Ashley Troncatty, DVM

10/18/2025

🌟 Happy Veterinary Assistants Week to the one and only Meghan O'Daly! 🌟
I am beyond lucky to have you by my side. You are a true rockstar, and I honestly don’t know how I’d manage without you. From field work to book work, you do it all with grace, skill, and an unwavering dedication. 🐴🧲🐎
Not only are you a superhero in the clinic, but you’re also a mother of three and still manage to find time to help me with the practice. Your ability to balance it all is nothing short of incredible!
A huge shout-out also goes to your amazing husband, who is the ultimate super dad, supporting you so that you can be the incredible help to me that you are. 👏💪
Meghan, your hard work, commitment, and positive energy make all the difference, and I am forever grateful for everything you do. Thank you for being the heart of this practice and for always going above and beyond. 💖
I truly couldn’t do it without you. You’re a gem, and I appreciate you more than words can say! 🙌

09/02/2025

🚨 Attention Horse Owners! 🚨

A positive West Nile Virus case has been confirmed in Santa Barbara County. 🦠🐴

Is your horse up to date on their West Nile Virus vaccine? 🐎💉

👉 Don't wait! Protect your horses from this potentially deadly virus.
✅ Schedule a vaccine today with your vet.
✅ Ensure their safety and well-being!

🗓️ Call Dr. Ashley Troncatty at 818-414-2040
Stay safe, and keep your horses healthy! 🌿

West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne flavivirus. WNV primarily causes disease in birds, humans, and horses and is transmitted by many different species of mosquitoes. Since 1999, more than 27,600 U.S. horses have been confirmed with WNV neuro-invasive disease with an estimated average case fata...

08/30/2025

✨Celebrating 1 Year of growth and dedication with Morgan! ✨

It’s hard to believe it’s been one year since Morgan joined our team!🎉🐴 In that time, they’ve not only mastered the skills of an equine veterinary assistant but have also significantly grown both professionally and personally.
From learning new techniques and taking on more responsibility, to developing a deeper understanding of equine care, Morgan has truly become an indispensable member of the team. Their dedication, hard work, and passion for horses have made a real impact on our practice and it’s been incredible to watch them evolve over the past year.
Thank you, Morgan for everything you do! We’re lucky to have you on our team! 🐴🏇🏾

08/20/2025

The term "fat leg" is pretty self-explanatory, but do you know the difference between stocking up and cellulitis?

Many horses will "stock up" with subcutaneous edema (fluid swelling) in two or more legs (usually the hind limbs). Stocking up generally results from a significant decrease in exercise and usually resolves as the horse starts exercising again.

Lymphangitis (or vasculitis, big leg disease, staph infection, or cellulitis), however, is a bacterial infection and a dramatically different condition. While its causes may vary, it’s easy to spot once it sets in. The swelling will be extreme, hot, very painful to the touch, and the horse will be depressed due to the fever and discomfort.

If you think your equine friend has cellulitis or even if you're not sure, we encourage you to seek professional help promptly. Your equine practitioner will make the best treatment recommendations, both to reduce swelling and to address any sort of bacterial infection that might be active or that could occur due to the edema in the soft tissue.