Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Equine Veterinary Care in Modesto
Founded in 1995 by Dr. Daniel Sweet and Carole Sweet, Sweet River Equine Clinic has established itself as a trusted leader in equine veterinary care. Our practice combines decades of hands-on experience with a deep commitment to animal welfare. We offer comprehensive services, including emergency care, reproductive medicine, and advanced diagnostics, all delivered with personalized attention. Our team of skilled veterinarians, including Dr. Carol Van Hoogmoed, brings specialized expertise in equine health and sports medicine. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and compassion in every interaction.Our facility in Modesto, CA, features state-of-the-art equipment for both routine and complex procedures. We serve Modesto, Turlock, Oakdale, and surrounding areas, ensuring accessibility for our clients. With over 25 years of trusted service, we emphasize continuous learning and adaptation to evolving veterinary practices. Our dedication to transparency and client education builds long-term trust. Whether providing preventative care or urgent treatment, our mission remains the same: to treat every horse and owner with respect and dedication.
Services
Emergency Services
Reproductive Services
Equine Surgeries
Lameness Evaluation
Pre-Purchase Exams
Endoscopy
Castration
Microchipping
Senior Care
Preventative Care
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency equine care with on-call doctors.
- Our practice has over 25 years of combined equine veterinary experience.
- Specialized services include reproductive medicine and sports injury diagnostics.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each horse's needs.
- Our team uses state-of-the-art equipment for accurate diagnostics and care.
What people say
Wonderful vet
Knowledgeable team
Compassionate staff
Emergency support
Personalized care
Services
Emergency Services
Our 24/7 emergency services provide prompt care for critical equine conditions. We offer immediate response for field emergencies and on-site treatment. Doctors rotate on-call duties to ensure continuous availability. This service includes after-hours and weekend support. Clients receive timely communication about on-call status updates.
Reproductive Services
We specialize in equine reproductive medicine, including artificial insemination and embryo transfers. Services cover fertility assessments and pregnancy management. Our team provides detailed guidance to optimize breeding outcomes. Pre-breeding exams ensure mare and stallion readiness. We support owners through every stage of the reproductive process.
Equine Surgeries
Our surgical suite handles elective and emergency procedures. Services include standing surgeries and post-operative care. We use advanced monitoring equipment for patient safety. Pre-surgical consultations assess risks and outcomes. Recovery protocols emphasize comfort and optimal healing for horses.
Lameness Evaluation
We conduct comprehensive lameness assessments using flexion tests and imaging. Diagnoses identify pain sources from hooves to neck. Nerve blocks help pinpoint problem areas during evaluations. Owners receive detailed reports explaining findings and treatment plans. Early detection prevents chronic conditions in performance horses.
Pre-Purchase Exams
Our exams evaluate potential purchases through physical and neurological testing. We perform lameness evaluations and conformation analysis. X-ray packages offer detailed skeletal insights. Reports provide objective assessments for informed purchasing decisions. Optional diagnostics enhance evaluation accuracy for competitive horses.
People
Daniel Sweet
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Sweet founded Sweet River Equine Clinic in 1995 after graduating from UC Davis. He specializes in equine podiatry and sports medicine with 35 years in AAEP. Personalized care remains his priority despite 25+ years in practice.
Carol Van Hoogmoed
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Van Hoogmoed brings 20+ years veterinary experience and chiropractic certification since 2015. She balances clinical work with disaster medicine training at Fresno State. Her research background enhances diagnostic approaches for complex cases.
Carole Sweet
Practice Manager
Carole co-founded the clinic in 1995 and manages daily operations. She combines agricultural expertise from Cal Poly with hands-on equine experience. Her leadership ensures seamless coordination between medical and administrative teams.
Brianna Sweet
Office Manager
Brianna manages front-office operations since 2019 with lifelong equine experience. She assists veterinary staff while maintaining client communication standards. Her dual perspective as both office manager and horse owner improves client understanding.
Barbara Riner
Assistant Office Manager
Barbara joined in 2022 with business management training from MJC. She combines equine reproduction knowledge with client service excellence. Her background ensures smooth administrative support for technical teams.
Questions
Are equine services available after regular business hours?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency coverage with on-call doctors available constantly.
Which areas do you serve for equine veterinary care?
We serve Modesto, Turlock, Oakdale, and surrounding Central Valley regions for equine health needs.
What equine surgical options exist at your clinic?
We perform elective procedures and emergency surgeries in our fully equipped surgical suite using modern techniques.
How does your pre-purchase exam process work?
Our comprehensive evaluations include physical exams, lameness assessments, and optional x-rays to inform purchase decisions.
What equine reproductive services do you offer?
We provide artificial insemination, fertility diagnostics, and complete breeding program support for mare owners.
