Equine Services

At Glacial Ridge Veterinary Clinic, we are proud to offer a full range of equine veterinary services for horses in Glenwood, MN and the surrounding communities. Our experienced veterinarians provide both routine and emergency care to ensure your horse receives the best possible attention and treatment. Whether your horse is a performance athlete, a show companion, or a cherished member of the family, our goal is to deliver the highest level of care — from wellness and preventive services to emergency response and advanced diagnostics.

Our Equine Services include:

• Emergency Services
• Primary Care
• Lameness Evaluations
• Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Alternative Medicine

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Emergency Services

Emergencies can happen at any time, and our team at Glacial Ridge Veterinary Clinic is prepared to respond quickly when your horse needs immediate care. We provide 24/7 on-call emergency services to manage critical and life-threatening situations. Common emergency cases include:

• Colic
• Lacerations and wounds
• Choke
• Respiratory distress
• Sudden or severe lameness
• Ocular issues
• Abnormal behavior

Our mobile unit is fully equipped to handle emergencies in the field, minimizing stress on your horse and ensuring timely intervention when every minute counts.
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Primary Care

Our comprehensive primary care services are the foundation of your horse’s lifelong health. Regular wellness and preventive care ensure optimal performance and early detection of health concerns. Our primary care offerings include:

• Wellness examinations
• Vaccinations
• Dental care
• Coggins testing and health certificates
• Pre-purchase examinations
• Dietary assessments and fecal egg counts
• Geriatric care
• Euthanasia

Routine preventive care is vital in maintaining your horse’s well-being, and our experienced veterinarians create personalized health plans to meet your horse’s specific needs.
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Lameness Evaluations

Lameness is one of the most common issues affecting equine performance and comfort. Our team uses advanced diagnostic techniques to accurately identify the source of lameness and provide targeted treatment. Our diagnostic and treatment options include:

• Flexion testing
• Diagnostic nerve and joint blocking
• DR wireless digital radiographs
• Joint injections and arthritis management

Our veterinarians collaborate closely with owners, trainers, and farriers to restore soundness and performance while supporting long-term joint health.
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Surgery

Our veterinarians are skilled in performing a variety of field surgeries with precision and care. Each procedure is conducted with patient safety, sterility, and post-operative comfort as our top priorities. Our surgical services include:

• Castrations
• Other field surgeries

We emphasize post-surgical pain management and close monitoring to ensure a smooth and comfortable recovery. For more advanced surgical needs, we coordinate referrals to specialized equine surgical centers.
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Internal Medicine

Our internal medicine services provide diagnostic and therapeutic support for complex conditions involving multiple organ systems. Using advanced diagnostics and laboratory testing, we evaluate and treat:

• Comprehensive blood work
• Metabolic diseases (such as Cushing’s and insulin resistance)
• Neurologic conditions

We are dedicated to creating individualized care plans to manage chronic or acute internal medical conditions and improve your horse’s overall quality of life.
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Alternative Medicine

Our integrative approach to equine health combines traditional veterinary care with alternative therapies designed to enhance recovery, performance, and overall wellness. Available treatments include:

• Chiropractic manipulation
• Acupuncture
• Shockwave therapy
• Bemer therapy

These therapies promote better mobility, circulation, and pain management, offering natural and effective solutions for horses recovering from injury, dealing with chronic pain, or improving athletic performance.
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