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Comprehensive Veterinary Care for Food Animal Herds
Linwood Veterinary Service has dedicated over two decades to advancing the health and productivity of food animal herds, specializing in dairy cows, beef cows, and small ruminants. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff delivers comprehensive on-farm care, combining preventative medicine programs with cutting-edge diagnostic tools to optimize herd performance. We prioritize timely, reliable service through two strategically located clinics in St. Clements and Mount Forest, ensuring accessibility for producers across multiple regions. Our expertise extends to embryo transfer, milk culturing, blood profiling, and tailored nutrition consulting, supported by 24/7 emergency response capabilities.By integrating advanced technologies like ultrasound imaging and GenOvis loin scanning, we empower producers with data-driven insights to improve reproductive efficiency and meat yield. Our commitment to continuous education through initiatives like Canadian Quality Milk Program training reinforces our role as trusted partners in sustainable livestock management. With a focus on economic processing solutions and same-day pharmaceutical delivery, we minimize operational disruptions while maintaining rigorous animal welfare standards. This combination of technical proficiency, local knowledge, and client-centric service has established us as a respected authority in veterinary care for food animal producers.
Services
Herd Health
24 Hour Emergency Care
Embryo Transfer
Milk Culturing
Blood Profiles
Feed Ration Analysis
Fecal Flotation
Dehorning
Vaccinating
Loin Scanning
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary response for critical animal health needs
- Our team offers specialized expertise in food animal herd health management
- We implement advanced diagnostic technologies including ultrasound imaging and GenOvis scanning
- Our preventative medicine programs reduce long-term herd health costs
- We deliver same-day pharmaceutical orders and economic processing solutions
Services
Herd Health
Our comprehensive herd health programs combine ultrasound imaging, manual palpation, and nutritional consulting to optimize reproductive efficiency and milk production. We develop customized vaccination protocols and monitor udder health to reduce mastitis incidence. Regular herd visits include pregnancy diagnosis, calf rearing program assessments, and production analysis to maximize profitability for dairy and beef operations.
24 Hour Emergency Care
Critical animal health emergencies receive immediate attention through our 24/7 veterinary response system. Our on-call team handles urgent cases including dystocia, metabolic disorders, and traumatic injuries. With two clinic locations and mobile diagnostic equipment, we provide rapid on-farm interventions to minimize animal suffering and production losses while maintaining strict biosecurity protocols.
Embryo Transfer
Dr. Andrew MacLeod leads our advanced embryo transfer program using proven reproductive technologies. This service enables genetic improvement through superior sire selection while maintaining biosecurity. We coordinate synchronized breeding cycles and perform non-surgical embryo collection and implantation, supporting both dairy and beef producers in accelerating herd development programs.
Milk Culturing
Our in-house mastitis laboratory identifies specific bacterial pathogens causing udder infections through rapid milk culturing. This targeted approach enables precise antibiotic selection and treatment protocols, reducing unnecessary antimicrobial use. We provide actionable recommendations for environmental management changes to prevent recurring infections and maintain milk quality standards.
Blood Profiles
Point-of-care blood analysis for down cows measures critical parameters including calcium, phosphorus, and creatine kinase levels. This immediate diagnostic capability allows for timely treatment decisions to restore metabolic balance. We complement these results with access to specialized testing through external laboratories for comprehensive health assessments of individual animals and entire herds.
People
Dr. Andrew MacLeod
Embryo Transfer Specialist
Dr. MacLeod leads our advanced reproductive services, specializing in embryo transfer technologies. With extensive experience in genetic improvement programs, he provides expert consultation for dairy and beef producers seeking to enhance herd genetics while maintaining strict biosecurity standards through non-surgical procedures.
Questions
What types of animals do you treat?
We specialize in food animals including dairy cows, beef cattle, sheep, and goats. Our services focus on herd health management for commercial producers and family operations.
Do you offer emergency services after hours?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency response team provides urgent care for critical animal health issues at any time through both clinic locations.
How can I get lab results quickly?
Our in-house laboratory provides rapid mastitis culture results within 24 hours, with same-day blood profile analysis available for metabolic disorder diagnostics.
Do you deliver veterinary supplies to farms?
We offer Monday-Friday local delivery service for pharmaceutical orders placed before 9:30 AM, with scheduled deliveries available for remote locations.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit unions, major banks via online transfers, Interac at Linwood location, and credit card payments over the phone at either clinic.
Can you help with export certification?
Our CFIA-certified veterinarians provide complete export documentation, including pregnancy verification, health assessments, and age confirmation for international cattle shipments.
