Celina, TX Veterinary Services

We know how important it is for your racehorses and competition horses to be at their best. Our team offers complete performance checks to find any health issues that might affect their performance.

We do everything from checking for lameness and offering  inspection of horses prior to your purchase (pre-purchase exams). We use our deep knowledge of horse medicine and the latest technology to help us assess your equine athlete.

Our care doesn’t end with finding out what’s wrong; we also create special recovery plans for injuries affecting muscles, tendons, and joints. By mixing traditional treatments with alternatives like acupressure and equine massage therapy, we guide each horse back to peak condition in a way that considers all aspects of their health.

This approach helps every horse reach the best health and performance possible.

We take horse vaccines very seriously because they are key to keeping horses healthy. Equine vaccines play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of horses by providing protection against various infectious diseases. These vaccines stimulate the horse’s immune system to recognize and fight off specific pathogens, significantly reducing the risk of severe illness or death. 

Common vaccines for horses include the following:

• Eastern and Western equine encephalomyelitis
• West Nile virus
• Tetanus
• Rabies

Regular vaccination schedules, tailored to the horse’s age, lifestyle, and risk factors, ensure optimal immunity and contribute to overall herd health. By prioritizing vaccinations, horse owners can safeguard their animals against preventable diseases, promoting longevity and quality of life.

EIA testing, also known as Coggins tests, is key to keeping horses healthy and ready for competition. Dr. Leroy Coggins created this test in 1972 to find Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), a virus that stays with infected horses for life.

This is a big issue for horse owners because it can hurt the animal’s health and their ability to compete or be near other horses. We focus on keeping your horse well by doing these tests right and fast.

Testing your horse isn’t just about following rules; it’s about knowing your horse can travel, compete, and meet other animals without worry. Our full approach to caring for horses makes sure they’re always ready to perform at their best. 

Health certificates are essential for horses needing transportation. They regulate livestock movement and ensure the well-being of equine athletes during travel. As horse owners, we understand that these certificates play a vital role in maintaining the health and safety of our beloved animals.

Shalako K | Veterinary Medicine provides comprehensive support in obtaining these necessary health certificates, allowing us to navigate equine transportation regulations with ease.

At our veterinary hospital, we offer a variety of tests and procedures to keep your horse healthy. We provide accurate and timely results to ensure the best care for your animal. Our diagnostic services are a foundation to preventing and treating health issues effectively.

We aim to give horse owners peace of mind and outstanding veterinary care experiences.

We are dedicated to offering complete solutions. Our advanced tools allow us to provide top-notch diagnostic services personalized for your horse.

Digital radiography, a key aspect of our specialized equine veterinary services, utilizes digital X-ray sensors for swift and precise diagnosis. This cutting-edge technology ensures exceptional image quality for evaluating bone structure and soft tissues like never before.

By providing immediate image acquisition and electronic image sharing capabilities, digital radiography significantly enhances our ability to cater to your horse’s diagnostic needs.

Through this innovative approach, we aim to offer comprehensive imaging modalities with a focus on delivering top-tier care tailored specifically for equine athletes.

With the incorporation of digital radiography into our suite of services at Shalako K | Veterinary Medicine, we are devoted to embracing advancements that benefit the health and performance of your beloved animals.

If needed, we also provide the opportunity for additional radiology consults.

Ultrasound provides detailed insights for understanding horse health and diagnosing conditions. Equine ultrasound is a vital diagnostic tool in veterinary medicine, providing detailed imaging that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions in horses. 

This non-invasive technique uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the horse’s internal structures, such as tendons, ligaments, muscles, and organs. It is particularly useful for identifying soft tissue injuries, monitoring pregnancy, guiding joint injections, and assessing abdominal conditions. Equine ultrasound offers real-time insights, allowing our team to make accurate diagnoses and develop effective treatment plans. By leveraging this advanced technology, Dr. Kaci can enhance the care and management of horses, ensuring better health outcomes and optimal performance.

At our veterinary practice, we partner with a reference laboratory for thorough bloodwork and fecal testing to ensure your horse’s well-being. The specialized tests offered provide detailed insights into your horse’s health.

With support from internal medicine consultants and pathologists, we expedite diagnoses through advanced diagnostic services. This partnership reflects our dedication to providing custom care aimed at enhancing the health and performance of equine athletes.

Our collaboration with this laboratory strengthens our ability to deliver personalized care tailored to each animal’s unique needs.