The Equine Center

The Equine Center The Equine Center is located on the beautiful Central Coast of California! We offer a variety of serv

Our hospital is prepared and equipped to service any equine medical need. Whether it be emergency, diagnostic, neonatal, preventative, rehabilitative or reproductive care, we are available to meet your horse’s needs. Our facility includes a full surgical suite, recovery room, intensive care stalls, breeding shed with a reproduction lab, nuclear scintigraphy suite, and a high speed treadmill. The E

quine Center also provides on-site farm call (ambulatory) service, making us uniquely equipped to serve all of your horses’ needs. For basic health care we offer specific vaccine protocols, deworming programs and nutritional advice for the individual horse or large farm. For emergencies, there is always a veterinarian on call for TEC Established Clients; 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 805-541-6367

🎉🎂 Happy birthday to Dr. Bardo! 🎂🎉 We are so grateful to have such a compassionate and dedicated veterinarian on our tea...
01/24/2025

🎉🎂 Happy birthday to Dr. Bardo! 🎂🎉 We are so grateful to have such a compassionate and dedicated veterinarian on our team. We hope you have a fantastic day and an even better year ahead 🥳

❗️EQUINE HEALTH ALERT❗️The California Department of Food and Agriculture just released the following health alert.Januar...
01/17/2025

❗️EQUINE HEALTH ALERT❗️

The California Department of Food and Agriculture just released the following health alert.

January 17, 2025: A 15-year-old Thoroughbred mare from San Luis Obispo County displaying neurologic signs was confirmed positive for Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) secondary to Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The mare is alive and under veterinary care at an off-site veterinary hospital. Forty (40) potentially exposed horses at the home premise in San Luis Obispo County were quarantined on January 17th with enhanced biosecurity measures implemented. There had been no recent history of travel on or off these premises by the clinical horse and no other horses on the home premises currently have any clinical symptoms.

We are always here to answer questions or to address any health concerns with your horses…
805-541-6367 or [email protected]

Here are some articles on EHV and EHM that you might find helpful:

https://aaep.org/resource/ehm-and-ehv-faq/

https://ceh.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/sites/g/files/dgvnsk4536/files/inline-files/Equine_Herpesvirus_final.pdf

First foal of the year! Congratulations Breanne and Cody on your adorable filly 💗🎉
01/16/2025

First foal of the year! Congratulations Breanne and Cody on your adorable filly 💗🎉

We are excited to share a number of significant updates about our practice that will enhance the care and services we pr...
01/07/2025

We are excited to share a number of significant updates about our practice that will enhance the care and services we provide to you and your horses.
First, we are beyond thrilled to announce that Dr. Emily Bardo has returned to The Equine Center!
Dr. Bardo, a familiar and trusted face, will begin seeing regular appointments in February. Her expertise and dedication to equine care have been a cornerstone of our practice, we are delighted to welcome her back.
Additionally, TEC founder Dr. James Waldsmith has made the decision to step back from veterinary practice and sell The Equine Center. He will be focusing on his imaging company Vetel Diagnostics. The Equine Center is now proudly part of the Loomis Basin Equine Medical Group, a distinguished network of over 50 veterinary professionals focused on equine care with 10 locations up and down California.
This new partnership brings several exciting benefits our clients:
1. Access to more specialized and advanced equipment
2. Access to a wide range of equine veterinary specialists
3. Reduced pricing on many routine medications purchased directly through the clinic, including Adequan®, Gastrogard®, Legend®, Prascend®, and Equioxx®
Your trusted veterinarians, Dr. Emily Bardo and Dr. Vasil Yordanov, will remain the core of The Equine Center. Dr. Jeff Hall will continue to provide weekend on-call support as needed. All our veterinarians will continue to provide the personalized care you’ve come to expect. During busier times of the year, we will welcome visiting doctors and specialists to ensure all your horse’s needs are met promptly and effectively. Our practice manager Christopher Panarites, will continue to oversee and manage day-to-day operations.
We are working hard to ensure a smooth transition, while still providing the high-quality care you’ve come to expect from us. As with any significant change, we anticipate some kinks will need to be worked out. We kindly ask for your patience while we make this transition.
We understand you may have questions and we encourage you to reach out to us via text, phone or email (805.541.6367 or [email protected]).
We are happy to discuss any concerns and provide additional details about our transition.
Thank you for your continued trust and support. We are confident these changes will allow us to serve you better and provide even greater care for your horses.

Emily Bardo, DVM​​
Vasil Yordanov, DVM​​
Christopher Panarites, PhD

🎄🐴 Merry Christmas from our barn to yours! 🐴🎄As we celebrate this season of joy, we want to express our heartfelt gratit...
12/25/2024

🎄🐴 Merry Christmas from our barn to yours! 🐴🎄

As we celebrate this season of joy, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the trust you've shown us throughout the year. Wishing you and your horses a festive holiday filled with health, happiness, and hoofbeats of joy.

Here's to a safe and healthy New Year for all our four-legged friends! 🎅✨

🐴 Happy National Day of the Horse! 🐴Horses are an integral part of our life at The Equine Center! Today, we celebrate th...
12/13/2024

🐴 Happy National Day of the Horse! 🐴
Horses are an integral part of our life at The Equine Center! Today, we celebrate the incredible bond between humans and horses and honor the vital role they play in our lives, communities, and history. This day was designated by the United States Senate in 2004 to recognize the contributions of horses to our country's history, character, and economy. Make sure to celebrate your horses a little extra today💕
Pictured below is some of our staff with their beloved equine partners. We would love to see the horse(s) you are celebrating today, drop a photo in the comments!

This holiday season, give your horse the gift of Platinum Performance! 🌟🎁🎄Our December Special: When you purchase a 17.5...
12/05/2024

This holiday season, give your horse the gift of Platinum Performance! 🌟

🎁🎄Our December Special: When you purchase a 17.5 or 25lb Platinum Performance product, you'll receive a FREE Equimax dewormer! 🐴✨

Platinum Performance is a Veterinarian-Developed Formula that is packed with essential nutrients that supports every aspect of horse health and performance.

Not sure if Platinum Performance is right for your horse? Stop by the office for some free samples!

📞 Call us today to take advantage of this special offer! Limited time only!

🦃Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Equine Center🦃 Today and every day we are grateful for our wonderful clients, ...
11/28/2024

🦃Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Equine Center🦃 Today and every day we are grateful for our wonderful clients, their horses, and the opportunity to care for these incredible animals! From routine check-ups to emergency care, we're thankful to be a part of your equine community🧡🐴🍂

Dental Month has arrived, early! Enjoy 25% off in-clinic appointments or 20% off on farm, sedation not included. Give us...
11/21/2024

Dental Month has arrived, early! Enjoy 25% off in-clinic appointments or 20% off on farm, sedation not included. Give us a call to make an appointment 805-541-6367

TEC clients in the winners circle! 🥇 Congratulations to our practice manager, Christopher, and his adorable horse Koala ...
11/06/2024

TEC clients in the winners circle! 🥇
Congratulations to our practice manager, Christopher, and his adorable horse Koala on their championship in the Adult Amateur Hunters at Paso Robles Horse Park!

Have you heard the old adage, "no hoof no horse"? It still rings true today. The hoof is a complex makeup of structures ...
11/06/2024

Have you heard the old adage, "no hoof no horse"? It still rings true today. The hoof is a complex makeup of structures built to withstand tremendous forces and adapt to varying terrains and environmental conditions. However, without proper care it can be the cause for many soundness issues. Routine and correct farrier work is essential for hoof health, but there are many internal structures of the hoof that can only be seen via radiographs, such as the navicular bone. Having radiographs of your horse’s feet provides valuable information for you, your farrier and your veterinarian. For the month of November we will be offering 50% off front foot x-rays! Give us a call to take advantage of this special.

Halloween may be spooky but let's be honest, there is nothing scarier than your horse coming up lame! 😱The hoof is a com...
10/25/2024

Halloween may be spooky but let's be honest, there is nothing scarier than your horse coming up lame! 😱The hoof is a complex structure and there is so much more to it than the eye can see. Knowing what's going on beneath the surface can provide valuable insight for you, your veterinarian and your farrier. Call our office at 805-541-6367 to take advantage of this special! 🎃👻

Two more weeks to take advantage of our stifle special! If your horse has difficulty picking up the correct lead behind,...
10/16/2024

Two more weeks to take advantage of our stifle special! If your horse has difficulty picking up the correct lead behind, trouble transitioning from trot to canter or from canter to trot, dragging a hind toe and cantering in a “bunny hopping” manner, it may be a good idea to get some stifle radiographs taken. For those of you with young horses, this is also the perfect time to get some baseline images done before the c**t starting season starts up! Contact us today to get on the schedule.

This month we are offering a radiograph special on the most complex joint in your horses body, 25% off stifle rads! Many...
10/10/2024

This month we are offering a radiograph special on the most complex joint in your horses body, 25% off stifle rads! Many people think of the stifle as just a singular joint but did you know that the stifle is the most complex joint system in a horse’s body? It is made up of four bones: the femur, tibia, patella and a nonfunctioning remnant fibula that is fused to the tibia. The bones work together through three joints: the medial (inner) femorotibial joint, the lateral (outer) femorotibial joint and the femoropatellar joint (the joint between the femur and patella), which are all built to absorb shock and move your horse. The stifle also consists of 14 ligaments that bind and stabilize the joint as well as two menisci which are cartilage-like discs that act as a cushion between the femur and tibia.
The stifle allows a horse to extend and flex their hind leg, it also has a “passive-stay” mechanism that essentially locks the patella in place and allows horses to sleep standing up and bear weight on just one hind leg while the other can completely relax.
All horses can be at risk for stifle issues, especially western performance horses, sport horses, and horses that have straight hind-leg conformation. As diagnostics have advanced, veterinarians are discovering that this joint is the source of pain more often than previously realized. Some symptoms of stifle problems are difficulty picking up the correct lead behind, trouble transitioning from trot to canter or from canter to trot, dragging a hind toe and cantering in a “bunny hopping” manner. If you think your horse is exhibiting any of these symptoms or you just want to get baseline images, don’t hesitate to contact us and take advantage of the 25% off stifle radiographs for the month of October!

Don't forget to take advantage of this great deal before you deworm in the fall! Give us a call to get your horses on th...
09/09/2024

Don't forget to take advantage of this great deal before you deworm in the fall! Give us a call to get your horses on the schedule (805)541-6367.

With fall being right around the corner now is the perfect time to start thinking about parasite control and your deworm...
08/29/2024

With fall being right around the corner now is the perfect time to start thinking about parasite control and your deworming protocol. Parasites have specific life cycles, making their activity vary throughout the year. The larvae and eggs of certain parasites are generally more abundant in both the spring and the fall. As a result, it’s important to target parasites during these periods when your horse is most susceptible. Here are some tips and tricks to help with parasite control. In addition, we are also going to be offering 50% off of f***l tests for the month of September! Give us a call today to get your horses on the schedule.

Good bye Dr Bardo! We are so going to miss you but WISH YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!! 💞
08/16/2024

Good bye Dr Bardo! We are so going to miss you but WISH YOU THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!! 💞

08/06/2024

As of 9:30am, we do have partial phones back so feel free to call us.

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4850 Davenport Creek Road
San Luis Obispo, CA
93401

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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She’s baaaaack!! 🤩 Dr. Emily Bardo is back and taking appointments starting February 1st! Give us a call if you would like to get your horse added to her schedule🐎 #TheEquineCenter #equineveterinarian #equinevetmed #fortheloveofthehorse

Congratulations to our office manager, Lauren, on her own Carel Cruiser on a successful last show of the 2023 season! We can’t wait to see what they do next year! #eventing #crosscountry #irishsporthorse #teamwork #dreamwork #theequinecenter #veterinarian #equine #equinevet #loveourstaff

Receive 50% off foot radiographs PLUS get a free Metron Hoof Report for the month of November! The Metron Hoof Report is an Equine Center exclusive, you will receive in-depth knowledge of your horse's hoof angles to better understand your horse inside and out! Call us today to make your appointment. 805-541-6367 #horses #nohoofnohorse #knowledgeispower #equine #equinevet #veterinarian #dressage #eventing #jumpers #western #rodeo

Don’t forget!! For the month of November get 50% off foot radiographs! Book now so you don’t miss out!!

The Equine Center welcomed a new arrival this weekend. This first time mom, or "Maiden Mare" has taken to parenting very quickly!

Abscess season has arrived! Make sure to check your horse's feet regularly and have a plan in place. Let us know if you would like to learn more about abscesses or any other subject!

This sweet girl had a screw stuck in her hoof! After taking a radiograph to make sure it didn’t hit any important structures, the screw was removed and the hole was flushed with an antiseptic solution. See how the fluid is coming out from between her heel bulbs?! The screw caused an abscess tract that ruptured at the heel. Nails, screws, wire etc can cause serious trauma to the hoof. Never try to pull them out without consulting your veterinarian first! It’s best to take a radiograph with the object still in the foot. Check your horses feet daily and make sure your pastures are free of sharp objects! Have you ever had a horse that stepped on a nail? #equinevet #vetmedicine #equinetherapy #equinefootcare

"Doc, there is food coming out of his nose!"
"Doc, there is food coming out of his nose!"

This poor horse choked on some hay! We were able to clear the esophageal obstruction with high pressure water through our endoscope. Unfortunately it had been in there for a while and ulcerated the esophagus. Ouch! Choke (esophageal obstruction) is a medical emergency! Have you ever had this happen to your horse? #veterinary #endoscopy #slovets #horsedoctors

Even boarder horses have to work on Monday! Hope everyone has a fantastic week! #theequinecenter #sanluisobispo #equinevet #equineboarding #centralcoastcalifornia

How can you hate Mondays when they start like this??

We hope everyone had as much fun at the SLO Horse Expo as we did! Thank you so much to everyone who braved the weather to join us at this wonderful community event! In case you missed it, here is a clip of Dr. Emily Bardo's talk about "What you don't know about your horse".

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