About
Gippsland Equine Hospital purpose built surgery facilities, and two experienced equine surgeons available for both emergency and elective surgery.
Our digital x-ray equipment is portable allowing for on farm and in clinic diagnosis.
There are five stables, all lined with padded rubber to make a comfortable stay for patients. There is also a double sized stable perfect for a mare and foal.
Our Services
Ambulatory Services
Our veterinary team offer a comprehensive range of equine health services from vaccinations, general health checks, gelding, nutrition advice, routine and emergency care.
Equine Dentals
Equine dental services performed by experienced vets with Powerfloat for optimum assessment, diagnosis and treatment including sedation and pain relief as required. We perform advanced dental procedures such as tooth extractions and x-rays.
Gastroscopy and Endoscopy
State of the art diagnostics for assessment of upper respiratory conditions and inflammatory conditions. Gastroscopy for assessment of gastric ulcers.
Reproduction
Our facility includes a dummy for training and collecting stallions for fresh, chilled and frozen Artificial Insemination (AI). Mares can be prepared and inseminated with fresh, chilled and frozen semen. We offer embryo transfer and have a recipient mare herd.
Lameness Examinations
Lameness examinations at walk and trot in a straight line and on the lunge, flexion tests, hoof testing, nerve blocks and diagnostic imaging.
Surgery
At Gippsland Equine Hospital we have two experienced equine surgeons available for both elective and emergency surgical procedures performed in our purpose built equine surgical facility with padded recovery room.
Annual Health Program
An annual health check helps to keep your horse performing at its best all year and includes Equivac 2 in 1, dental examination/float, wormers x 2, 4 x faecal egg counts and wellness check.
Diagnostics
The in-house diagnostics for our equine clients are supported by Apiam’s ACE Laboratory Services.
