Lameness
In regards to lameness evaluations, a thorough comprehensive exam from mouth to tail is conducted. You might ask why look in the mouth? A lot of subtle lameness or riding behavioral issues can arise from dental problems or jaw joint pain. Consequently, the whole musculoskeletal system is palpated and examined for pain or misalignments. An evaluation of the hoof capsule conformation and measurements of the distal limb are evaluated. As the old saying holds true "No Hoof, No Horse", we work closely with the farrier to keep your athlete performing. Just like an elite race car has to have all parts mechanically tuned, your elite athlete has to have all parts of his musculoskeletal system in top condition to perform at its maximum level. So we conduct a thorough exam and use diagnostic tests like radiology (x-rays), ultrasound, and thermography along with well-trained and fine-tuned human palpation skills.

Podiatry
Podiatry is the fastest growing portion of our practice since the foundation for achieving full athletic potential of your horse is proper hoof care. We have on-site farriers that work closely with Dr Wagner to improve the lower limb of your horse. Shoeing prescriptions and phone calls with your farrier can help those horses not shod at the clinic.

Reproductive Management
Proper reproductive management begins with selection and evaluation, needed treatments, insemination, and mare care to create the greatest opportunity for a successful foaling. Initially the mare needs to be evaluated, the age and history of the mare determines what tests need to be performed to determine the reproductive potential of your mare. Maiden mares less than ten years of age just need a physical and ultrasound evaluation. While older mares or mares with a history of reproductive problems may need a physical, ultrasound evaluation, vaginal/cervical exam, uterine bacterial culture, uterine cytology, and uterine biopsy to determine the reproductive condition and odds of getting the mare in foal and carrying it to term. After the reproductive condition of the mare is determined and any necessary treatments performed, the mare is ready to be bred. We offer in-house or on farm breeding services. Daily palpations to determine size and consistency of the enlarging follicle are performed to determine the proper time for insemination of the mare with semen. Daily ultrasound to determine follicular size on the ovary alone is not efficient in monitoring the progression of the mare's heat cycle. When the mare is ready for the semen we can instruct live cover or inseminate with fresh cooled or frozen semen.

Mares are checked 24 hours after breeding to ensure fluid clearance from the uterus or the embryo could be lost. In addition to offering in-depth and comprehensive breeding services we also provide stallion evaluation, collecting and shipping of cooled semen.

Dental Care
We offer comprehensive dental care at Equine Health Solutions. A majority of riding behavioral problems originate in the mouth. We offer power dental equilibration. While under sedation, the complete oral cavity is evaluated including each tooth, the tongue, and gum surface. The abnormal findings in the horse's mouth is discussed with the client before the teeth are equilibrated by floating. After the molars are equilibrated the incisors or front teeth are examined and equilibrated if needed. We are able to identify with radiology and remove diseased teeth in the standing horse. This eliminates the risks involved with laying a horse down to extract a tooth.

Diagnostics & Surgery
Equine Health Solutions has an experienced clinician in equine medicine and surgery to evaluate diagnostic tests. In-house blood analysis allows for immediate results for critical care patients along with bacteriological testing. Ultrasound, radiology (x-rays), thermography, and endoscopy are used on a daily basis. Also included in the lab is semen evaluation capabilities.

Equine Health Solutions is able to perform most elective surgeries in our surgical suite. The use of the surgery suite is preferred for the safety and efficiency of the surgeon as well as the safety of the patient.

Preventative Care
In the area of preventative care we offer routine vaccinations, providing and monitoring the Pfizer colic assurance program (PreventiCare), and Fort Dodge Animal Health Innovator Rewards Program. At Equine Health Solutions we believe prevention is crucial in keeping your horse healthy. Along with vaccinations and deworming, an annual physical can identify needed maintenance issues and subtle medical issues before they become major medical problems. So when we vaccinate your horse a general physical is performed including evaluating lymph nodes, skin, heart and lungs, joints, tail and anal tone, external genitalia, and oral cavity. This allows identification of those horses that need additional preventive maintenance and medical care.