Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Equine Veterinarian in West Frankfort, IL
Southern Illinois Equine Clinic has been dedicated to equine healthcare since its founding in 2017. Our team of experienced professionals combines modern facilities with compassionate care to provide comprehensive veterinary services for horses. We prioritize individualized attention, treating every patient with the same devotion we would our own animals. Our 1,625-square-foot outpatient facility features climate-controlled examination spaces, a full pharmacy, and advanced diagnostic tools. We emphasize preventive care through regular health checkups, vaccinations, and dental maintenance while offering specialized services like reproductive care and lameness evaluation.Our commitment to continuing education ensures we stay current with veterinary advancements, including regenerative therapies like stem cell treatment. Transparency in treatment options and costs remains a core principle of our practice. With extended weekday hours and Saturday availability, we strive to accommodate horse owners' schedules while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Our facility's strategic location in West Frankfort enables efficient service to regional equine populations.
Services
General Health
Reproduction
Vaccines
Lameness
Dental
Pharmacy
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 7 years of specialized equine veterinary experience
- Our facility features modern diagnostic and treatment equipment
- We provide comprehensive preventive and emergency care services
- Our team emphasizes transparent communication with horse owners
- We maintain extended weekday hours for client convenience
Services
General Health
Our comprehensive general health services include physical examinations, parasite control, and wellness evaluations. We emphasize preventive care through regular checkups to maintain optimal equine health. Our team provides tailored healthcare plans based on each horse's age, lifestyle, and medical history.
Vaccinations
We offer customized vaccination programs following AAEP guidelines. Our core vaccines include protection against encephalomyelitis, rabies, tetanus, and West Nile virus. We also provide risk-based vaccinations for equine influenza and herpes virus based on individual exposure factors.
Dental Care
Our dental services include annual examinations and corrective procedures using modern equipment. We address issues like tooth wear, infections, and chewing difficulties through sedated evaluations and power floating techniques. Regular dental maintenance helps prevent serious health complications.
Lameness Evaluation
We diagnose and treat lameness through comprehensive gait analysis and diagnostic imaging. Our approach combines physical examination with nerve blocks and radiology to identify musculoskeletal issues. Treatment options range from rest protocols to advanced regenerative therapies.
Reproductive Services
Our reproductive care includes fertility assessments, artificial insemination, and embryo transfer. We utilize modern technology for pregnancy monitoring and breeding management. Our services support both mare and stallion reproductive health through all stages of the breeding process.
Questions
What equine services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive equine care including vaccinations, dental exams, lameness evaluation, reproductive services, and general health assessments.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (618) 942-4242 during business hours or complete our online request form for appointment scheduling.
Do you handle emergency cases?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent cases during regular business hours.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm, closed Sundays.
Do you provide dental care for horses?
Yes, we offer annual dental examinations and corrective procedures using modern equine dentistry equipment.
Are vaccines administered according to guidelines?
We follow AAEP vaccination protocols and customize programs based on each horse's specific risk factors and lifestyle.
