Geriatric Horse Care – Rocky Branch Veterinary Services | River Falls, WI & Surrounding Areas
Supporting Your Horse Through Every Season of Life
Senior horses deserve special attention—and a little extra care. As horses age, they face a unique set of health challenges, from metabolic changes and dental wear to joint stiffness and cold sensitivity. With proactive veterinary support, these issues can be managed comfortably, allowing horses to stay active, healthy, and happy well into their later years.
At Rocky Branch Veterinary Services , Dr. Toby Sheely provides experienced, mobile geriatric care designed specifically for older horses. Whether you’re supporting a retired trail companion or managing an aging performance horse, he offers clear guidance, careful evaluations, and compassionate service that helps your horse age with dignity and comfort.
Why Geriatric Care Matters
Most horses are considered seniors by age 15–20, though their health needs often change long before or long after that range. As they grow older, horses are more prone to:
With consistent veterinary care, these issues can be monitored, managed, and adjusted over time. Dr. Sheely’s calm, detailed evaluations help ensure that nothing is missed—and that each horse receives care based on their unique health profile.
Geriatric Services We Offer
Senior horses benefit most from regular, hands-on care that adjusts with the seasons and the aging process. Here’s how Rocky Branch Veterinary Services supports older horses year-round:
Our Approach to Senior Horse Care
Older horses often require slower handling, softer touch, and more time during exams. Dr. Sheely takes a calm, deliberate approach during every visit, allowing seniors to settle and respond at their own pace. His mobile practice ensures horses are evaluated where they feel most at ease—at home, in familiar surroundings, without the stress of trailering.
This personalized attention is especially important for horses with vision changes, joint discomfort, or high sensitivity.
Service Area
Whether you have one retired pasture horse or an entire herd of senior residents, Rocky Branch Veterinary Services is ready to bring professional care directly to your barn.
