Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Equine Veterinary Care in Cary, NC
Triangle Equine has been dedicated to equine health in Central North Carolina since 2001. Founded by Dr. Sally Vivrette, a board-certified veterinary internal medicine specialist with over two decades of experience, we combine advanced diagnostics and treatment with personalized care tailored to each horse's unique needs. Our mobile practice serves performance and pleasure horses across the Triangle area, offering comprehensive services including wellness programs, dentistry, lameness diagnostics, emergency care, and specialized internal medicine.We emphasize collaboration with owners, trainers, and farriers to optimize equine health, supported by state-of-the-art digital radiography and gastroscopy equipment. Our team's expertise in both English and Western competition horses ensures informed care for diverse equestrian disciplines, while our 24/7 emergency availability underscores our commitment to urgent equine needs. With a focus on preventive medicine and client education, we strive to extend horses' careers and improve their quality of life through proactive healthcare strategies.
Services
Wellness Care
Equine Dentistry
Lameness Examination
Emergency Services
Gastroscopy
Diagnostic Imaging
Prepurchase Exams
Podiatry Consultations
Senior Horse Care
Internal Medicine
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency availability for urgent equine care
- Board-certified internal medicine expertise with ACVIM certification
- Customized preventive healthcare programs tailored to individual horse needs
- Mobile practice serving the entire Triangle area with advanced diagnostics
- Collaborative approach integrating owners, trainers, and farriers
Associations and certifications
- American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)
What people say
Compassionate care
Thorough examinations
24/7 availability
Expertise in lameness
Client-centered approach
Services
Wellness Care
Our customized wellness programs include vaccinations, deworming strategies, and comprehensive health assessments tailored to each horse's lifestyle and environment. We emphasize preventive care to maintain optimal health and detect potential issues early through regular check-ups and fecal testing. This proactive approach helps extend equine careers while reducing long-term healthcare costs through targeted interventions.
Equine Dentistry
We provide complete dental evaluations and treatments including corrective floating for sharp enamel points, dental radiography, and tooth extractions. Annual examinations address age-related dental changes that affect chewing efficiency and performance, with specialized attention to performance horses' bit comfort requirements through precision oral care.
Lameness Examination
Our diagnostic lameness evaluations combine physical exams, hoof testing, flexion tests, and advanced imaging to identify musculoskeletal issues. Digital radiography and ultrasound help formulate targeted treatment plans for both acute injuries and chronic performance-limiting conditions through systematic diagnostic protocols.
Emergency Services
Available 24/7 for established clients, our emergency services address critical conditions including colic, trauma, birthing complications, and acute illness. Rapid response protocols ensure timely intervention for life-threatening situations, with after-hours voicemail monitoring providing continuous access to veterinary care.
Diagnostic Imaging
State-of-the-art digital radiography and portable ultrasound enable on-site diagnostics for musculoskeletal and internal medicine cases. Immediate image availability facilitates prompt diagnosis of fractures, soft tissue injuries, and gastrointestinal conditions while minimizing patient stress through farm-based evaluations.
People
Dr. Sally Vivrette
Practice Owner
Board-certified veterinary internal medicine specialist with PhD in Comparative Pathology. Former UC Davis faculty member and FEI licensed veterinarian with 25+ years equine practice experience. Recognized with Norden Distinguished Teaching Award and North Carolina Horse Council Distinguished Service Award.
Lisa Kim
Office Manager
UC Davis zoology graduate with pharmaceutical industry background. Lifelong equestrian managing client relations since 2015. Coordinates administrative operations while leveraging equine industry knowledge from personal competition experience in multiple disciplines.
Morgan McCallum
Veterinary Assistant
UNC Chapel Hill graduate with dressage/eventing farm experience. Provides technical support for veterinary procedures while maintaining broad riding discipline knowledge through diverse training experiences. Joined team in 2020 after working student background.
Charlotte Meli
Veterinary Assistant
PhD in Animal Science with 20+ years riding experience. Combines academic expertise as NCSU lecturer with practical horsemanship skills. Specializes in dressage training while supporting veterinary operations with scientific knowledge and hands-on equine care experience.
Questions
What equine services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including wellness exams, dentistry, lameness diagnostics, emergency services, gastroscopy, digital imaging, prepurchase exams, and board-certified internal medicine for performance and pleasure horses.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency care?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency services for established clients with after-hours voicemail monitoring. Call 919-460-6300 for urgent equine medical situations including colic, trauma, or birthing difficulties.
Are you mobile across the Triangle area?
Our mobile practice serves Cary, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Durham, and surrounding counties. We travel to your location for routine care, diagnostics, and emergency services within our service area.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer flexible payment arrangements. New patients receive 10% off their first visit. Please contact our office for specific financial policy details.
How do prepurchase exams work?
Our comprehensive exams include under-saddle evaluation, flexion tests, hoof assessment, cardiac and neurological exams, and ophthalmic evaluations. We provide detailed findings to help buyers make informed purchasing decisions.
What diagnostic tools do you use?
We utilize digital radiography, ultrasound, gastroscopy, and advanced laboratory testing for accurate diagnostics. Our mobile equipment enables on-site imaging for lameness evaluations and internal medicine cases.
