Blog: Equine
Prepurchase Services
Shopping for a new horse is fun, but an integral step is having a thorough evaluation to look for problems that are often not obvious to buyers. Our veterinarians will perform a comprehensive examination of all body systems and conduct a behavioural assessment. Special tests can be performed in addition…
Sports Medicine
Avon Equine strives to stay on the cutting edge of advancements in sports medicine. We offer on-farm and in-clinic evaluations. Our trucks are stocked with portable ultrasound and x-ray machines, allowing us to immediately view images, make on-site diagnoses, initiate treatment and offer a rehabilitation program that is right for…
Gastroscopy
Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is a frequently underdiagnosed condition that is the root of many performance problems in all equine disciplines. While clinical signs can be very telling, the only true diagnosis is via simple gastroscopy. Passage of a special camera allows us to fully evaluate the lining of…
Equine Medicine
Avon Animal Hospital is proud to offer an array of advanced medical procedures to our equine patients. All of our doctors have completed post-graduate training in equine medicine. Both Drs. Paul Johnston and Jeannine DeLuca completed their American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) Equine Internal Medicine Residencies at Purdue University…