Emergency Services:

If you have an emergency, please call 301-525-5024. Emergency coverage is available for established clients 24 hours-a-day, 365 days-a-year.  An “established client” is defined as a client for whom Wagner Equine Veterinary Services performs all veterinary care, including annual vaccinations.  We will always welcome new clients, and such a horse owner may request emergency coverage at any time; however, established clients will receive priority coverage if there is a scheduling conflict. Newly established clients will be asked to pay for emergency coverage at the time of service with no exceptions granted.  

Emergency calls should be made with the following information in hand in order to assist Dr. Wagner assess your situation as efficiently as possible:

1. Your name and phone number(s) where you can readily be reached.  Please state the phone numbers slowly and clearly, repeating them two times.
2. The horse’s name and location. Be prepared to give directions if necessary.
3. A detailed description of the issue.
4. If possible, the horse’s vital signs: heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.

It is strongly recommended that all horse owners be prepared with an emergency first aid kit, in their barn and/or horse trailer. If you need advice or help putting a kit together, please talk with Dr. Wagner.