Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet

Michelle Oakley’s veterinary practice covers vast expanses and includes a wide variety of animal species, embodying the rugged spirit of the Yukon. Her work is anything but routine, with tasks ranging from expressing a dog’s anal glands to being pursued by massive Arctic musk-oxen. With her teenage daughters by her side and a wit as keen as a scalpel, Michelle skillfully balances her roles as a full-time veterinarian, wife, and doctor, offering us a glimpse into the untamed and often overlooked areas of the Yukon.