Examples of Urgent Emergencies:
- Non-weight bearing lameness
- Eye related problems
- Colic
- Broken bones
- Heavy bleeding
- Horse trapped in stall, trailer, or fence
- Mare in labor unable to deliver the foal
Examples of Emergencies that should be seen in the same day:
- Mild colic that does not resolve in 30-45 minutes
- All eye related problem
- Sudden loss of coordination or balance
- Lacerations or trauma
- Weak foal that is unable to nurse
- Choke (saliva coming from the nose)
- High fever with inappetence
- Dull horse with inappetence
- Retained placenta (more than 3 hours)
Have the following ready BEFORE you call our office:
- Referring Veterinarian’s contact information (if applicable)
- Owner’s name, address, phone number, and credit card information
- Name, age, breed, and sex of the horse
- Street address of farm where the horse is located & be prepared to give directions
- Description of the problem
- Insurance company name and phone number (if applicable)
- Paper and pencil to write down instructions
If you have an emergency, STAY CALM and call the hospital 781-585-2611. If you get a recording, leave a message in the emergency mailbox that includes a phone number where you can be reached. Stay by the phone and keep the telephone line free. Your call will be returned promptly.
*If you do not hear back from a doctor in 20 minutes, please call back, as they may be involved in another emergency or may not have received the emergency page.