Urgent Care for Horses and Farm Animals
Emergency Large Animal Vet at Main Ridge Veterinary Clinic
Emergencies can happen at any time, and when they do, you need a vet who can respond quickly. At Main Ridge Veterinary Clinic, our team provides emergency large animal veterinary care across the Mornington Peninsula, offering timely and effective treatment for horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and alpacas.
Common Large Animal Emergencies We Treat
Our vets are equipped to handle a wide range of urgent situations, including:
- Equine Colic – rapid assessment and treatment to stabilise your horse.
- Dystocia/Calving Difficulties – assisting cows, goats, or sheep during difficult births.
- Trauma and Injuries – wounds, fractures, or accidents requiring immediate attention.
- Acute Illness – sudden lameness, toxicities, or severe infections.
- Respiratory Emergencies – urgent breathing difficulties in horses or livestock.
Our Emergency Response
When you call us for an emergency:
- ZOur vet will discuss the situation with you to assess urgency.
- ZA mobile vet can come directly to your farm or stables with the equipment needed.
- ZFor certain cases, animals can be admitted to our purpose-built equine barn and large animal hospital for more advanced care or overnight monitoring.
Why Choose Main Ridge Vet for Emergencies?
- Local mixed practice with decades of experience in large animal medicine.
- Rapid on-farm response across Main Ridge, Red Hill, Dromana, Flinders, and surrounding areas.
- Equipped facilities for both ambulatory and hospital-based emergency care.
- Compassionate, professional vets who understand the pressures of farming and equine ownership.
Call Immediately in an Emergency
If your horse, cow, sheep, or goat is experiencing an emergency, please phone us straight away on (03) 5989 6232.
Do not use online booking for emergencies.