Business Details
4 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Equine Veterinary Services in Northern Denver
Heritage Equine was founded to provide advanced, compassionate equine veterinary care across Northern Colorado. Our team combines cutting-edge technology with personalized service, offering mobile diagnostics like digital radiography and ultrasonography directly at your barn. With a legacy spanning three generations of veterinarians, we bring deep expertise in sports medicine, lameness evaluation, and holistic treatments. Our focus remains on building lasting relationships with clients while prioritizing the health and performance of their horses. We serve Broomfield, Erie, Brighton, Boulder, Longmont, and Berthoud, ensuring accessibility without compromising quality.The practice reflects our family's lifelong dedication to veterinary medicine, with team members trained at Colorado State University and institutions nationwide. We continuously invest in professional development, including advanced imaging courses and certifications in acupuncture. Our approach balances clinical excellence with genuine care, treating each horse as if it were our own. This commitment extends to transparent communication, tailored treatment plans, and 24/7 availability for existing clients. By maintaining a mobile practice model, we minimize stress for horses while maximizing convenience for owners.
Services
Routine Examinations
Dentistry
Vaccines
Lameness Evaluations
Digital Radiographs
Ultrasound
Gastroscopy
Shockwave Therapy
Reproductive Services
Surgical Procedures
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer fully mobile equine veterinary services with advanced diagnostic technology
- Our team includes veterinarians with specialized training in sports medicine and acupuncture
- Three generations of equine veterinary expertise within our family practice
- 24/7 availability for existing clients' urgent care needs
- Personalized treatment plans combining traditional and holistic approaches
What people say
Extremely knowledgeable
Excellent care
Warm and friendly
Great customer service
Compassionate approach
Services
Lameness Evaluations
Our comprehensive lameness evaluations utilize advanced diagnostics like digital radiography and the Equinosis Lameness Locator system. We combine traditional veterinary methods with holistic approaches to identify and treat performance-limiting conditions. With decades of combined experience in equine sports medicine, our team develops customized rehabilitation plans that address both immediate discomfort and long-term mobility issues.
Digital Radiographs
We provide on-site digital radiography services using wireless technology for immediate, high-resolution imaging. This mobile capability allows accurate diagnosis of musculoskeletal issues without transporting horses to clinics. Our veterinarians interpret images in real-time to expedite treatment decisions for acute injuries or chronic conditions.
Reproductive Services
Our reproductive care includes artificial insemination with quantitative sperm analysis, mare management, and foaling assistance. We utilize Isperm technology for precise fertility assessments and offer comprehensive care from pre-breeding exams through neonatal foal care. This service supports both commercial breeding operations and individual horse owners.
Acupuncture
Certified in traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, we offer acupuncture treatments for pain management and performance enhancement. This service complements conventional treatments for musculoskeletal issues, neurological conditions, and general wellness. Our approach integrates modern veterinary science with time-tested holistic techniques.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various field surgeries including castrations, mass removals, and laceration repairs. Our mobile equipment enables sterile procedures at your facility while minimizing transport stress. For complex cases, we coordinate with our consulting equine surgeon Dr. Lauren Luedke for specialized surgical interventions.
People
Dr. Chelsea Luedke
Veterinarian, Partner
A Colorado native with FEI Eventing experience, Dr. Chelsea Luedke earned her veterinary degrees at Colorado State University. She completed an internship at The Piedmont Equine Practice and specializes in sports medicine and acupuncture. She brings expertise in equine performance and lameness diagnostics.
Dr. Bret Luedke
Veterinarian, Partner
Dr. Bret Luedke grew up in a veterinary family and earned his degrees at Colorado State University. After an internship at Idaho Equine Hospital, he developed expertise in equine lameness and medicine through practice in Wisconsin and Colorado. He co-founded Heritage Equine in 2022.
Dr. Tom Pryor
Veterinarian
Raised on a Wyoming ranch, Dr. Tom Pryor earned his veterinary degrees at Colorado State University. With seven years of mobile equine practice experience and national relief work, he specializes in emergency medicine and sports medicine. He joined Heritage Equine in 2023.
Dr. Lauren Luedke
Consulting Equine Surgeon
Board-certified equine surgeon Dr. Lauren Luedke completed residencies at Cornell and Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists. Now an Associate Professor at Colorado State University, she provides surgical consultations for Heritage Equine patients.
Elizabeth Livermore
Veterinary Assistant
Certified in equine massage through the Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure, Liz assists with procedures and patient care. She is pursuing advanced equine bodywork certifications while supporting the veterinary team's daily operations.
Questions
What equine veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including lameness evaluations, digital imaging, dentistry, reproductive care, and surgical procedures using mobile technology.
Are you available for emergency care?
Existing clients can contact us 24/7 for urgent equine care needs through our emergency line.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Northern Colorado including Broomfield, Erie, Brighton, Boulder, Longmont, and Berthoud.
What makes your practice unique?
Our three-generation veterinary legacy combines with mobile technology and holistic treatment approaches for comprehensive equine care.
Do you offer specialized diagnostic tools?
Yes, we use wireless digital radiography, ultrasonography, and the Equinosis Lameness Locator system for precise diagnostics.
