Doctors and Staff

Joshua Furman, DVM

Native to Orange County, Dr. Furman grew up in the town of Greenville and graduated from Minisink Valley Central School District. He attended Orange County Community College, SUNY Delhi, SUNY New Paltz, and the University of South Florida. Dr. Furman received his doctorate degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine located in St. Kitts, West Indies. He then finished his clinical year of schooling at the University of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Many may recognize Dr. Furman from his work as a relief veterinarian in clinics through out the area. In addition to his relief work, Dr. Furman was an emergency veterinarian for 4 years at Orange County Animal Emergency Clinic. In May 2006, Dr. Furman fulfilled a life long dream of purchasing his clinic, Monhagen Veterinary Hospital.

Dr. Furman lives in Middletown with his dogs Hank and Arthur; and his cats Fred and Ash. He enjoys snowmobiling, mountain biking, golfing, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Furman is proud to be the veterinarian for the Middletown Police K-9 Unit, the Orange County Arson K-9, as well as other K-9 units through out Orange and Sullivan County, and New York City.

In addition to his work as a veterinarian, Dr. Furman has been approached by a number of publishing companies fo the rights to his 400 page veterinary review book. This book focuses on assisting veterinarians to better prepare themselves for their National Board exam. Dr. Furman wrote this book while attending his final year of veterinary school at the University of Minnesota The review book has sold over 200 copies and is currently only available through the University of Minnesota Veterinary book store. Dr. Furman also contributes pet care articles to the Times Herald Record.

Dr. Furman is a professional member of the New York State Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Medical Association. We are pleased to announce that Dr. Furman was recently featured on the CBS Early Show.

Joe D’Abbraccio

Joe grew up in Monticello where he graduated from Monticello High School in 2006. Following graduation Joe received his Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Science Technology form SUNY Delhi in 2008. He then passed the NYS Boards for Veterinary Technology and received his license as a Veterinary Technician. In order to complete his prerequisites for veterinary school, Joe attended SUNY New Paltz. In January of 2009 Joe will leave to pursue a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at St. Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine located on Grand Cayman Island, BWI.

Joe has been working at area veterinary hospitals for the past 8 years, starting his career at an animal hospital in Monticello. He then went on to work at the Orange County Animal Emergency Clinic where he had the opportunity to work with some very talented people and see some very interesting cases. While working at the emergency clinic, Joe worked during the day at Jeffersonville Animal Hospital. Joe developed a friendship with Dr Furman while working at the emergency clinic.

Joe has been very active in a number of veterinary organizations including the New York State Association of Veterinary Technicians, National Association of Veterinary Technicians, Humane Society of the United States, as well as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Leah Wagner

Leah is native to Orange County growing up in Port Jervis. After high school graduation she attended Orange County Community College where she received a degree in Business Administration. She then attended Nyack College. She has worked in the animal health care industry for the past 19 years. Leah enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her three dogs, Vinnie, Jackie, and Missie.

Ruth Putnam

Ruth is native of Rockland County. She grew up in Stony Point and in 2003 moved to Otisville in Orange County. Ruth enjoys gardening, cooking, and has been a volunteer with Puppies Behind Bars since it’s inception at the Otisville State Correctional Facility.

Cathy Hoffman

Cathy is married and the proud mom of 2 children. She is also mom to the family’s 2 German Shepherds, Heather and Hunter, and their 5 felines, Diego, Tootie, Momo, Chi Chi, and Manny. Cathy is native to Orange County and has worked in the animal health care industry for over 20 years.