Equine Health Information

Equine Normals*
Temp = 99.5-100.5 degrees
Pulse = 32-36 Beats/Min
Respiration = 10-12 Breaths/Min
*These "normals" vary with different breeds, circumstances and environments

When to Call a Vet
 High Fever
 Severe Swelling
 Excessive Respiratory effort
 Serious Lacerations (Wounds)
 Significant Bleeding
 Colic
 Acute/Non-Weight Bearing Lameness
 Ocular Trauma (Eye Injuries)
 Neurologic Signs (head pressing, stumbling, circling, extremely weak, etc.)
 Excessive Diarrhea
 Difficulty swallowing

Additional Links:
Adult Vaccination Recommendations
Foal Vaccination Recommendations
Guide for Parasite Control


Equine Veterinary services: 24/7
Business Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.*

*Later appointments are available to accommodate special circumstances. Saturday by appointment only and must be scheduled during regular office hours.
Payment policy: Payment is due when services are rendered.  We accept cash, checks, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and Discover.


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