Veterinarian Overview
Dr. David Plante received his DVM degree from Cornell University in 1985. Following graduation he worked in Syracuse, NY at a private practice and at an emergency clinic. In 1987, he returned to Watertown to build the North Country Veterinary Clinic. In 2002, he built the North Country Animal Health Center. There are currently 7 veterinarians and numerous support staff employed by NCAHC. Dr. Plante and his staff provide care to small animals, birds, exotic pets, and wildlife. He has been involved in several statewide wildlife and conservation issues. He also founded the Fragile Wilderness Symposium, NYS's largest indoor wildlife and conservation exposition. Dr. Plante has been intimately involved in the renovation and revitalization of the Thompson Park Zoo and also has served 4 terms as Chairman. Dr. Plante and associate Dr Rachel Duffany are currently the primary veterinarians at the Thompson Park Zoo. He lives in Watertown with his wife, Dr. Teresa Dewey and their two daughters. He enjoys whitewater kayaking and wilderness expeditions. Dr. Plante has led several whitewater canoe expeditions over the past decade across the Canadian Artic.