Our Services
WHAT WE OFFER
GENERAL HEALTHCARE
Proactive Health Management
Preventative care is the foundation of lifelong equine health. We offer comprehensive wellness examinations, vaccination programmes, strategic deworming protocols, and routine health assessments designed to keep your horse healthy, comfortable, and performing optimally throughout the year.
LAMENESS ASSESSMENTS
Identifying the Cause, Restoring Performance
Lameness can significantly impact your horse's comfort and athletic potential. Our thorough diagnostic approach includes detailed clinical examinations, flexion tests, nerve blocks, radiography, and ultrasonography where required. By accurately identifying the source of the problem, we can develop targeted treatment and rehabilitation plans to help your horse return to peak condition.
X-RAY & ULTRASOUND
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging, Wherever You Are
Our practice is equipped with portable digital radiography and multiple ultrasound units, allowing us to perform high-quality diagnostic imaging directly at your yard or competition venue. This mobile capability provides rapid diagnosis and informed decision-making when time matters most.
GASTROSCOPY
Diagnosing and Managing Equine Gastric Ulcer Disease
Gastric ulcers are a common but often overlooked cause of poor performance, weight loss, behavioural changes, and discomfort. Using our portable 3-metre video gastroscope, we can examine the upper respiratory tract and stomach to accurately diagnose gastric ulcer disease and recommend effective treatment strategies.
IMPORT & EXPORT
Trusted Expertise for International Equine Movement
With more than 15 years of experience in equine import and export protocols, we provide expert guidance, testing, and veterinary support for horses travelling internationally. We are particularly experienced in the requirements for exports to Mauritius and the management and testing of imported horses through quarantine processes, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
ENDOSCOPY
Comprehensive Airway Assessment
Respiratory health is critical to equine performance. Our advanced endoscopic equipment allows detailed examination of the upper airway to diagnose conditions such as airway paralysis, collapse, inflammation, growths, and exercise-induced bleeding. Early diagnosis helps optimise respiratory function and athletic performance.
PRE-PURCHASE EXAMS
Helping You Invest with Confidence
Purchasing a horse is a significant investment. Our comprehensive pre-purchase examinations provide buyers with an objective assessment of a horse's health, soundness, conformation, and movement. Evaluations are conducted both on the ground and under saddle, enabling informed purchasing decisions and reducing future risk.
REPRODUCTION
Supporting Successful Breeding Programmes
We offer professional reproductive services for breeders seeking the highest standards of veterinary care. Services include breeding soundness evaluations, pregnancy diagnosis and monitoring, fertility investigations, reproductive health management, and artificial insemination support.
Why Choose Cape Vet?
Dedicated exclusively to equine veterinary medicine
Modern portable diagnostic technology
Extensive experience with sport horses, breeding stock, and pleasure horses
Mobile services for convenience and rapid response
Trusted by owners, trainers, breeders, and riders throughout the Western Cape
Professional, compassionate, and evidence-based care
Your Horse's Health Is Our Priority
From preventative healthcare and performance management to advanced diagnostics and emergency support, Cape Veterinary Equine Practice is committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care at every stage of your horse's life.
To discuss your horse's healthcare needs or schedule an appointment, contact our team on 021 712 2290.
