Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Equine Veterinary Services in Darien, WI
Lakeshore Equine Service was founded in January 2006 by Dr. Andrea McGowan, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with over two decades of equine veterinary experience. Our practice specializes in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, including lameness evaluation, shockwave therapy, and regenerative medicine techniques like IRAP and PRP. We serve horse owners in Darien, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas across Wisconsin and Illinois, offering comprehensive care from routine wellness exams to specialized treatments.Our team combines technical expertise with compassionate care, maintaining membership in the American Association of Equine Practitioners to stay at the forefront of equine health advancements. We provide access to educational resources, online pharmacies, and specialized equipment rentals like the Foal Alert monitoring system to support optimal equine health outcomes.
Services
Lameness Evaluation
Shockwave Therapy
IRAP Therapy
PRP Therapy
Equine Dentistry
Musculoskeletal Therapy
Pre-Purchase Exams
Endoscopy
Coggins Testing
Health Certificates
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of equine veterinary expertise
- Specialized in advanced therapies like shockwave and IRAP
- Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities including ultrasound and radiology
- Personalized care from a UW-Madison trained equine specialist
- Access to specialized equipment rentals for foal monitoring
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Equine Practitioners
Services
Lameness Evaluation
Our lameness evaluation service combines advanced diagnostic techniques with decades of clinical experience to identify musculoskeletal issues in horses. We utilize gait analysis, nerve blocks, and imaging technologies to develop targeted treatment plans that restore mobility and performance capabilities.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy delivers high-energy acoustic waves to accelerate healing in musculoskeletal conditions. This non-invasive treatment effectively addresses tendonitis, arthritis, and other soft tissue injuries while reducing pain and inflammation without requiring surgery.
IRAP Therapy
IRAP (Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist Protein) therapy uses the horse's own blood to create anti-inflammatory serum for joint treatment. This regenerative medicine approach helps manage osteoarthritis and joint degeneration through natural healing processes.
Equine Dentistry
Our comprehensive dental services include routine floating, corrective procedures, and oral health assessments. We address dental abnormalities that affect eating comfort, performance, and overall well-being using specialized equine dental equipment and techniques.
Pre-Purchase Exams
Pre-purchase examinations assess a horse's health and suitability for intended use. Our thorough evaluations include physical exams, lameness assessments, and diagnostic imaging to provide buyers with comprehensive information about potential equine investments.
People
Dr. Andrea McGowan
Veterinarian
Dr. McGowan graduated from UW-Madison with a DVM in 1997 after earning a bachelor's degree in animal science. With over 20 years of equine practice experience, she specializes in lameness and dental care while maintaining AAEP membership.
Questions
What equine veterinary services do you offer?
We provide lameness evaluation, shockwave therapy, IRAP, PRP, dental care, pre-purchase exams, and diagnostic imaging services for horses in Wisconsin and Illinois.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 262-882-4626 during our business hours Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm to schedule equine veterinary services.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept MasterCard, Visa, and Discover for our equine veterinary services and product offerings.
Do you provide emergency services?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency care, we recommend contacting local emergency clinics for urgent equine medical needs outside our regular business hours.
Are specialized equipment rentals available?
Yes, we offer Foal Alert monitoring system rentals for equine reproductive management. Contact our office for availability and rental information.
