Specialized Horse Care & Veterinary Services
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We offer comprehensive lameness evaluations and performance consultations for equine athletes. Our advanced diagnostic techniques help pinpoint issues early, supporting optimal mobility, soundness, and success.
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Maintaining your horse’s health is crucial for its longevity and overall quality of life. We provide routine wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite management, and dental care to keep your equine partner thriving year-round.
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Our facility offers round-the-clock care for horses with complex medical conditions or in the event of an emergency. With a doctor on-site and a fully staffed technical team, we ensure constant monitoring and rapid response when it matters most.
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We use the latest diagnostic imaging technologies, including digital radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy, to deliver accurate diagnoses and guide the best possible treatment plans for your horse.
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From elective procedures to emergency surgeries, our experienced veterinary team provides a wide range of equine surgical services, focusing on safety, precision, and post-operative recovery support.
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We offer full reproductive care, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and stallion fertility evaluations, with personalized support for successful breeding programs.
Lameness & Performance Care
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Expert Care for the Equine Athlete
We offer complete lameness diagnostic services to support optimal equine health and performance. Whether for sport, recreation, or recovery, our goal is to help every patient thrive.
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Diagnostics & Treatment Options
Our tools include portable digital radiology, ultrasonography, arthroscopy, and pre-purchase exams. Treatment options include intra-articular therapies, IRAP, PRP, shock wave therapy, bisphosphonates, and acupuncture.
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Whole-Horse Health Solutions Body:
Through partnerships with trusted local practitioners, we offer podiatry, laser therapy, massage, stem cell therapy, and advanced imaging options like MRI, CT, and bone scans.
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Regenerative Therapies
We offer advanced biologic treatments including Pro-Stride and A2M, designed to support joint health, reduce inflammation, and improve comfort and mobility in equine athletes.
Preventative Medicine & Dentistry
Maintaining your horse’s health is key to their longevity and quality of life.
At Humphrey, Giacopuzzi & Associates Equine Hospital (HGAE), we offer comprehensive preventative care services tailored to your horse’s individual needs. Our fully equipped hospital in Somis, California, performs routine vaccinations, deworming, and dental care.
Our team provides everything from routine dental floats to complex oral surgeries, including fracture repair and extractions, all performed in-house by our experienced veterinarians. We recommend annual physical and dental exams, especially for senior horses, to support long-term health and comfort.
Every float includes the use of full-mouth speculums and motorized equipment to ensure a safe, thorough treatment. Each visit includes a detailed oral exam to check for common issues such as hooks, waves, loose or fractured teeth, and signs of infection.
Internal Medicine, Emergency & Critical Care
24/7 care to support your horse’s most critical needs.
At Humphrey, Giacopuzzi & Associates Equine Hospital, we are proud to offer true 24-hour on-site care. We are one of the few equine facilities that provide this level of continuous support. A doctor lives on-site, supported by experienced technical staff who monitor patient status around the clock.
Our team-based approach allows us to manage complex internal medicine cases, critical emergencies, and neonatal intensive care with speed and precision. Immediate access to diagnostics, including a full in-house laboratory, blood gas analysis, ultrasonography, radiology, and endoscopy, ensures timely, informed decision-making.
Hospital stalls are fully equipped to deliver intravenous fluids, and oxygen support is available throughout our intensive care units. While we do not house blood donor horses on-site, we maintain reliable access to equine donors for emergency transfusions when needed.
Imaging & Diagnostics
Advanced equine imaging and diagnostic services to deliver precise, timely care.
At Humphrey, Giacopuzzi & Associates Equine Hospital, we provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for horses. Our technology ensures rapid, high-quality imaging for early detection and accurate treatment planning. Whether at the hospital or in the field, our equine diagnostic services are designed to support early diagnosis, better outcomes, and peace of mind.
Digital Radiology
Our digital radiology (DR) system offers exceptional image quality, with instant viewing capabilities. Radiographs are available during hospital visits and in the field for pre-purchase examinations, lameness evaluations, and colic workups involving the abdomen.
Ultrasonography
We offer equine ultrasound imaging for soft tissue injuries, abdominal and thoracic evaluations, and detailed imaging of smaller structures such as the eye and umbilicus.
Endoscopy and Gastroscopy
Our endoscopy services include both a 1.5-meter and a 3.5-meter scope, allowing full visualization of the equine upper airway, guttural pouches, stomach, and urinary tract. Video imaging enables owners to view the procedure alongside our clinicians for greater understanding and confidence.
Equine Reproductive Care
At Humphrey, Giacopuzzi & Associates Equine Hospital (HGAE), our Reproductive Care Center provides a full range of services for both mares and stallions. From artificial insemination and embryo transfer to foaling-out and fertility evaluations, our team combines experience, precision, and compassion to support every stage of the breeding process.
