About Ben

Dr. Ben Daggett graduated from Cornell University with his DVM in 2019. He focused his veterinary studies on both small and large animals. After all of his experiences in veterinary school, (the best being working at the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race), he decided to solely pursue his small animal interests.

He practices in the Tug Hill region of Upstate New York as a small animal practitioner while running sled dogs and salsa dancing with his partner in his spare time. He has special interests in client communication, working dogs, and animal behavior. He has a rescued German shepherd mix dog that he trail-runs, skijors, and paddleboards with while also training for AKC Trick Titles during their downtime.

First Time for Everything

January 2, 2020 By Ben

I frequently find myself encountering new things in practice, even if they are variations of something I have done before. Even the removal of a skin mass can have plenty of intricacies and odd characteristics that make it interesting. You never know what you will find until you get rolling with a surgical procedure. These […]

Becoming the Surgeon

January 1, 2020 By Ben

Surgery used to be my bane, but now it is one of my most favorite parts of practice. The change happened right under my nose. It was a humbling experience and reminded me that I need to be open to change and accept new experiences as they come. Sometimes it can be difficult to notice […]

High Expectations, Unfortunate Situations

October 2, 2019 By Ben

Having an animal in your life is a very rewarding and mutually beneficial form of companionship that people all over the world treasure. Dogs, cats, and many other animals have earned their spot in our hearts that will keep their memories alive for years and years to come, even well after they have passed. Our […]

About Ben

First Time for Everything

Becoming the Surgeon

High Expectations, Unfortunate Situations

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