Full service equine and farm animal hospital and ambulatory practice serving the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas. Services are provided by Drs.
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Claire Smith, Beau Green, Charlie Fahy, Cori Youngblood, Sam Dzierzak, Mary Worley, and Mackenzie Adams Sound Equine Veterinary Hospital is Western Puget Sound’s only full-service equine hospital. We offer comprehensive services such as field services, general wellness, routine and advanced dental care, hospitalization, colic treatment, regenerative therapy, lameness evaluations, travel paperwork,
internal medicine, surgery, breeding services, pre-purchase exams, and farm animal care. Our tight-knit veterinary team works together and with our clients to achieve the best possible outcomes for the animals you love.We welcome new patients, from sport horses to backyard donkeys and farm animals. We are here for you, 24 hours on call.
07/31/2025
Client Educational Event alert! It's time to learn about Farm Animal Preventative Care!
Learn how to keep your livestock healthy year-round with proactive care strategies! Our Farm Animal Vet, Dr. Worley, will cover essential topics including parasite control, nutrition, vaccinations, and seasonal health tips for cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just getting started, this event is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with other animal owners, and stay ahead of common health challenges!
Come join us on Wednesday, September 10th at 6pm at Vibe Works in Poulsbo for food, drinks, and great information. RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/share/1F3EhTe76m/ today!
07/28/2025
We have been receiving a lot of questions about infectious disease in the community. We encourage you to visit this website for up to date equine disease communications.
A few important reminders for our clients and community:
💉 Vaccines can take 1–2 weeks to become fully effective, depending on whether they’re administered intramuscularly (IM) or intranasally (IN).
🦠 Flu/Rhino vaccines should be administered every 6 months for best protection.
🧼 What you can do to help protect your horse:
Monitor for fever, nasal discharge, or swelling under the jaw.
Avoid sharing tack, buckets, or allowing nose-to-nose contact when traveling or boarding.
Practice thorough hygiene and biosecurity at home and on the road.
Contact your veterinarian promptly if you notice any symptoms.
We understand that news like this can be concerning, but please know that local veterinary teams are responding quickly and we will contact you if we have concerns regarding spread of infectious disease.
We're committed to keeping our community informed and supported—please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Sincerely,
The Sound Equine Team
07/24/2025
We are so happy to announce our 2025 DVM Intern, Dr. Clare O'Connor! 🥳
Dr. O'Connor is going to be with us for the next year, so you will get to know her well (some of you have already met her) but here is a great introduction:
Dr. Clare O’Connor grew up on a small farm in the English countryside riding in hunting and eventing disciplines. She got her bachelor’s degree at the University of West of England in Equine Science where she also became a level 2 British Horse Society accredited coach specialising in young and nervous riders. Her interest in equine dentistry and sports medicine began as a riding coach and trainer, which then led to becoming a certified Equine Dental Technician through the International Association of Equine Dentistry and Academy of Equine Dentistry. She completed a master’s degree in Equine Science from the University of Edinburgh and a Post-Baccalaureate certificate in Pre-Veterinary Science from the University of Vermont before attending Colorado State University for her veterinary studies.
Clare is passionate about sustainability, the environment and helping those in underserved communities. Her clinical interests include equine dentistry, welfare, pain management, rehabilitation, and preventative care. In her free time, she enjoys baking, yoga, horse riding and exploring new places.
We can't wait to see her learn and grow into an amazing Vet (though she is already showing us that she is capable of incredible things). Welcome Dr. O'Connor!
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07/21/2025
Did you know dental health is essential to your horse’s overall wellbeing—and can even help prevent colic? 🐴🦷
Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital put together some fantastic infographics on this important topic, and we wanted to share a few key takeaways:
🔹 Efficient Chewing = Better Digestion: Sharp points, hooks, or uneven wear can interfere with proper chewing, leading to larger feed particles and poor digestion.
🔹 Reduced Risk of Impaction Colic: Horses that can’t chew effectively are more likely to experience digestive blockages, increasing the risk of impaction colic.
🔹 Healthier Eating Habits: Dental pain can lead to reduced appetite, weight loss, and changes in behavior—all of which impact your horse’s health.
Whether your horse is overdue for a dental check or just due for a routine look, we’re here to help! Call us at 360-779-5557 to schedule an exam with one of our experienced veterinarians.
Keeping up with regular dental care can make a world of difference!
07/18/2025
Did you see that we now have an online patient portal where you can see what your animals are due for, request medication refills through our on site and our online pharmacy, view and pay invoices, and more!
This new feature will give our clients better visibility on their animals health and we are so excited that it is finally here!
Come check it out at https://practices.allydvm.com/?practice=soundequine today! If you are already a client with us, as long as most of your contact information matches what we have on file, it will automatically connect you to our records system as well 🐴🦙🐂🐄🫏
07/16/2025
We are in the middle of show season! We always love seeing photos of our clients and patients in show, so send us or post a picture of you showing or your awards below! 🐴
07/09/2025
We are so happy to finally announce that we now have a patient portal for all of our amazing clients and their animals through AllyDVM, which is now live! 🎉😁🐴🐏🐐🫏🐄🐂🦙
This patient portal will give you the access to see what your animals are due for, view and pay your invoices, request medication refills, and more! It will even send automatic appointment and general reminders to you via email and/ or text to make your lives that much easier (and so we don't have to bother you at work).
Scan the QR codes below to get the app or visit or website at soundequinevet.com to get your account all set up (as long as most of your contact information matches what we have in our record system, it will automatically connect).
Some of our reminders are still incorrect so if you see something that doesn't look right, give us a call at 360-779-5557 or email us at [email protected] so we can get it fixed for you 😁
07/07/2025
How is it July already?! 🤯
Time is really flying by and so are the seasons! We are already in the middle of summer but have some great reminders about microchipping, sweet itch, and fly control to keep your animals happy and healthy!
Also, peep a little easter egg about an exciting announcement coming this Wednesday! 😲
07/04/2025
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! 🎉
We are open for emergencies all day and night. We hope that you won't have to, but if an emergency arises today, please call us at 360-779-5557 ASAP!
Otherwise, we hope that everyone stays safe and enjoys the fireworks this evening
(Photo courtesy of Rutgers NJ Equine Science Center)
07/02/2025
Sound Equine Vet will be closed for regular appointments on Friday, July 4th in observance of the holiday. Emergency services will be available for horses and farm animals as per usual, 24/7/365 regardless of the holiday!
Please call us at any time at 360-779-5557 if your animal is experiencing an emergency, even if yo aren't 100% sure if a visit is needed. Our team will be ready to help either way!
If you haven't already, come pick up your animals meds befor ethe holiday if you need them over the long weekend- Now is the time to call if you are about to run out as well!
06/30/2025
It's vacation season! 🌞
To ensure peace of mind, it is always a good idea to ensure your vet has the contact information on who is watching your animals and who can make decisions on your behalf while you are out enjoying your vacation. Wether it is someone who is always able to make decisions or just on a temporary basis, that information can be vital to ensuring that your animals get the care that they need without legalities getting in the way!
Of course, we will always try to reach out to you as well to let you know what is going on and update you as we work on getting your animal back to their normal healthy selves.
If you are going on vacation soon or just want to note someone who can always make decisions if we can't reach you, please email their information to us at [email protected] today!
06/27/2025
It's almost time for the fireworks!
To help ensure that your animals stay safe this 4th of July, make sure that you have your barn prepared! Our clinic will be closed for regular appointments on the 4th of July, but, as always, we will be here for any emergency needs 24/7 🐴🐏🐐
This article is a great resource, but, if you have any questions about what to do for your animals to keep them safe and happy, give us a call at 360-779-5557 today!
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Sound Equine is Western Puget Sound’s only full service equine hospital.
Since acquisition of the practice in 2005, Dr. Hills has made consistent efforts to improve and modernize both the facility and the services offered to our clients which includes the addition our other veterinarians Dr. Claire Smith and Dr. Beau Green.
We are focused on the ongoing education of our staff and clients to deliver coordinated, progressive equine and small animal care.
Dr. Hills spent the first 3 years of his veterinary career working on small animals before he transitioned to equine work in the late 1990’s. Dr. Hills has enjoyed occasional small animal work on a pro-bono basis for the Kitsap Humane Society for almost 10 years.
After seriously considering making a career of riding, Dr. Smith started pre-veterinary course work in California and then enrolled in veterinary school at the University of Wisconsin. In addition to the regular curriculum, she completed nine externships at some of the top equine hospitals and practices in the country.
Following graduation Dr. Smith accepted a surgical and medical internship at Oregon’s Willamette Valley Equine Hospital where she gained additional experience in anesthesia, pain control, surgery, hospitalization of critically ill patients, neurologic cases, emergency and trauma medicine, neonatal foal care, imaging, and other areas of modern equine veterinary practice. She has been with Sound Equine since 2010.
Dr. Green spent his internship at Bend Equine Medical Center working in mixed practice doing regular small animal appointments. Dr. Green has a true affinity with cats and will help to ensure their visits are as comfortable as possible.
Our goal is to provide the same level of excellent care and service to our small animal patients that our equine clients have come to expect.
Our clinic facility is well equipped with digital radiography and ultrasound. Our in-house lab will allow same day results on most of our routine lab tests. We also provide micro-chipping for pet identification. Our clinic offers general surgery and dental care with a focus on pet comfort and safety.
