Napa Valley Equine is primarily a mobile practice, but does offer in clinic services. We are committed to providing the best possible care for our patients. Our veterinarians include Dr. Claudia Sonder and Dr. Vanessa G.B Rood. We are also partnered up with Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center and are supported by their amazing team of veterinarians.
At Napa Valley Equine, we aim to prevent illness and injury, maintain proper health and improve the quality of life or athletic performance of your horse. We are equipped with state of the art digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and Class IV laser therapy. Our practice also encompasses acupuncture techniques, dental floating, minor surgical procedures and much more. Additionally, we are available for after hours emergency services. |
History
Since the 1950's, the clinic property has been used for agriculture and livestock use. Initially established as a farm and chicken coup site, the facility was eventually modified into a veterinary clinic and was operated by Dr. Hammerich. In 1977 there was a change of ownership after Drs. Jim and Patty Latham purchased the business and continued caring for both the large and small animals of the Napa Valley for the next 24 years.
In 2001, Dr. Sonder and Dr. Northrup continued the legacy of the practice. Then in 2013, the practice was divided into separate small animal and equine businesses, and the equine division was bought by Dr. Lindsay Fisher with Dr. Sonder and Dr. Rood working as associates. In 2019, Dr. Lindsay Fisher moved to Idaho and Dr. Sonder bought the practice back bringing on Dr. Vanessa G.B. Rood, Megan Van Coutren (Office Manager) and Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center as partners.
In 2001, Dr. Sonder and Dr. Northrup continued the legacy of the practice. Then in 2013, the practice was divided into separate small animal and equine businesses, and the equine division was bought by Dr. Lindsay Fisher with Dr. Sonder and Dr. Rood working as associates. In 2019, Dr. Lindsay Fisher moved to Idaho and Dr. Sonder bought the practice back bringing on Dr. Vanessa G.B. Rood, Megan Van Coutren (Office Manager) and Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center as partners.