On-Site Veterinary Services

Our Equine Field Services team provides on-site veterinary care for your horses, offering:

  • Preventive health care (vaccinations, deworming, dental care)
  • Routine procedures (castrations, lameness evaluations, minor surgeries)
  • Emergency response for urgent medical situations
  • Advanced diagnostics (portable X-ray and ultrasound)

If further specialized care is needed, we work seamlessly with our hospital team to ensure your horse receives the best possible treatment at LVMC.

Emergency Services – Available 24/7

We see emergencies during regular business hours and after-hours. If your horse experiences a serious medical condition, you have direct access to our team of equine specialists, ensuring expert-level emergency care day or night.

Veterinarian examining horse's hoofAfter-Hours Emergency Care

All after-hours emergency services are directed through our hospital, providing around-the-clock support with access to board-certified specialists.

Scheduling & Emergency Contact

  • For routine field service appointments, call the Large Animal reception desk at (515) 294-1500 (Mon-Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM).
  • For emergencies, day or night, please call (515) 294-1500 immediately.

We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to continuing to serve your horses with the highest standard of veterinary care.

Equine Field Services Team

Equine Field Services Team photo
From left: Mark Slavens, DVM (Large Animal Rotating Intern); Joan Howard, VMD; Amber Leidel, agricultural assistant; Name; and Kara Frerichs, DVM.

Kara Frerichs, DVM

Clinical Assistant Professor

*Board-Certified Specialist