Emergency Services

Rapid evaluation, pain management, and oral fluids are given for one of the most frequent equine emergencies. We can also determine whether surgical referral or continued home care is best for your horse.

Wound assessment, care, and infection prevention are provided for deep cuts, punctures, and other soft-tissue injuries. Referral to the nearest hospital may be recommended due to what structures have been damaged or are involved.

Even if a choke resolves on its own, the possibility for aspiration pneumonia is high. It can also be scary watching your horse choke (although it's in the esophagus, NOT the trachea). We can relieve the obstruction with sedation and lavage, provide pain relief, and address secondary issues that occur with this emergency.

Sudden, non-weight-bearing lameness may indicate fractures, abscesses, or other serious conditions. We provide a thorough and focused lameness exam, nerve blocks, and can take radiographs to help diagnose the underlying issue. Pain management is instituted and a treatment plan is started to get your equine family member back on track.

Eyes are always an emergency in our horses. We will examine, provide pain relief and diagnostics, and come up with a management plan. The most common eye injuries are corneal ulcers, lacerations, and foreign bodies. When treated quickly, the chance of permanent damage drops significantly.

This painful and scary hoof condition requires immediate intervention. Pain management, radiographs, and a comprehensive treatment plan works to slow down or prevent permanent damage. In these cases, working alongside with your primary veterinarian is crucial to provide the best care for your equine companion.

Sudden wobbliness, incoordination, or weakness may indicate serious neurological conditions. A thorough history is obtained, an in-depth neurological exam is performed, and diagnostics can be done to help figure out what is going on with your equine friend.

Horses unable to rise face life-threatening complications. Our veterinarians assess the cause, offer supportive care, and determine the best course of action for you and your horse.

Dystocia (difficult birth) requires immediate veterinary assistance. Assistance with complicated deliveries and neonatal care for newborn foals is available. A recommendation to the nearest hospital may be made to ensure the best outcome for your mare and foal.