How a Yukon veterinarian checks a mare for pregnancy
In the remote Yukon, Dr. Michelle Oakley faces unique veterinary challenges. This video follows her hands-on approach as she performs a physical examination on a mare to determine if she is pregnant.
Dr. Michelle Oakley serves as the only all-species veterinarian for hundreds of miles in the Yukon territory. Her work spans a vast range of species and environments, from performing surgery on bears to managing bison and returning lynx to the wild.
The footage captures the specific, tactile process of a pregnancy check, illustrating the high-stakes nature of veterinary care in frozen, isolated landscapes.
Source: Hands Up a Horse | Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet
