Dr. Michelle Oakley

No two days are ever the same in the Yukon.
From farm animals to wildlife, every creature is part of the community.
Through her Nat Geo Wild series, Dr. Oakley invites viewers into this rugged, inspiring world.

Education & Experience

From zoology studies to wildlife fieldwork, Dr. Oakley built her path step by step:

From the University of Michigan in Zoology, to the Calgary Zoo as a Wildlife Biologist, and now today, a Global conservation and Yukon’s trusted vet.

Family & Local Practice

More than a TV vet, Michelle is a mother, neighbor, and wildlife advocate.
Together with her daughters Sierra, Maya, and Willow, she serves communities across Northern Canada and Alaska.

  • HOLISTIC

  • JOYFUL

  • EDUCATIONAL

  • SCIENTIFIC

  • DIVERSE

  • CREDIBLE

Helping animals thrive in the harshest of environments.