Equine Field Services

Our Equine Field Services team provides on-site veterinary care for your horses, offering:
Preventive health care (vaccinations, deworming, dental care)
Routine procedures (castrations, lameness evaluations, minor surgeries)
Emergency response for urgent medical situations
Advanced diagnostics (portable X-ray and ultrasound)

If further specialized care is needed, we work seamlessly with our hospital team to ensure your horse receives the best possible treatment at LVMC.

Emergency Services – Available 24/7
We see emergencies during regular business hours and after-hours.
 If your horse experiences a serious medical condition, you have direct access to our team of equine specialists, ensuring expert-level emergency care day or night.

After-Hours Emergency Care:
All after-hours emergency services are directed through our hospital, providing around-the-clock support with access to board-certified specialists.

Scheduling & Emergency Contact:
For routine field service appointments, call the Large Animal reception desk at (515) 294-1500 (Mon-Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM).
For emergencies, day or night, please call (515) 294-1500 immediately.

We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to continuing to serve your horses with the highest standard of veterinary care.

Dr. Joan Howard examining horse