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Compassionate Veterinary Care for Pets & Equine in Cortez
Montezuma Veterinary Clinic has served the Four Corners region with comprehensive veterinary care since our founding. Led by Dr. Michelle Schmidt, our team delivers compassionate treatment for equine, small animals, and family pets, prioritizing preventive care and wellness. We integrate modern veterinary technology with personalized service to address both routine and urgent medical needs, ensuring client education remains central to our practice. With decades of combined expertise, we focus on building long-term relationships grounded in trust and transparency. Our approach emphasizes nutritional guidance, disease prevention, and tailored treatment plans to support lifelong animal health.We maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a welcoming environment for pets and owners alike. Through continuous training and state-of-the-art diagnostics, we address complex conditions while maintaining accessibility for everyday care. Our commitment extends beyond the clinic through community outreach and after-hours emergency support. By balancing advanced medicine with ethical integrity, we strive to be the definitive veterinary resource for Cortez and surrounding areas.
Services
Equine Dentistry
Small Animal Care
Emergency Services
Vaccination Programs
Preventative Care
Ultrasound Imaging
Dental Procedures
Lameness Examinations
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services for large and small animals.
- Our team includes experienced equine specialists with advanced diagnostic capabilities.
- We provide customized preventive care plans based on lifelong animal health research.
- Our facility features digital radiography and on-site surgical capabilities.
- We maintain continuous education in veterinary medicine through AAEP membership.
Services
Equine Dentistry
Our equine dentistry services include comprehensive oral exams, floating teeth, and dental radiography to maintain optimal dental health for horses. We address chewing difficulties and prevent dental-related systemic infections through specialized techniques. Dedicated to improving equine comfort and longevity through routine dental maintenance programs.
Emergency Services
We provide critical care for pets and horses outside regular hours through our emergency veterinary services. Advanced diagnostics and stabilization capabilities handle trauma, poisoning, and sudden illnesses. Clients receive immediate triage assessment with transport guidance when required, maintaining safety protocols for after-hours visits.
Preventative Care
Customized vaccination schedules, deworming protocols, and nutritional counseling form our preventive care foundation. Regular check-ups identify potential issues early while parasite control strategies mitigate disease risks. Educational resources help owners implement home care routines for long-term animal health maintenance.
Small Animal Surgery
Routine and complex surgical procedures are performed using modern anesthetic monitoring and sterile techniques. Preoperative bloodwork ensures safe anesthesia while digital radiography supports accurate diagnostics. Our protocols emphasize pain management and postoperative recovery with detailed discharge instructions for pet owners.
Lameness Examinations
Advanced diagnostic tools including flexion tests, nerve blocks, and ultrasound identify lameness sources in horses. Radiographic imaging pinpoints skeletal abnormalities affecting performance. Tailored rehabilitation plans combine medical treatment and physical therapy to restore equine mobility and athletic function.
People
Michelle Schmidt
DVM
Dr. Michelle Schmidt graduated from Michigan State University's veterinary program and completed a Carbondale internship. Specializing in equine medicine and surgery, she brings over a decade of rural practice experience. As clinic owner since 2014, she maintains active AAEP and Colorado Veterinary Medical Association memberships.
Questions
What are your hospital hours?
Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Tuesday/Thursday 8:00 AM-7:00 PM, Saturday/Sunday closed.
Do you require appointments?
Yes, we see patients by scheduled appointments during regular business hours.
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and CareCredit financing options.
At what age can pets be spayed/neutered?
Between 4-6 months old following pre-surgical health evaluation and vaccination verification.
Do you offer pet boarding services?
No, we only hospitalize pets for medical treatment purposes.
What after-hours emergency services are available?
Limited 24/7 emergency coverage with prior consultation required for urgent after-hours visits.
