/2022

***update. This event is now FULL.

Let’s try to avoid a booming kitten season! Please consider taking your cat or a local stray to get fixed at this wonderful program for FREE! ❤️🐾

*this is at Cornell University NOT Westbrook Veterinary Clinic*

12/24/2021

Happy Holidays Everyone! Be Merry, Be Safe, Be Well 🎄🐾 our office will be closed today until Monday for the holiday.
Enjoy our Christmas Card of Gertrude the turtle and Peter the cat! 🐱🐢

12/22/2021

Big shoutout to Potato our brave blood donor today! Potato seemed thrilled to help a pup in need and didn’t flinch even a bit! GO POTATO🐾♥️

10/23/2021

Claire Iliescu LVT

Claire has been working at the clinic since finishing an internship here in 2020. She is currently going to SUNY Delhi to finish her Bachelor's degree with hopes of going on to veterinary school.

When not at the clinic Claire can be found attending classes, working at the school library, taking her dog to Oquaga Creek State Park, or enjoying her favorite hobby of all, eating.

Claire has a Belgian Malinois named Ace and one cat named Onyx. Both of whom love to cause Claire all sorts of headaches as they run around getting into all sorts of trouble.

10/23/2021

Alyssa Carey LVT

Alyssa has been working at the clinic since 2020. She is currently attending SUNY Delhi to get her Bachelor's degree and will be heading out to do an internship at the beginning of 2022 to help expand her skill base!

When not at the clinic Alyssa can be found walking her dog, spending time with her friends, doing school work, and keeping herself so busy that she doesn't have time for other hobbies.

Alyssa has one dog named Jack, who's a very good boy. She also has a cat who's name still hasn't come to her but hopefully soon she'll be struck by the perfect name. Alyssa also has a bearded dragon and a few birds!

10/23/2021

Logan Osterhoudt LVT

Logan has been working at the clinic since completing an internship here in 2020. He currently spends most of his work life at the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society in Delhi but can be spotted a couple days a week here. Dr. Plance loves having another dude in the clinic. Logan has also been able to identify every type have bird that has come into the clinic since he has started working here. Logan’s background in ecology helps us better understand the species we are treating.

When not at the clinic Logan can be found hiking with his dog, spending time with the shelter dogs, and assisting Kylie with whatever crazy adventure she has decided to embark on.

Logan has one co-parented dog Alaska and one step dog Potato. Both of whom he loves to make act like goobers. He will not claim Mila as part of his pack as she scares him.

10/23/2021

Kylie Piorkowski LVT

Kylie has been working at the clinic since 2017. She splits her time between working here and at the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society in Delhi. She also cares for overnight patients at the clinic! With Kylie’s experience in both clinical and shelter medicine, she brings a unique perspective the clinic and can soothe any anxiety aggressive dog that walks through the door.

When not at the clinic Kylie is usually at a waterfall with her dogs, at HCHS spending time with the shelter animals, or driving to Oneonta for Taco Bell.

Kylie has two dogs, Potato and Alaska, both of which came from the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society. She also has one very ornery cat named Mila who she got as a stray kitten from the clinic. Mila is also convinced she is a dog having been raised by Kylie's previous shepherd, London. Besides her usual rambunctious crew Kylie often has foster animals scurrying around causing a ruckus all there own! She has now surpassed 100+ fosters.

10/23/2021

Lacey Speidell LVT

Lacey has been working at the clinic since 2016. Lacey took on the roll of office manager during 2020 and is eager to see where her career will lead! Lacey loves every aspect of veterinary medicine but has an extreme interest in surgery and jumps at any opportunity to assist Dr. Plance in a difficult operation.

When not at the clinic Lacey can be found taking her dogs for hikes and walks, crafting anything you can imagine..especially if it's pet related, or spiking a volleyball into someone's face no matter the time of year.

Lacey has two dogs Oliver and Cheddar. The goofiest boy Oliver is sure to wow all with his Ollie-Oop and other suite of tricks while Cheddar stuns with her cute puppy looks.
She also has one cat named Leroy who is a hapless gentle cat who wouldn't survive a fight with a butterfly.

10/23/2021

As Vet Tech Appreciation week comes to an end, we wanted to have a chance to show off our incredible crew.

These are our Licensed Veterinary Technicians.

We are so grateful to have such a versatile and dedicated team of individuals that care for your pets every single day and they do not receive nearly as much credit as they deserve.

Lacey Speidell LVT/Office Manager
Member of WVC family since 2016

Kylie Piorkowski LVT
Member of WVC family since 2017

Logan Osterhoudt LVT
Member of WVC family since 2020

Alyssa Carey LVT
Member of WVC family since 2020

Claire Iliescu LVT
Member of WVC family since 2020

Keep watching our page for LVT spot lights through out the day! 🐾❤️

10/18/2021

Cheddar is in the spooky season spirit as well! 🐾❤️👻

10/18/2021

Gertrude is loving her new tank and her new window! 🎃🧡🐢