San Luis Rey Equine Hospital

Bonsall, CA

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At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Specialty Referral
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Yes
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Equine

Services

General Practice Surgery Imaging In House Lab Hospitalization Emergency End Of Life

AVMA Specialties

Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Ophthalmology Radiology Reproduction (Theriogenology)

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

A full-service facility providing advanced diagnostics, lameness, medical and surgical care to horses 24/7. Known for pioneering advances in equine abdominal surgery, radiographic technique, and nuclear scintigraphy

Established in 1971 by Doctors Jay and Ethel Rose. The hospital has earned a strong national and international reputation as a distinguished equine hospital. It pioneered advances in equine abdominal surgery, radiographic technique, and nuclear scintigraphy. Many innovative surgical techniques and treatment regimes have been developed here. The hospital is especially well-known for its involvement in the treatment of the legendary Seattle Slew, inserting an implant (Seattle Slew basket) between cervical vertebrae to alleviate Wobbler Syndrome

Mission — San Luis Rey Equine Hospital strives to provide superior equine health services in a compassionate environment, to make a positive, measurable difference in the well-being and athletic success of horses. We commit our resources to deliver responsible, state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatments while focusing attention to the individual needs of horses, clients, and the local veterinary community. It is our goal to work hand in hand with referring veterinarians to provide the best possible solutions for you and your horse at the hospital, as well as at home

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Technology & equipment

Computed Tomography (CT)Nuclear ScintigraphyEquine Hyperbaric Oxygen TherapyMobile Equine Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (MEHOT)

Services in detail

Emergency & Critical CareSurgeryInternal MedicineSport Horse MedicineImagingEquine RehabilitationRegenerative MedicineOphthalmologyAcupunctureCT ScanningEquine Hyperbaric Oxygen TherapyOnline Pharmacy

Appointments & hours

Appointments: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Emergencies: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

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Frequently asked

Is San Luis Rey Equine Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — San Luis Rey Equine Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does San Luis Rey Equine Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

San Luis Rey Equine Hospital provides 24/7 emergency care.

What services does San Luis Rey Equine Hospital offer?+

San Luis Rey Equine Hospital offers General Practice, Surgery, Imaging, In House Lab, Hospitalization, Emergency, End Of Life.

When was San Luis Rey Equine Hospital established?+

San Luis Rey Equine Hospital has served the Bonsall, CA community since 1971.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.