Horses brought to Surgi-Care must have a negative Coggins although papers do not need to accompany the horse.

You may visit daily between the hours of 8am and 8pm.

No. Hospitalized horses not on a restricted diet will be fed free choice T&A and a bran mash twice daily. If you have specific dietary considerations for your horse you are welcome to bring that in.

You will be updated at least once daily, critical patients twice a day, or if there is a change in the patient’s status.

Yes, for surgical procedures a viewing room is available for those wishing to be present. For other non-surgical procedures, you may observe, or if you would rather, a comfortable waiting room is always available.

We accept all major credit cards, cash, checks (with a driver’s license) and Care Credit. A 60% deposit of the estimate is required upon admission to the hospital. Payment must be made in full at the time of discharge/case resolution.

Surgi-Care does make some payment plans available under certain conditions.  Our IWP plan has two payment options.  We also offer ACH payments on elective surgeries.  Care Credit is another option that some of our clients prefer.  Please call our office (813) 643-7177 for full details.

You will receive a discharge packet that, among other information, will include instructions on home care.

We can dispense medications at discharge or you can use our Online Pharmacy for some products.  However, you may also obtain the medication from your regular veterinarian.