About Us
At Anoka Equine Veterinary Services, our passion is the health and well-being of the horse. Established in 1978, we have been providing progressive, quality veterinary medicine to horse owners in the Twin Cities for over 40 years. Our clinic, located in Elk River, Minnesota, offers clients and referring veterinarians extensive preventative and emergency equine health services both in the field and in the hospital.
We strive to deliver exceptional care to our equine patients while providing compassion, education, and service to our clients. Our team of dedicated veterinarians and veterinary technicians is committed to staying current with the latest advancements in equine health, ensuring that we offer the most effective and compassionate care possible.
Our services include on-farm care for routine preventative maintenance procedures, investigation of health concerns, and 24-hour emergency care. We maintain eight full-service mobile units that cover a 35+ mile radius around Elk River, providing convenient and timely care to our clients. Our doctors are fully equipped with x-ray and ultrasound units in the field during business hours and for after-hours emergencies, ensuring that we can respond promptly to any situation.
We also offer clients the option to haul their horses into the clinic for further treatment and monitoring. Our in-house laboratory allows us to run blood work within minutes, and for specialized testing, we utilize the reference laboratories of renowned universities and private facilities around the country. Additionally, we employ several USDA-certified veterinary technicians to run your horse's Coggins test, with STAT testing available for urgent situations.
Our reproductive services are designed to assist you in optimizing the effectiveness of your breeding program. Our skilled team is experienced in working with numerous breeds of mares and stallions, offering advanced reproductive services such as breeding with fresh, cooled, or frozen semen. We pride ourselves on staying current with the latest advancements in reproductive medicine, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible care.
At Anoka Equine Veterinary Services, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to our equine patients. Our commitment to excellence and our passion for the health and well-being of horses make us the trusted choice for horse owners in the Twin Cities. We look forward to serving you and your equine companions.