# Horse Veterinarian Pty Ltd — full reference > Mobile Equine Veterinary Care — Canberra & Surrounds Horse Veterinarian Pty Ltd is a mobile equine veterinary practice based in Canberra, Australia, led by Dr. Alexandra Willi. Dr. Willi graduated DVM from the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna in 2013 and completed an equine internship in Texas before moving to Australia. The practice provides on-property veterinary care for horses across the ACT and surrounding NSW (Canberra, Queanbeyan, Murrumbateman, Bungendore, Yass, Hall, Sutton, Royalla, Burra, Cooma, Gundaroo, Michelago). Services include health exams, equine dentistry, digital radiology, lameness workups, vaccination, reproduction, microchipping, wound care, laboratory diagnostics, euthanasia, and emergencies during business hours. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, by appointment, no after-hours emergency care. Last reviewed: May 2026. Canonical site: https://horseveterinarian.com.au ## The team - Dr. Alexandra Willi — Equine Veterinarian · Director. Alexandra has been living and working in Canberra since 2015. She shares her life with her partner, their child, their dog Mateo, their cat Leo, and her horses, Billy and Bluewren. Originally from Austria, Alexandra graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna in 2013. She then completed an equine internship at Weatherford Equine Medical Center in Texas before moving to Australia to work in private equine practice. In 2022, Alexandra established her own equine veterinary practice with the goal of providing high-quality, personalised veterinary care for horses throughout the region. Alexandra has a particular interest in equine dentistry and has completed both the Equine Veterinary Dental School (EVDS) Level 1 and Level 2 training programs. She enjoys combining practical experience with modern equipment and techniques to provide thorough and effective dental care. Alexandra is passionate about providing personalised veterinary care and building strong relationships with her clients and their horses. She believes that good communication and continuity of care are key to achieving the best outcomes. As her practice continues to grow and her team expands, she looks forward to broadening the range of services available while maintaining the personal approach and high standard of care that the practice is built on. - Dr. Siobhan Lang — Equine Veterinarian. Dr. Siobhan grew up around horses and has been involved in the equestrian community from a young age, beginning as a Pony Club member before discovering a passion for polocrosse. Her extensive hands-on experience includes working as a stablehand in the thoroughbred racing industry and assisting with the preparation of horses for the Magic Millions sales. Dr. Siobhan graduated in Veterinary Science from Charles Sturt University in 2025 and joined Horse Veterinarian shortly afterwards. She has completed the Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA) Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue course and the Equine Veterinary Dental School (EVDS) Level 1 training, continuing to build her practical skills in equine practice. Dr. Siobhan has a keen interest in preventative healthcare and equine dentistry and is looking forward to further developing her skills in reproduction as she continues her career. She enjoys all aspects of equine practice and is committed to providing practical, compassionate care tailored to both horse and owner. Outside of work, Dr. Siobhan enjoys playing polocrosse, beach rides, reading, thrifting, and spending time with her Border Kelpie cross. - Rebecca Portlock — Equine Veterinary Nurse. Rebecca has been working as an equine veterinary nurse since 2015 and brings over a decade of experience to the Horse Veterinarian team. Prior to joining the practice, she worked at the Canberra Equine Hospital, gaining extensive experience caring for horses across a wide range of medical and surgical cases. Rebecca has a particular passion for caring for horses that require extra support and nursing care. She enjoys helping horses and their owners through challenging times, providing compassionate care and reassurance while working closely with the veterinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for every patient. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys travelling, keeping active at the gym, and spending time supporting her niece at horse events. - Giorgia Rose — Equine Veterinary Nurse. Giorgia has had a lifelong passion for horses and has turned that passion into a career as a part-time equine veterinary nurse with Horse Veterinarian. She enjoys supporting the veterinary team and providing practical, compassionate care to horses and their owners. Alongside veterinary nursing, Giorgia has a strong interest in classical horsemanship and spends much of her time riding and training her horse, Parker, while continuing her education in this area. She enjoys developing her knowledge and skills both for her own horsemanship and her broader work within the equine industry. Outside of work and horses, Giorgia enjoys keeping active, spending time outdoors, and catching up with family and friends. ## Contact channels - Call or text (preferred): 0493 043 537 (tel:+61493043537) - WhatsApp: https://wa.me/61493043537 - Email: admin@horseveterinarian.com.au - Web form (supports a photo): https://horseveterinarian.com.au/contact - Hours: Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm. No after-hours service — for emergencies outside hours, contact a 24-hour equine hospital. - Service area: Canberra, Queanbeyan, Murrumbateman, Bungendore, Yass, Hall, Sutton, Royalla, Burra, Cooma, Gundaroo, Michelago. - Machine-readable profile: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/agent.json ## Services (full descriptions) ### Health Exams Wellness checks and senior horse plans, at your property. Regular examinations are an important part of keeping your horse healthy and identifying potential problems early. A thorough health assessment is incorporated into every visit, allowing us to assess your horse's overall health and wellbeing while addressing your concerns. From routine annual health checks to geriatric assessments, we take the opportunity to discuss preventative care, identify potential issues early, and develop a plan to support your horse's health and comfort. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/health-exams ### Dentistry Annual oral exams and tailored treatment for comfort and performance. Good oral health is an important part of your horse's overall wellbeing, whether they are a much-loved paddock companion or a high-level performance horse. Regular dental examinations help keep your horse comfortable, able to chew efficiently, and perform at their best. At Horse Veterinarian, we are passionate about equine dentistry and believe that every horse benefits from a thorough dental examination at least once a year. We use a WDE Pro Equine Dental Endoscope to provide a detailed view of the teeth and oral cavity, helping us identify abnormalities that might otherwise be difficult to see. The images are projected onto a screen, allowing you to follow along with the examination and see exactly what we see. These visits allow us to identify small problems before they become larger ones and develop an individual treatment plan where needed. We are always happy to discuss your horse's dental health and answer any questions you may have, including how often your horse should be examined and what we find during their dental examination. Questions: Q: Do you use sedation, and will my horse lay down? A: Yes, we use sedation for dental examinations and procedures. Sedation helps keep your horse, you and our team safe, reduces stress, and allows us to thoroughly examine the entire mouth. Your horse will remain standing throughout the procedure, with their head supported comfortably. Sedation is individually dosed for each horse, and most horses are back to their normal selves within a couple of hours. Q: My horse has never had a bit in its mouth — does it really need a dental? A: Absolutely. Bit or no bit, your horse's mouth should be examined regularly. Young horses go through significant changes as their deciduous (baby) teeth are shed and replaced by permanent teeth, making regular dental examinations particularly important during this stage. Regular checks help identify problems early and ensure your horse's mouth remains comfortable and healthy. Q: How often should my horse have their teeth examined? A: We recommend having your horse's teeth examined every 6–12 months, depending on their age, dental history and individual needs. After examining your horse, we'll recommend the interval that's most appropriate for them. Q: Is a dental procedure painful for my horse? A: No. Dental treatment should not be painful. Some parts of the procedure may feel unfamiliar to your horse, but sedation helps keep them relaxed and allows us to work carefully and thoroughly. If we find any areas of concern, we'll discuss them with you and recommend the appropriate treatment. Q: Do you use power tools? Is this harmful to my horse's teeth? A: Yes, we use modern power equipment as part of our dental procedures. Power tools allow us to perform treatment efficiently and precisely. We use a diamond disc specifically designed for equine dentistry, which allows us to remove areas of excessive or uneven tooth material without injuring the gums, tongue or other soft tissues of the mouth. Q: What does a dental appointment look like? A: Every appointment starts with a conversation about your horse's general health, riding and dental history, followed by a general physical examination. Once your horse has been assessed and is considered fit for the procedure, sedation is administered. We then thoroughly examine the mouth and teeth before carrying out any necessary treatment, which may include odontoplasty (floating) and removing food trapped between the teeth. We'll talk you through what we've found and answer any questions along the way. If your horse is due for vaccinations or other routine health care, these can often be done during the same visit. Q: Can I ride my horse on the same day? A: You're welcome to ride your horse before their dental appointment, but we recommend giving them the rest of the day off afterwards to recover from the sedation. Q: Can my horse eat after the dental? A: Yes. Your horse can eat once the sedation has fully worn off and they are back to their normal level of alertness. This usually takes around 2 hours after the procedure. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/dentistry ### Radiology Cordless, portable digital X-ray with instant images, on your property. We provide high-quality digital radiography using a state-of-the-art, fully cordless and portable X-ray system. Our equipment requires no mains power, allowing us to perform diagnostic imaging from head to tail, wherever your horse is located. Digital images are available instantly, enabling us to assess findings immediately, explain the results, and make informed decisions about your horse's diagnosis and treatment during the appointment. Questions: Q: Do I need a power source? A: No. Our equipment is fully cordless and battery-powered, with no mains power required. Q: How soon will I know the results? A: Immediately. Digital images appear on-screen within seconds, so we can assess the findings, talk them through with you, and plan treatment during the same appointment. Q: Can you image any part of the horse? A: We can perform radiographs of many areas of your horse, including the feet, limbs, head and parts of the neck. X-rays are not suitable for every part of a horse, so we'll discuss any limitations with you and refer for advanced diagnostic imaging when needed. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/radiology ### Lameness Methodical workups to find the cause and a clear path back to soundness. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/lameness ### Vaccination Tailored vaccination programmes to keep your horse protected. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/vaccination ### Laboratory Bloods and samples collected on-site with prompt results. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/laboratory ### Microchip Permanent identification, implanted and registered at your property. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/microchip ### Wound Care Assessment, repair and bandaging for wounds of every size. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/wound-care ### Emergencies Urgent attention during business hours, wherever your horse is. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/emergencies ### Reproduction Breeding, pregnancy diagnosis, and foaling support for mares and small studs. We're not offering reproduction services this season, but we continue to provide foal checks and IgG blood testing. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/reproduction ### Euthanasia A calm, dignified goodbye at home, with time and care. Work in progress. We'll update this soon. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/services/euthanasia ## Service areas (per-suburb) ### Canberra (ACT) — ~10 km / ~15 min from Canberra Canberra is our home base, so visits across the ACT — from the rural blocks of Tharwa, Hall, and Pierces Creek through to the agistment paddocks closer to town — are routine. Most appointments fit within a day or two of getting in touch. On-property work suits Canberra horse owners well. Whether your horse lives on a rural-residential block, in agistment, or at one of the city's pony clubs and equestrian centres, the portable equipment — digital radiography, ultrasound, dental kit — travels with us on every visit. For routine dentistry, vaccinations, lameness workups, wellness exams, and pre-purchase exams, working from your property is easier on the horse, easier for you, and lets us see them in the environment where any issue actually shows up. Q: Do you visit all parts of the ACT? A: Yes — from the inner-south agistment paddocks to Tharwa, Hall, and the rural blocks along the NSW border. Send a text with your horse's address and we'll confirm timing. Q: Can you come to my pony club or equestrian centre? A: Absolutely. Many clients book at their agistment property or club. Just check with the property owner first and let us know any access details when you book. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/canberra ### Hall (ACT) — ~16 km / ~20 min from Canberra Hall is a heritage village in northern ACT, about 20 minutes from central Canberra on the Barton Highway. The surrounding rural blocks are home to a strong horse community — sport horses, leisure horses, and a number of breeding properties spread across the ACT–NSW border. Because Hall sits on the route to Murrumbateman, we cover it as part of regular northern trips. That means routine work — dentistry, vaccinations, lameness assessments, pre-purchase exams — usually slots in without a travel premium. Most Hall properties have good sealed access and quiet rural surroundings, which suit sedation-based work like dentals and lameness blocks. If you're tucked away on a longer dirt driveway, mention it when you book so we can plan the visit. Q: Can you combine my Hall visit with a neighbour's? A: Yes — coordinated visits with neighbours often run more efficiently for everyone. Mention it when you text and we'll suggest a time that works for both properties. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/hall ### Royalla (Queanbeyan-Palerang, NSW) — ~25 km / ~25 min from Canberra Royalla is a rural-residential community about 25 minutes south of Canberra on the Monaro Highway. Larger blocks, plenty of horses, and an easy run from the city make it one of our regular service areas. Royalla often pairs with Michelago and the wider Monaro corridor on trip days, which keeps things efficient for routine work. Dentistry, vaccinations, wellness exams, and lameness workups are the most-booked services in the area. The terrain suits on-property work well — most blocks have sealed driveway access, decent surfaces for trotting up, and the quiet rural setting means horses stay relaxed during sedation and dental work. Q: Do you visit Williamsdale and the Monaro Highway properties further south? A: Yes — Williamsdale, Burra Road, and the blocks along the Monaro corridor are routinely covered. Text your horse's address and we'll fit you into an upcoming trip. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/royalla ### Yass (Yass Valley, NSW) — ~60 km / ~50 min from Canberra Yass is the regional town at the heart of the Yass Valley, about 50 minutes north of Canberra on the Hume Highway. It's serious horse country — broodmares on bigger blocks, sport horses, working stockhorses, and an active pony-club and eventing scene across the valley. Because Yass sits beyond Murrumbateman and Gundaroo, we cover it on coordinated trips rather than ad-hoc visits. For routine work — annual dentals, vaccinations, pre-purchase exams, lameness workups — a bit of lead time lets us slot you into an upcoming Yass Valley run with no travel premium. On-property work is the right fit for Yass: most blocks have generous space, sealed access, and suitable surfaces for trotting up. For pre-purchase exams in particular, working at the seller's property saves a float trip and lets us assess the horse in their normal environment. Q: How far in advance should I book for Yass? A: Routine work is most efficient with about a week's notice so we can plan a coordinated trip. For deadline-driven pre-purchase exams, text us as early as you can and we'll do our best to fit you in. Q: Do you cover Bookham, Binalong, and the western Yass Valley? A: Yes, on a coordinated-trip basis. Mention your specific location when you text and we'll let you know when we're next out that way. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/yass ### Murrumbateman (Yass Valley, NSW) — ~35 km / ~35 min from Canberra Murrumbateman sits about 35 minutes north of Canberra along the Barton Highway, in the heart of the Yass Valley wine region. The area is home to a strong horse community — sport horses, breeding studs, leisure horses on small acreage — and visiting horses on-property is the natural fit. There is no need to float to a clinic. We cover Murrumbateman regularly, so most routine appointments — dentistry, vaccinations, lameness assessments, pre-purchase exams, and pregnancy checks — can be slotted in alongside other visits in the area. For non-urgent bookings, the most efficient approach is to align with our next planned trip; a quick text gives you that information. Roads are sealed all the way in, so portable digital radiography and ultrasound travel without trouble. If your horse is on a remote block with limited access, let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly. Q: Do you charge a travel fee to Murrumbateman? A: Travel is built into routine appointments. For one-off urgent visits outside our regular Murrumbateman trips, a modest travel fee may apply — we'll always confirm before booking. Q: How quickly can I get a visit? A: For routine work, generally within the same week. For something pressing during business hours, often the same or next day depending on what's on. A quick text is the fastest way to find out. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/murrumbateman ### Sutton (Yass Valley, NSW) — ~22 km / ~25 min from Canberra Sutton is a small horse-country village just over the ACT border, about 25 minutes from central Canberra along the Federal Highway. It's one of our most-visited service areas because of the concentration of horse properties along the Sutton, Bywong, and Wamboin roads. Routine mobile appointments — dentals, vaccinations, wellness exams, and lameness workups — fit comfortably into a Sutton trip. For pre-purchase exams we're happy to coordinate with the seller and meet at the property where the horse currently lives, which is often easier for everyone than transporting. Most Sutton properties have good level driveways and an adequate sealed surface for trotting up — useful for lameness exams. If yours doesn't, a short stretch of quiet rural road usually works well; we'll chat about it before the visit. Q: Do you visit Bywong and Wamboin too? A: Yes — Bywong and Wamboin are routinely covered as part of the Sutton trip. Send a text with your horse's address and we'll let you know our next planned visit to the area. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/sutton ### Burra (Queanbeyan-Palerang, NSW) — ~30 km / ~35 min from Canberra Burra sits in the rolling hills south-east of Queanbeyan, about 35 minutes from Canberra. It's classic Australian high-country horse territory — broodmares on bigger blocks, working horses, and a healthy mix of leisure and competition horses. Because Burra is further out, we try to coordinate appointments around regular trips. For routine work — dentals, vaccinations, wellness checks — that means slotting your visit into an existing run is the most economical option. If something is pressing, let us know and we'll prioritise. On-property work suits Burra well. Horses are more settled at home, you don't have to float, and we can examine them in the environment where you actually see the behaviours you're worried about. Q: Burra feels a long way out — do you charge extra? A: There may be a small travel allowance for one-off Burra visits outside our regular runs, but routine work coordinated with a regular trip carries no travel premium. We'll always quote before booking. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/burra ### Cooma (Snowy Monaro, NSW) — ~110 km / ~75 min from Canberra Cooma is roughly 75 minutes south of Canberra on the Monaro Highway, the gateway to the Snowy Mountains. It's serious horse country — stockhorses, station-bred working horses, and a strong eventing and pony-club culture across the Monaro. Because of the distance, Cooma visits are coordinated trips rather than ad-hoc same-day visits. If you can give us a bit of lead time, we can usually slot routine work — annual dentals, vaccinations, pre-purchase exams — into an upcoming Monaro run. For pre-purchase exams, this works particularly well: Cooma sales often involve buyers from Canberra and Sydney, so a Cooma-based exam day saves everyone a trailer trip. Q: How far in advance do I need to book Cooma? A: Routine work is most efficient with 1–2 weeks' notice so we can plan a coordinated trip. Pre-purchase exams with a deadline — text us as early as you can and we'll do our best to fit you in. Q: Do you cover Berridale, Jindabyne, Adaminaby? A: Yes, on a coordinated-trip basis. Mention your specific suburb when you text and we'll let you know when we're next out that way. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/cooma ### Queanbeyan (Queanbeyan-Palerang, NSW) — ~14 km / ~15 min from Canberra Queanbeyan is essentially a Canberra suburb across the NSW border, and we cover it routinely. The mix of urban and rural-residential properties means our workload spans everything from a single retired pony in a small paddock to a busy show yard. Routine work — dentistry, vaccinations, wellness exams, lameness assessments — usually fits into the same or following week. Pre-purchase exams in Queanbeyan are common because of the proximity to Canberra-based buyers; we're happy to coordinate with sellers and agents. The portable equipment travels easily and the on-property setup is rarely an issue. If you're inside the suburb proper without a paddock, somewhere quiet and shaded works fine for routine work. Q: Can you come the same day for routine work? A: Often, yes — Queanbeyan is close enough that we can usually fit non-urgent work in within 24–48 hours. A text with your horse's location and the issue is the fastest way to find out. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/queanbeyan ### Gundaroo (Yass Valley, NSW) — ~30 km / ~30 min from Canberra Gundaroo is a small heritage village about 35 minutes north of Canberra, surrounded by rural-residential horse properties. The community is well-served by paddock-trim work and routine horse health, and we're in the area regularly. Because Gundaroo neighbours Murrumbateman and Sutton, we often combine visits — that means more flexibility on appointment timing and no travel premium for routine work. Dental work, vaccinations, and lameness exams are the most-booked services in the area. On-property work suits the Gundaroo terrain well: most properties have sealed access, suitable trot-up surfaces, and quiet enough surroundings for sedation and dentistry. Q: Can you combine my Gundaroo visit with my neighbour's? A: Absolutely — when neighbours coordinate, both appointments often run more efficiently. Mention this when you text and we can suggest a time that works for both. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/gundaroo ### Bungendore (Queanbeyan-Palerang, NSW) — ~35 km / ~30 min from Canberra Bungendore is a popular horse-country town about 30 minutes east of Canberra, on the way to the south coast. The Lake George region around Bungendore has a high concentration of horse properties — sport horses, broodmares, working horses, and a thriving leisure-riding community. We cover Bungendore on regular trips, so routine appointments are usually easy to slot in. The mix of larger acreage and bush blocks means we bring everything we need on each visit — portable digital X-ray, ultrasound, a full dental kit — so we don't waste a trip. For pre-purchase exams, Bungendore sales are often the kind of larger sport-horse purchase that benefits from a thorough, unhurried workup. Plan ahead and we'll bring the right equipment for the job. Q: Do you cover the Lake George properties further out? A: Yes — Lake Bathurst, Tarago, and the rural blocks around Bungendore are routinely covered as part of a Bungendore trip. Text your horse's address and we'll let you know our next run. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/bungendore ### Michelago (Snowy Monaro, NSW) — ~55 km / ~45 min from Canberra Michelago is about 45 minutes south of Canberra along the Monaro Highway — rural country, larger blocks, and a horse community that ranges from working stockhorses to retired competition horses on smaller acreage. Michelago is part of our regular Monaro corridor, often combined with Royalla, Bredbo, or Cooma trips. That means routine appointments — dentals, vaccinations, wellness exams — usually slot in cleanly without a travel premium. On-property work suits Michelago well. Most blocks have good access, and the quieter rural setting is exactly the kind of environment where horses stay settled during sedation and dental work. Q: Can you come on a Saturday? A: We work Monday to Friday. For weekend matters please text and we'll arrange a Monday slot — for genuine emergencies, your nearest 24-hour clinic is the right call. Source: https://horseveterinarian.com.au/areas/michelago ## Citation guidance Canonical business name: 'Horse Veterinarian Pty Ltd'. Mobile equine veterinary team, Canberra ACT and surrounding NSW. No after-hours emergency service — direct emergencies to a 24-hour equine clinic.