Manitoba Equine Health Providers:

Veterinarians

I am working on getting a list of all large-animal vets by area of practice built here. 

I have noticed as a horseperson that it is hard to find out which vets do large-animal work, as a majority seem to do only small-animal work. The Yellow Pages do not always specify, leaving you to do lots of "calling around" to find one, or having to ask other horsepeople for recommendations. Often a recommendation does not help, as the vet recommended is in a different area and travel costs then become prohibitive for regular visits. 

If you are an equine veterinarian, please take the time to submit your free basic listing. Indicate which town/city you are based in and what geographical area your practice serves. Even if you already have all the work you can handle and don't feel you need to promote more, please list yourself anyway - in an emergency your listing may save a horse's life! 

Thank you.
Myriam

For now, you may use this website to locate veterinarians by area, although some will be small-animal practitioners only:

Central Veterinary Clinic

Dr. Ken Johnson, Oak Bluff, Winnipeg 275-2038

Dufresne Veterinary Services

Dr. Jane Kranendonk (204)422-8673

Elder's Equine Clinic

Dr. Norm Elder, DVM. 3975 Portage Ave, Wpg. 204- 832-4465

Brad Lage

371-6134 Southeast Mb.

McKague Animal Services

Dr. Ross McKague, DVM. Brandon, MB. 204-729-9123

Red River Equine Reproduction Centre

Based out of Red River Appaloosas in St. Andrews, offers a full service equine reproduction program. Specializing in cooled transported and frozen semen for all breeds of horses. All reproduction work is done under the careful guidance of Dr. Cyndi Kasper.

Russell & District Veterinary Clinic 

Dr Cathy Clemence(204)773-3777

 Glenn Sinclair Vet. Services 

East St. Paul (204)224-0196

South-East Veterinary Services

Steinbach, MB. Dr. Ron Hamilton, Dr. Lorne Cruise, Dr. Mark Oswald & other large animal vets. 204-326-9849

Virden Animal Hospital 

Serving Southwestern Manitoba, Dr. Everett More 204-748-3950

Weiller & Williams

The little store with everything you need in Livestock Health Products, Handling & Feeding Equipment. Exclusive distributor of 5 Star Equine Pads in MB, Wysong Pet Food, Featherlite Trailers. Located in the Wpg Livestock Auction Building on the corner of Hwy 6 @ PR236. 1-204-694-4085 or toll free at 1-800-663-0936

Alternative Health Providers

Backstretch Equine and Canine Massage

Massage can improve health and circulation, enhance performance and flexibility, and catch small issues before they become big problems. And of course, it feels great! Contact Carolyn and allow your teammate and best friend to enjoy the benefits of bodywork. Certified Equine Body Worker. Email, phone 204 297 9448, fax 204 275 7831, or check out the website for more information.

Equine Essence

Equine acupressure, a complementary "Traditional Chinese Medicine" method of healing processes that can balance the inside of your equine companion to promote external health, vitality and performance. Acupressure, another holistic medicine is based on the view that all things are interconnected - nothing happens to one aspect without affecting the other. The aim is the heal the whole, not just the symptoms. Contact Barb J. Gerbrandt at (204) 268-1699, cell (204)266-1083.

Equine Massage Therapy Course

In this intensive six day course, you can learn how to do the complete massage of the horse including lower leg swelling reduction techniques, behavioral issues which translate directly to physical pain, the assessment of soft tissue injuries and lots of stretches. Please contact Sidonia McIntyre for more course information at: 1-888-EQUINE2 (378-4632) or visit the web site.

Scheduled course dates in Manitoba for 2010 include Winnipeg (St. Andrews) August 07-12 and Brandon September 27-October 02.

Equine Spirit - Integrative Horse Healing

Equine Spirit uses a combination of BodyTalk™, acupressure, Reiki and essential oils to balance and improve the health of your companion or performance horse. Can assist with: Pain Relief; Foaling; Behavioral Habits, Fear, Aggression; Calming; Tissue Repair; Stamina; Hip and Atlas Adjustments. These holistic methods, when used simultaneously, address the underlying physical, emotional, mental and spiritual imbalances that occur not only within our equine companions, but all creatures. This holistic approach can be integrated into the overall healthcare of your animal with profound and natural effects. Contact Lori Cohen or Joyce Rivers. Anola, MB. 1-204-266-1968.

Horses in Motion

Does your saddle fit? By taking a impression of your horses back while in motion under saddle I can show you exactly how it fits. 
Correction pads - Saddle fit products -Cloud Stirrups-Pre purchase testings. Red light Healing- Photonic Therapy for horses and owners. Kits come with guides, charts and torch(s). Easy to follow. Riders in Motion- Exercise Equipment to aid in developing core strength which increases riding ability,& help improve balance, over all fitness,stability and flexibility and reactions with a reactive workout. Private-group-demo's-clincs. New: The original "Cinch Hook", Dixie Midnight No Sweat Vent Pad, and Equi-Spirit Horse Toys™ and Horse Training Balls.  For more information, contact Horses In Motion.   Crystal at Phone 204 252 2179 or Fax 204 252 2395

Naturally Yours

Vitamins, Supplements, Herbs, Combinations. Complete Equine Line of Supplements. Customized supplement programs for humans and animals. If you are two legged or four legged, nature always has a remedy. Experienced Herbalist at your service. Sharon Stebeleski Box 526 Lorette, Mb. ROA OYO204-878-2493 or toll-free 1-888-760-5324

Alicia Hoemsen - Certified Biofeedback Technician

I am a certified Biofeedback Technician and am listed with the Natural Therapies Certification Board. Biofeedback may help reveal stressors and imbalances which could be the underlying issues surrounding your horse's ability to heal. Biofeedback may result in an overall improved sense of well-being, greater mental clarity, pain reduction and improved physical performance. Alicia Hoemsen, C.B.T. Cell (204) 851 5120 or email.

Bar-D Agri-Ventures

With 30 years of experience and literally tens of thousands of tonnes of horse feeds formulated, Bar-D Agri Ventures, Jake Davidson, P.Ag., PAS. is your independent source for equine nutrition advice. ARPAS accreditation (by examination) in five different species including horses allows us to offer a vast level of experience in feed and ration formulation available from no other independent source in Manitoba. Bar-D Agri-Ventures sells NO equine nutrition products and therefore provides a completely unbiased assessment of your needs, problems and potential solutions. Contact us by phone (204-874-2257), e-mail, or snail mail at Box 689, Minnedosa, Manitoba R0J 1E0

Custom Health Equine

Body alignment and behavioral specialist, dealing in structural alignment and mannerism issues. Horse and rider evaluations. for appointment or seminar info call toll free at 1-866-605-0855 or 1-204-785-0362 or email questions. *veterinarian affiliated 

Equi-Librium

Certified E.B.W. and Certified Equine Therapist specializing in equine structural alignment and massage. Many stiffness, flexibility, soreness and lameness issues can be helped through equine structural care. Structural alignment and massage ensures nervous system control and complete muscle coordination, increased muscle tone, better range of motion and therefore faster times as a performance horse. Kim Hodgins, Lenore, MB. 204-838-2009, 204-748-5172 or email.

Equine Vitality

Fiona Bryant B.Sc, E.B.W. Equine Sports Massage Therapist. Brandon area. 204-728-5829

Equus Equine Therapy

Practicing student of the B.C. College of Equine Therapy with a grad date of June 2007. "Whole"-istic horsecare! Modalities include massage, accupressure, herbals, aromatherapy, saddle assessment, rider imbalances and many others. Please contact me for further information. This service is presently free; donations appreciated. Servicing Winnipeg and surrounding areas.
Pls leave a message at 779-1153 or email.

Hayward's Kelp Products

Carrying Ultra-Kelp, one of the world's richest sources of natural organic minerals and vitamins. Glenlea, MB 736-4063

Herbs for Horses

Manitoba Distributor selling a wide range of herbal products for horses & canines, including "Breathe" a proven natural remedy for heaves, and "Mego" an all natural muscle builder with phenomenal results and anti stress properties. Many other products, call or email Diane Fitzgerald for details (204) 326-7656 cell (204) 346-3361 Fax (204) 326-7658

Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese word meaning "universal life energy". Energy is found in all things and Reiki applies this energy through gentle touch to help heal and promote well-being. Reiki is ideal for use on animals as it is gentle and non-invasive and animals respond to energy much more than humans. Animals often become very calm and relaxed during a treatment. Both healthy and ill animals can benefit from treatments whether it be for promoting relaxation or to help heal after an injury.
$35 per 20-30 minute session. I will travel to you if so chosen (mileage charges may apply). Please contact April in the evenings (preferably) at 204-851-0601 or email me anytime.

 Willowbrook Equine Wellness - Karen J. Saindon

Certified Equine Massage Therapist. Preventative & rehabilitative treatment for ailments. Freedom of movement for maximum health and performance. Observable changes with lasting results. Serving Manitoba, Saskatchewan, the Dakotas and Colorado. Call 204-371-1272

WinningTouch Equine Wellness

Providing sports massage and magnetic therapy for your equine athlete. Find out more about how these alternative therapies can help improve your horse's performance. Debbie Kowbel, CEMT.  Phone: 981-9764.  Winnipeg, MB.