Shafer Large Animal Veterinary Associates

04/06/2025

Equine Colic remains the leading cause of death in horses worldwide. But we believe the answer is in reach!

04/06/2025

We are so excited that our own Dr. Shafer will be speaking at this event!

This article was written by the Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council prior to our CSU Equine Colic Presentation in Basalt on August 18, 2024 with Drs. Yvette Nout-Lomas and Diana Hassel. There were over 70 people in attendance and it was very well received.

We will have a different format at our May 17th Fundraiser, which includes dinner, adult beverages, live entertainment and a Silent Auction. There will be an introduction to Colic by Dr. Braden Shafer as well as updated Colic research and treatment information from CSU Colic Specialist Dr. Diana Hassel.

Please join us at the Colorado State University Galloway Equine Research Fund Fundraiser on May 17th. For tickets: https://square.link/u/mnd71oNP

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03/25/2025

To any and all active 4h members, we know how important it is to have proper vet care for your animals. Because of this, some of our doctors and technicians are volunteering their time to provide any active 4h member to bring their livestock project in for a FREE exam! Please see the below details to learn more and call us at 970-858-7000 if you have any questions.

03/16/2025

Purchase a ticket to this event and take 10% off veterinary services from now until May 26th.

01/30/2025

***UPDATE OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND!***

HELP! Does anyone know whose horse this is?

He was found loose around 2am on Unaweep Ave- the police were able to catch him and an amazing good samaritan hauled him into the clinic. Please share and ask around so we can find his owner and get him back home! If you have any information on where he belongs please call our clinic 970-858-7000

Thank you!!

01/21/2025

🦷🦷🦷The bitter cold will soon give way to warmer weather with the arrival of Dental Discount Month! To celebrate, we are offering a 20% discount on dental exams and floats throughout February. Please be aware that this offer is limited to haul-in appointments, and payment is required at the time of service. By providing your horses with essential dental care, you can ensure they are comfortable and performing optimally when it's time to ride. Don't wait – schedule your appointment now by calling 970-858-7000!

01/11/2025

Godspeed. I know it’s a ways away but we offer space, water and feed to any suffering horses in California. 😢

12/31/2024

Happy New Year! The clinic will be closing for the holiday at 1 pm Tuesday until Thursday. Emergency service is available during this time.

12/20/2024

Santa made a quick stop at the Scenic elementary kindergarten to bring early gifts. He was on his way to the clinic for reindeer health exams.

Reminder: clinic is closed Tuesday through Thursday of next week but emergency service is available.

10/02/2024

🦷🦷🦷Because our spring dental month was so popular we are offering a 20% off dental exam/float discount for the month of October. This offer is valid for haul-in appointments only. Let's give our horses the dental care they deserve. Call 970-858-7000 to schedule an appointment now!🦷🦷🦷

09/04/2024

"Hey everyone, since we posted about Whitewater getting its own special day we've had requests for Collbran and Mesa to have one too. So we're going to do one for September 19th! Dr. Lindsey will be heading back out there and can check cows, pigs, goats, sheep and of course horses! If you're interested in getting on the list please call 970-858-7000 to get signed up!

Also thank you to everyone who signed up for the Whitewater day as we are now completely full!

08/29/2024

To all of our friends in the Whitewater area, we are currently scheduled to have a barn day out there on September 5th with Dr. Kelsey Naftel. She can do lameness exams, x-rays, vaccines and even dentals! Since it’s an official barnday that means the overall price of a farm call is split between all participants. If you’re interested please call our office at 970-858-7000. Space is limited!

Stay Tuned for a Spooky Announcement as well!🎃

08/12/2024

We are proud of our recent upgrade in digital imaging. SPECIAL OFFER BELOW.

Our new device, the Enduro Rugged UHD (Ultra High-Definition) digital radiography system breaks ground as an industry first. This panel is specifically designed for equine practices and provides the cleanest image capture currently possible.

THANKS TO OUR FARRIERS who work tirelessly to help keep our horses sound.

Come see this exciting new equipment in person! SPECIAL OFFER: MENTION THIS ADD. Take 10% off farrier consult foot radiographs taken in hospital (a $29 value). Many developing foot problems can be found and remedied before a bigger issue develops. Offer good until September 1st. Payment is required at time of service.

08/09/2024

Our own Dr. Shafer chimes in on the new Colorado law allowing expanded roles for certified veterinary technicians and telemedicine. The change should help provide more efficient delivery of equine and farm animal veterinary care.