Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in San Diego
ECLAP is a San Diego-based veterinary practice founded in 1981 by Dr. Smith, dedicated to providing compassionate care for large and small animals. Our mission prioritizes animal welfare, combining state-of-the-art equipment with a warm, rustic atmosphere to deliver stress-free experiences for pets and owners. With six large animal veterinarians and a specialized team, we offer advanced services ranging from emergency care to regenerative therapy.Our practice emphasizes personalized interaction, affordability, and cutting-edge diagnostics, serving East San Diego County communities. We value client relationships, ensuring timely service and transparent communication while fostering a positive, progressive work environment. Over four decades, weve expanded from a single-doctor garage practice to a trusted regional veterinary leader.
Services
Emergency Care
Mobile Veterinary Services
Advanced Dentistry
Digital Radiography
Ultrasound
Laboratory Testing
Endoscopy
Laser Therapy
Regenerative Therapy
Microchipping
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of veterinary experience serving East San Diego County
- Our facility combines advanced diagnostics with a stress-free, rustic atmosphere
- We provide 24/7 emergency care for large animals on-site or via mobile service
- Our team includes six specialized large animal veterinarians
- We maintain strict safety protocols for procedures like pig sedation and recovery
What people say
Gentle and competent care
Treated with respect
Best vet in the world
Relaxed barn atmosphere
Customer oriented professionals
Services
24/7 Emergency Care
ECLAP provides round-the-clock emergency veterinary care for large animals through both on-site facilities and mobile deployment. Our team responds to critical situations at any hour, maintaining specialized equipment for urgent medical interventions. This service ensures immediate access to life-saving treatments for livestock and equine patients across East San Diego County.
Mobile Veterinary Services
Our mobile services bring diagnostic capabilities directly to farms and ranches through equipped vehicles that handle examinations, radiographs, and routine preventative care. This service eliminates transportation stress for animals while maintaining diagnostic accuracy through portable imaging technology and laboratory testing capabilities for on-site large animals.
Advanced Dentistry
ECLAP's equine dentistry services utilize updated equipment and techniques for comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments. Our practitioners perform routine dental maintenance while staying current with evolving research to improve horses' comfort and longevity through specialized dental procedures and aftercare monitoring.
Digital Radiography
Our state-of-the-art digital radiograph machine provides high-resolution imaging for accurate diagnosis of bone structure issues in large animals. This technology enables precise evaluation of musculoskeletal conditions through immediate image processing, reducing diagnostic delays and supporting comprehensive treatment planning for equine and livestock patients.
Laser Therapy
ECLAP offers scientifically proven laser therapy treatments to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate healing in animals with musculoskeletal conditions. This non-invasive technology delivers targeted energy to injured tissues, promoting cellular regeneration while maintaining patient comfort during recovery from injuries and surgical procedures.
People
Dr. Craig Chandler
Veterinarian
Dr. Chandler specializes in equine care, emphasizing horses' willingness to collaborate in treatment. He appreciates diverse client interactions and brings extensive experience in large animal medicine to ECLAP's team.
Dr. Daniel Oman
Veterinarian
Veterinarian offering comprehensive care to both large animals and small pets at ECLAP. Dr. Oman contributes to the practice's commitment to compassionate treatment and professional excellence.
Dr. Aaron Harlan
Veterinarian
Experienced large animal specialist maintaining ECLAP's tradition of personalized veterinary services. Dr. Harlan provides expert medical evaluation and treatment while promoting animal welfare standards.
Dr. Caitlin Manring
Veterinarian
Equine care specialist dedicated to delivering compassionate treatment through ECLAP's unique barn-style facility. Dr. Manring participates in the practice's ongoing commitment to advanced veterinary medicine.
Dr. Ty Blanche
Veterinarian
Veterinarian supporting ECLAP's mission through comprehensive care for large animals. Dr. Blanche contributes to the practice's reputation for professional excellence and personalized client interactions.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
ECLAP treats both large animals (primarily equine) and small animals in our San Diego facility, with specialized services for pot-bellied pigs requiring specific care protocols.
Do you offer after-hours emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7/365 emergency care for large animals through our on-site facility and mobile service deployment across East San Diego County.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly to discuss accepted payment options as this information wasn't specified in the provided materials.
Are specialized equine procedures available?
We offer advanced equine services including digital radiography, lameness evaluation, endoscopy, laser therapy, and regenerative treatments through our state-of-the-art facility.
What areas do you serve?
Our veterinary services cover East San Diego County communities including Lakeside, El Cajon, Ramona, Julian, and surrounding areas.
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