The expense of treating horses with colic can often present financial stress to the client. Consequently, many horses that would otherwise carry a good prognosis with treatment are being euthanized due to a lack of available funds.

We recognize this problem and have created a solution for our clients: affordable equine colic assistance. This includes hospitalization, fluid therapy, supplies, medications, and intensive care.

  • For all Owners
  • For all Horses
  • For all Colic situations
  • Medical care at the Clinic for a fixed flat fee
  • Enrollment sign up fee (see attached figures)
  • Examination and enrollment form needed ($75 fee for both)
  • 30 day waiting period to become active
  • BRING HORSE TO CLINIC and …
  • $500 deductible covers $3,000 of treatment!

A few restrictions do apply; these are listed below.

If we can address any questions or concerns that you may have regarding the program and/ or if you would like to participate, please stop by the clinic, call the office at 781-585-2611, or click here

Colic Assistance Plan Option I: For Horses #1-5 per client
(prices below are per each horse)

PAYMENT SCHEDULE
PAYMENT AMOUNT
ANNUAL EXPENSE
MONTHLY EXPENSE
A. One-Time prepay
$149.00
$149.00
$12.42
B. 4 Installments/Yr
$39.75
$159.00
$13.25
C. WP One-Time prepay
$99.00
$99.00
$8.25
D. WP 4 Installments/Yr
$27.25
$109.00
$9.08

DEDUCTIBLE: $500.00

Colic Assistance Plan Option II: For Horses #6 or more per client
(prices below are per each horse)

PAYMENT SCHEDULE
PAYMENT AMOUNT
ANNUAL EXPENSE
MONTHLY EXPENSE
A. One-Time prepay
$99.00
$99.00
$8.25
B. 4 Installments/Yr
$27.25
$109.00
$9.08
C. WP One-Time prepay
$79.00
$79.00
$6.58
D. WP 4 Installments/Yr
$22.25
$89.00
$7.42

DEDUCTIBLE: $500.00

RESTRICTIONS:

  • Horses must be treated by an SSEC veterinarian
  • Horses must be treated at The South Shore Equine Clinic facility (in Plympton, MA)
  • Financial assistance becomes effective 30 days after purchase of the program
  • Financial assistance covers all expenses for services up to $3000.00/ year; expenses incurred above this amount are the sole responsibility of the owner. (Wellness Plan participants receive 5% off all additional services)
  • Horses must undergo a pre-enrollment identification examination by an SSEC veterinarian. This evaluation is not covered by the program. The cost of the evaluation is $75.00 (waived for all horses on the Superior Preventative Wellness Plan)
  • Clients must present proof of ownership for each horse enrolled in the program
  • Deductible is due at the time of admission to SSEC for each episode of colic
  • Horse transportation may be offered by SSEC but is not covered by the program
  • Burial Services are not covered by the program
  • SSEC reserves the right to cancel colic assistance for any horse at any time without prior notice

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions about the Colic Assistance Plan

Click Here to read about how Debra, owner of “Molly”, saved using the Colic Assistance Plan

Click Here to read about Colic Surgery at South Shore Equine Clinic

Click Here to read about Colic Prevention and learn 10 Tips for Preventing Colic