Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Equine Veterinarian in Larkspur, CO
Rocky Mountain Equine Clinic has dedicated itself to equine veterinary care since 1988, serving El Paso and Southern Douglas Counties with unwavering commitment. Our team of licensed veterinarians brings decades of experience in advanced medical, dental, and surgical care, supported by skilled assistants who prioritize your horses health. We offer comprehensive services, including 24/7 emergency treatments, preventative medicine, lameness diagnostics, and chiropractic/acupuncture therapies. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, our full-service clinic ensures accurate diagnostics and tailored treatment plans.We emphasize client education, preventive strategies, and compassionate care to safeguard your horses long-term wellbeing. With a focus on individualized attention, we foster trust and transparency, ensuring clients understand every step of their horses care. Our dedication to excellence extends to continuous professional development and adherence to the latest industry standards.
Services
Routine Care
Dentistry
Emergency Services
Lameness Exams
Pre-Purchase Exams
Vaccinations
Coggins Testing
Diagnostic Imaging
Internal Medicine
Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency services for equine clients.
- Our team has over 30 years of combined equine veterinary experience.
- We provide comprehensive preventive and emergency care under one roof.
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and dental tools.
- We prioritize client education and transparent communication.
What people say
Smart and professional
Fantastic about updates
Incredible patience
Best care available
Prompt service
Services
Routine Care
Our routine care services include annual wellness exams, vaccinations, fecal testing, and dental floats to prevent illness and establish baseline health metrics. We follow AAEP guidelines for vaccinations like EEE, WEE, Tetanus, and West Nile Virus. Clients receive personalized advice on nutrition, deworming, and maintaining optimal health, ensuring early detection of potential issues and proactive management of chronic conditions.
Dentistry
We provide comprehensive dental exams and adjustments, including malocclusion correction, enamel point removal, and radiographic diagnostics. Sedated oral exams allow thorough assessment of dental abnormalities, with tailored treatment plans executed over multiple visits when necessary. Our clinic performs dental extractions using standing, sedated techniques to minimize risk and recovery time, ensuring comfort and long-term oral health for your horse.
Emergency Medicine
Our veterinarians are available 24/7 for colic, wounds, lameness, and other critical conditions, prioritizing rapid response and stabilization. Emergency services extend to established clients and those outside our service radius (with haul-in requirements). We emphasize pre-planning for emergencies, offering guidance on medication use, transport logistics, and triage procedures to safeguard your horses health during urgent situations.
Lameness Exams
Lameness exams include gait analysis, flexion tests, and radiography to identify pain sources and develop targeted treatment plans. We assess hoof conformation, joint function, and soft tissue health, utilizing nerve blocks and imaging to pinpoint issues. Treatments range from joint injections and rest protocols to referrals for advanced therapies like MRI or surgery, ensuring optimal recovery for performance and companion horses.
Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture alleviate musculoskeletal pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall performance in horses. These non-invasive therapies target nerve function, muscle tension, and circulation, complementing traditional treatments for conditions like back pain, arthritis, and post-injury recovery. Our certified practitioners integrate these modalities into personalized care plans for long-term wellness and comfort.
People
Lise Andersen
DVM, CVMA
Dr. Lise Andersen, a Colorado-licensed veterinarian, founded Rocky Mountain Equine Clinic in 2006 after graduating from Colorado State University. Certified in acupuncture and chiropractic care, she combines traditional and alternative therapies. With over two decades of equine practice, she specializes in sports medicine and preventive care, competing in sheepdog trials with her Border Collies.
Questions
What emergency services are available?
We offer 24/7 emergency care for colic, wounds, sudden lameness, and other critical equine conditions.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Larkspur, El Paso County, Colorado Springs, and surrounding regions in Colorado.
What routine care services do you provide?
We offer vaccinations, dental floats, wellness exams, fecal testing, and preventive care following AAEP guidelines.
Do you handle pre-purchase exams?
Yes, we conduct comprehensive pre-purchase exams, including imaging and lameness assessments, to inform buying decisions.
What payment options are available?
Contact the clinic directly for details on accepted payment methods and financial policies.
Are chiropractic services offered?
Yes, we provide chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture for pain management and performance enhancement.
