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Our Doctors

Dr. Annette Gonzalez

Dr. Annette Gonzalez earned her DVM from Ross University in 2008, and attended Purdue University for her senior clinics. She also earned a Veterinary Associate of Applied Science degree from Suny Farmingdale in 1992 and was a Licensed Veterinary Technician for many years before going to vet school. Dr. Gonzalez has practiced veterinary medicine in Dutchess and Putnam counties for many years.  Previously, she also worked at the Bronx Zoo as a Veterinary Technician; as a Director for the Center for Animal Care and Control, Brooklyn Shelter; and as an Animal Health Technician for NYS Department of Animal Industry for five years.Dr. Gonzalez has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and also provides dental care for dogs and cats. She also enjoys working with local farms, caring for llamas, sheep, goats and alpacas. Dr. Gonzalez is an active member of the AVMA, NYSVMS, HVVMS and The Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners. She enjoys time spent with her pets, family and friends.

Dr. Nicole Knapp

Dr. Nicole Knapp earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Rhode Island in 2003 and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine in California in 2009. She practiced in California for three years, where she also gained zoo medicine experience working with tigers. Back in New York, she worked at East Fishkill Animal Hospital from 2012 to 2021, Hudson Animal Hospital in Ossining from 2021 to 2023 and Companion Animal Hospital from 2023 to 2024 before joining Wappingers Animal Hospital. Dr. Knapp has a special interest in internal medicine and also provides dental care for dogs and cats. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the New York State Veterinary Medical Society (NYSVMS).