Exotic Animal Vets in Sussex, NJ

Dr. Karen Bullock, our hospital owner, founded Wantage Veterinary Hospital in 2006. Dr. Bullock is a NJ native, earned her Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. Since graduation, Dr. Bullock has been practicing veterinary medicine in Sussex County. You will find her to be compassionate and thorough – whether it’s a sick visit or an annual exam, Dr. Bullock will examine your pet from tip to tail –every time and make certain your questions are addressed.

In 2017, with our hospital growing and our clients’ needs and expectations high, after much deliberation, Dr. Bullock asked her trusted colleague, Dr. Monica V. Ilardi- Carriera to join Wantage Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Carriera earned her Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers College and her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Dr. Carriera comes to Wantage Veterinary Hospital with extensive experience in general practice, surgery, and emergency.

Wantage Veterinary Hospital is a full-service facility prepared for all your pet care needs – here for annual exam visits and preventative care and ready for an emergency at a moment’s notice. Our hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory, surgical suite, digital x-ray and full pharmacy. Our dedicated staff will treat your pet like our own, providing your pet with first-rate care unmatched by larger, multi-doctor hospitals.

We treat cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, rabbits, and small pet mammals.

House Call Veterinary Care!

We travel to your home or farm to provide veterinary care to all animals, from hamsters to horses.

Dr. Joe D'Abbraccio and associates provide house calls in Sullivan, Orange, Ulster, and parts of Dutchess and Delaware Counties. Some of the towns that we travel to include Middletown, Goshen, Chester, Florida, Pine Bush, Rock Hill, Monticello, Forestburgh, Fallsburg, and others.

Why stress your pet with the travel to the veterinary hospital when our doctors and staff come to you. We perform routine visits in the comfort of your home.

Services include hospitalizations, x-rays, ultrasounds, surgery, dental care, orthopedic surgery, cardiology consultations, and more.

Welcome to Oakland Animal Hospital!

At Oakland Animal Hospital we take our relationship with your pet personally; we know that your pet is an important part of your family, and we provide the same loving care that they receive at home. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care in a convenient and pleasant, professional atmosphere to our clients in the Oakland, Wayne, Franklin Lakes NJ area. We offer the highest quality veterinary medical, surgical, dental, medical boarding and preventive care services in addition to an on-site diagnostic laboratory, pharmacy and medical boarding in our intermediate care facility.

Where Pets Come First!
A pet can bring a lifetime of joy, love and treasured memories. With those happy moments comes a special responsibility to care for the needs of your animal friend. We believe your pet deserves the best veterinary care New Jersey has to offer - and Oakland Animal Hospital takes great pride in making sure your pet is treated like a member of the family. In short – we make veterinary care a family affair.


Oakland Animal Hospital was founded in 1963 by Dr. Henry Peinecke to offer modern compassionate veterinary care to the animals of northwest Bergen County and nearby Passaic and Morris Counties. In 1979, Dr. Robert P. Gordon became the director of the hospital.

Since 1963 Oakland Animal Hospital has grown from a single veterinary practice and a small staff to three veterinarians, 7 veterinarian technicians, and 9 support staff. Our goal is to make veterinary care a family affair; that is why we believe that you should see the same friendly faces at the door and your pet should receive the same love and care that you give at home.

At the Oakland Animal Hospital, the human animal bond is a top priority. We carefully select our staff based on their training, people and animal skills. Our staff is made up of people who love their pets, just like you. By carefully selecting our staff, we can ensure that your beloved pet is being cared for in a compassionate, caring, professional atmosphere.

Call 24/7 to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced veterinarians.