Westview Veterinary Hospital offers several Equine services which range from Routine Health Care, Equine Reproduction Techniques, In House Laboratory, Internal Medicine, Lameness and Elective Surgeries.
Routine Health Care
- Vaccinations
- Fecal Exams
- Dental Services
- Sheath Cleaning
- Coggins Testing
- Health Certificates
Reproduction
Westview Veterinary Hospital has the capability for many advanced breeding techniques. Our facility is equipped with 4 stalls and pasture turn out. Our services include:
- Artificial Insemination- Fresh and Frozen
- Embryo Transfer/Freezing
- Semen Collection Evaluation and Processing
- Management of Problem Mares
Internal Medicine
Many diseases require immediate attention. Our in house laboratory consists of Chemistry, Complete Blood Count, Urinalysis and Body Fluid Analysis. By doing blood work on premises this expedites results for immediate and appropriate treatment. Our hospital consists of 2 stalls with Intravenous Fluid capability. This service is used to correct dehydration, and can resolve mild impaction colic. Our medical services include:
- Endoscope- Upper Airway Evaluation
- Corneal Ulcers
- Joint Lavage-Joint ill Foal
- Trans- Tracheal Wash-Pneumonia
- Bronchial Alveolar Lavage- COPD
- Pre- Purchase Exams
Lameness
Lame horses need to be treated quickly and appropriately. Whether your horse competes weekly or enjoys life in the pasture, lameness effects the welfare of your horse.
Our services include:
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Gait evaluation and diagnostic nerve block
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Digitally Processed Radiographs
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Digital Ultrasound
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Joint Injections
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Joint Supplementation
Elective Surgeries
Certain elective surgical procedures are performed at WVH. Surgeries are done under IV Anesthesia and include, but not limited to:
- Castration/Cryptorchid
- Umbilical Hernias
- Lumpectomy
- Specific Ophthalmic Procedures
- Delayed Closure of Infected Wounds
