Equine Services
Wellness care - "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound
of cure" That saying holds true for horses also. As part
of our routine care we provide vaccinations, deworming,
Coggins testing, and dental care. At the time of service
we can discuss any issues you may have with your horse
including nutritional needs, training programs,
geriatric care, etc.
Time of need care - We offer care for your horse in case
of medical colic, sickness, lameness, injury, metabolic
problems, or chronic illness. We are equipped to provide
intravenous fluids and most laboratory results are
obtained within 24 hours. Emergency care for our regular
clients is provided on a 24 hour basis.
Pre-purchase examinations - An extensive physical
examination, lameness evaluation, neurologic
examination, and drug screen is offered by us prior to
purchasing a horse. The information gathered is used by
the prospective buyer and/or agent to determine whether
the horse will be servicable for it's intended use. The
exam often includes laboratory testing, digital
radiographs, endoscopy, and ultrasound exams.
Geriatric care - Aged horses can have sub-clinical health
care issues that can be identified and treated before
they become a problem. If your horse is over 15 years of
age we recommend a complete physical examination and
blood testing to establish baseline values.
Lameness examination - Evaluation of the locomotion of
your horse. We use a variety of techniques to identify
the source(s) of lameness including physical examination
and palpation, flexion tests, and joint and nerve
blocks. Digital radiography, ultrasound, and laboratory
tests help us to further evaluate the source of your
horse's lameness.
Surgery - Standing or recumbent surgery of the horse is
performed for castration, biopsy and laceration repair.
More complicated procedures may be referred to a
specialist.
Specialized procedures:
Ultrasonography - uses sound waves to evaluate soft
tissues like tendons and ligaments, reproductive organs,
lumps, and tumors. It is painless and non-invasive.
Digital Radiography - use of x-rays to visualize bone for
abnormalities including arthritic changes, fractures,
ocd, bone cysts and bone infection. Our unit is capable
of providing digital images within 2 seconds. These
images are viewed on a 3 megapixael 17" screen and can
be enlarged and windows leveled to see subtle changes
often not visible on conventional radiographs.
Endoscopy - utilizes a fiber optic device for evaluating
the upper airway of the horse, including the larynx,
sinuses and guttural pouches. The trachea and upper
esophagus can also be examined with this flexible
device. Useful in prepurchase examinations, pneumonias,
or reactive airway disease.
Tonometry - is a procedure that measures the intraocular
pressure of the eyeball and is useful in detecting
glaucoma and uveitis.
