San Luis Rey Equine Hospital
Bonsall, CA
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
Services
AVMA Specialties
Amenities & accessibility
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
Services in detail
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.