Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Equine Veterinarian in Wisconsin Dells, WI
Dells Equine Veterinary Service has been dedicated to equine health and wellness in Central Wisconsin since 2013. Our practice combines extensive experience with a compassionate approach, offering comprehensive preventative, diagnostic, and emergency care tailored to horses' unique needs. We prioritize building long-term relationships with clients, ensuring personalized attention and continuity of care. Our team brings specialized expertise in equine dentistry, lameness evaluation, reproductive services, and advanced surgical procedures. Since 2021, our full-service clinic has provided convenient access to inpatient and outpatient care, enhancing our ability to address complex medical needs. We maintain active memberships in professional organizations like the American Association of Equine Practitioners, staying current with medical advancements through continuous education.Our commitment to excellence extends to community education through workshops and seminars, empowering horse owners with practical knowledge. We operate with transparency and integrity, offering clear communication about treatment options and costs. Our founder, Dr. Suzanne McKichan, brings decades of equine-specific experience, having graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. We take pride in being recognized for exceptional customer service, technical proficiency, and genuine care for both animals and their owners.
Services
Preventative Care
Equine Dentistry
Lameness Diagnostics
Pre-Purchase Exams
Reproductive Services
Foaling Assistance
Ophthalmology
Dermatology
Emergency Care
Horse Classes
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of equine-specific veterinary expertise since 2013
- Our full-service clinic provides both outpatient and inpatient care options
- We specialize in advanced equine dentistry with motorized floating techniques
- Emergency services available with experienced on-call veterinary support
- Personalized care emphasizing long-term client-veterinarian relationships
What people say
Top-notch dental skills
Excellent customer service
Compassionate animal care
Thorough pre-purchase exams
Reliable emergency response
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care program includes annual physical exams, vaccinations, deworming, and nutritional consultations to maintain optimal equine health. We perform Coggins testing, routine bloodwork, and microchip placement while providing education on parasite control and barn safety. Early detection through regular checkups helps prevent serious health issues and establishes medical baselines for better emergency care outcomes.
Equine Dentistry
We provide comprehensive dental services including oral exams with sedation, motorized floating for sharp points and overgrowths, and extraction of problematic teeth. Our advanced equipment minimizes discomfort while addressing alignment issues and gum disease. Regular dental maintenance prevents pain and improves feed efficiency, contributing to overall health and longevity in horses.
Emergency Care
Available outside regular hours, our emergency services handle colic, lacerations, foaling complications, and other critical conditions. We stabilize patients on-site and coordinate hospital transfers when needed. Our team responds promptly to urgent situations while maintaining continuity of care through follow-up treatments and recovery monitoring for injured or ill horses.
Pre-Purchase Exams
We conduct thorough pre-purchase examinations including physical assessments, lameness evaluations, and diagnostic imaging to inform buying decisions. Our comprehensive reports cover conformation, soundness, and potential health concerns while offering guidance for both buyers and sellers to ensure transparent transactions and protect all parties involved.
Reproductive Services
Our reproductive services include mare breeding soundness exams, cooled semen artificial insemination, and pregnancy management. We provide customized gestational timelines, twin management, and post-foaling care for mares and foals. Our support extends to neonatal exams, IgG testing, and treatment for reproductive health issues to maximize successful breeding outcomes.
People
Dr. Suzanne McKichan
Veterinarian and Owner
Dr. Suzanne McKichan graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. She established Dells Equine in 2013 after recognizing regional demand for specialized equine care. With expertise in dentistry, lameness diagnostics, and emergency medicine, she emphasizes client education and compassionate treatment. Her international veterinary outreach experience includes work in Ecuador through Christian Veterinary Mission.
Questions
What equine services are available at your Wisconsin Dells clinic?
Our clinic offers dental care, surgery, lameness diagnostics, reproductive services, and inpatient recovery care for horses requiring extended treatment.
Do you provide emergency veterinary care for horses after hours?
Yes, we offer emergency services outside regular business hours with limitations. Contact us at 608-844-9833 for urgent equine care needs.
What payment options do you offer for equine veterinary services?
We accept online payments and offer flexible payment plans to accommodate various veterinary care budgets and requirements.
Are your veterinary services available throughout Central Wisconsin?
We serve Central Wisconsin including Madison, Fond du Lac, Tomah, and surrounding areas with mobile and clinic-based care.
What makes Dells Equine different from other equine veterinarians?
We combine specialized equine expertise with personalized service, maintaining continuity of care through long-term client relationships and comprehensive treatment approaches.
Do you offer educational programs for horse owners?
Yes, we provide horse care classes and seminars tailored to different audiences, covering medical assessments and general equine management topics.
