Sport Horse Veterinarian

Board Certified in Equine Surgery

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Mobile Equine Veterinarian in Wellington, FL

Welcome To
Daniel Equine Services

Daniel Equine was founded to deliver exceptional, board-certified veterinary care exclusively for elite sport horses in Wellington, Florida, and beyond. Led by Dr. Daniel, a board-certified equine surgeon, our practice is dedicated to providing personalized, concierge-level service tailored to the unique needs of high-performance equine athletes.

We work closely with owners, riders, and trainers who demand the highest standards of care — because protecting your investment is our priority. Whether consulting on complex lameness, providing surgical expertise, or performing comprehensive pre-purchase evaluations, every case receives our full attention and surgical-level precision.

Utilizing advanced diagnostic technologies and decades of experience, we approach every horse as if it were our own. Our team is unified in one mission — to optimize your horse’s health, enhance their performance, and support their success in the most competitive arenas.

Featured Services

✅ Pre-Purchase Exams — Comprehensive vetting designed to protect your investment
✅ Lameness & Performance Diagnostics — Identify, treat, and resolve performance-limiting issues
✅ Surgical Consultations & Second Opinions — Trusted expertise for complex cases

Expert veterinary care protecting your horse’s health and your investment

Our Services

Sports Medicine

Precision care to enhance your horse’s athletic performance and longevity in the sport.

Pre-Purchase Exams

Comprehensive, board-certified evaluations designed to protect your investment in elite sport horses.

Lameness

Advanced diagnostics and targeted treatment plans to resolve performance-limiting issues.

Surgical Consultations

Board-certified surgical expertise with a focus on orthopedic and performance-related cases.

Regenerative Therapies

Innovative therapies supporting recovery, soundness, and long-term performance.

Wellness & Emergency Care

Concierge-level veterinary care — proactive wellness and prompt response when it matters most.

					Dr. Daniel and his team provide top notch care. They are excellent at what they do and always put the care of the horse first. Both my horses have been seen by Dr. Daniel over the years and he has always provided amazing treatment plans, options, and recommendations. He has helped my horses through various situations including lymphangitis, quarter crack, GI issues, shock wave therapy, lameness exams, etc. Highly recommended for any and all equine veterinary needs.
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Lindzey Felzer
5/09/2025
					Dr.Daniel and his team are the best! Love the attention to detail with every visit and how they are always thinking about the best option for the horse’s needs. Love being able to work with such a great team to ensure the best care for my horse.
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Amanda Cortes
4/02/2025
					Dr. Daniel and team are amazing!  They are my go-to vets during our winter seasons in Wellington and I so wish I could bring them back with me to Chicago every year!  I trust Dr.Daniel's opinion and treatment recommendations without hesitation.  He is super responsive, so approachable and takes his time to evaluate, think out of the box and explain his thought process.  His diagnoses and treatments have been spot on, whether for lameness, PPE, illness, or even just routine maintenance.  I cannot recommend his practice enough:  HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend!
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Jennifer Fowler
3/27/2025
					I am so grateful for Dr Daniel and his fantastic team for taking care of my group of horses during the winter seasons in Florida. I appreciate his whole horse approach and ability to think outside of the box to support the horse from all angles. I’ve worked with top vets all over the country for high performance horses, and his patience, attention to detail, and knowledge are unmatched.
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Katrina Hiller
3/27/2025
					Daniel Equine Services is excellent. I recently had Dr. Daniel check my my horse who was showcasing severe lameness. He and his techs were extremely thorough, patient and attentive. He approaches his work with a high level of care and expertise and I would absolutely recommend using their services!
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ilanah taves
10/03/2024
					Such an amazing and helpful team!! My horse was diagnosed with head shaking syndrome by dr Daniels after many months of other vets not knowing what was wrong with my horse. The first day I met Daniels he knew what my horse had and how to treat it and after a couple weeks of treatment my horse is back to riding and showing. I couldn’t thank Daniels and this team enough for all the help and support and for always answering every call and text messages and for getting my boy back to normal. Hands down the best vet ever!!!
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Nikki Blair
7/03/2024
					Absolutely the best experience I could have asked for. Dr. Daniel and his team treated my horse as if he was theirs. He explained each process being done and why, and broke down all my options for treatment.  So impressed and will continue to use Dr. Daniel.
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Ninette Caneda
4/03/2023
					Dr Daniel and his amazing team provide excellent, knowledgeable and conscientious care to my babies.  My boy is fully recovered from a knee injury and starting his performance career in the show ring.  Highly recommend this team!
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R Dessert
4/03/2023
					One of the best equine veterinarian services I’ve came across!.  Dr. Daniel has always been so honest & reassuring when it comes to anything being done on my horse. Daniel equine also provides dentistry which is convenient for me. Thank you
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Danielle Borruto
4/03/2023
					My experience with Dr. Daniel was great! He's a skilled surgeon & his whole team is fantastic, as well. I appreciate that they're reliable and give the same care to performance patients and average patients alike. I've been poopoo'd by other vets with high profile patients, so I'm really grateful for Daniel Equine Services.
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Mary O
4/03/2023
					Dr. Birkhold and the whole team at Daniel Equine are the best. With a horse that has had more than his fair share of problems I always find them to be very attentive and never rushing me. They listen to my concerns and are willing to try new therapies because I ask them to. I do a lot of research and holistic therapies and treatment with my horse and really appreciate not being treated as inferior or unknowledgeable.
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Brooke Swass
4/03/2023
					When you have a beloved horse, one that you consider part of your family, you want it to be treated like family. Kept safe and definitely "sound".



Daniel Equine and it's two incredible Doctors, Dr. Daniel and Dr. Birkhold treat you and your horse with kindness, empathy and of course expert diagnostics and care.  Their assistants Carson and

Georgia are both great assets to the team.



There are many good horse veterinarians in our area but they often lack a good "bedside manner." Both Dr D and Dr B at Daniel Equine take the time to listen, clearly explain in depth about an illness or unsoundness and can alleviate any uncertainty you may have about the treatment or care of your precious horse.  If you have an emergency situation they respond quickly and empathetically.  Dr Daniel's surgical background also comes in handy when you need a beautiful, expertly done stitch or two!



When choosing an equine veterinary service that goes above and beyond ...you'll find it all at Daniel Equine. I can't recommend them enough.
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Janice Sax
4/03/2023
					Dr Daniel and his staff are wonderful - effective, efficient, and great bedside manner. Very responsive with great communication and explanations. They are honest and do right by the horse without pushing unnecessary and costly treatments. Highly recommend!
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Jennifer Reisler
4/03/2023
					Dr. Daniel and his team is absolutely amazing! From lameness to surgery to just general horse care Dr. Daniel is always up to date on the newest research. His attention to detail is next level. If you’re looking for a vet that cares, is knowledgeable, and has all the skills he is your go to!
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Erin Kilburn
4/03/2023
					Dr. Daniel and has team have provided great care for my horses for many years as well as have conducted thorough and informative pre-purchase exams.   From the routine health service to more complex diagnostics, Dr. Daniel and team has walked through every step and laid out the options for my horses care.  I can't recommend this practice enough.
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Juliet Johansson
4/03/2023
					I've been a client of Daniel Equine Services for just 6 months and have been extremely pleased with the services they have provided.  They use the most recent and proven equine technology.  They respond quickly in emergencies and are easy to communicate with no matter what the issue.  Everyone on staff is passionate about their job and work very hard to do what is best for the horse and the rider.  I'm happy that I found such a great group to care for my horse who is 24 years young and still going strong!
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Cynthia Cain
4/03/2023
					Fabulous veterinary service. Great attention to detail and very knowledgeable. Prompt, easy to contact. Will use again next year.
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Claire Herbert
3/28/2023
					Dr. Daniel just gave my horse Kissing Spine surgery and I was very happy with how attentive and profession he and his team are,  He took a lot of time to go over all the options and explain everything.
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Jeanne Rutstein
1/25/2023
					Professional, knowledgeable and responsive. They were wonderful taking care of my horse when she suffered an injury. I recommend their services 100%
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Isaura Ramirez
1/09/2023
					Daniel Equine Services always keeps my horses feeling their best! I would highly recommend them for not only basic health care, but also for any any other things your horse may need!
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Alex Gryskiewicz
1/04/2023
					Dr. Daniel and his entire staff is absolutely amazing. The first time he met my mare he immediately pin pointed the problem and found a resolution. He continues with the best follow up care and solutions! They are the best!!
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Sophia Kane
1/03/2023
					The absolute best equine veterinary practice in South Florida. Amazing knowledge, communication, and results. I trust them like no other and have recommended them to other horse trainers and owners many times over. Top notch.
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Samantha Torcise
1/03/2023
					Very reliable! Super honest and does very thorough checks. Always on time!
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Jessica Loren
1/02/2023
					Dr. Daniel’s team is so knowledgeable, trustworthy, and caring. He greatly helped my horse, Frazier, with an unrelenting summer sore and TMJ issues. Highly recommend!
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Sarah Alfonso
1/02/2023
					Daniel Equine has been a tremendous support in keeping my horses healthy and sound. They are prompt, professional, and very kind to work with!
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Ayriel Italia
1/02/2023
					Dr Daniel and Dr Birkhold are outstanding Veterinarians! Knowledgeable, compassionate, and up on all the latest and greatest treatments available upon diagnosis. Not to mention, they don't mind my gazillion questions! They always put me at ease when I appear worried! Highly recommend this team for those of you that need superb expertise for your equine partner!
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Shaana Risley
8/14/2022
					Dr. Daniel and his team are superb.  Every aspect of the practice is top notch, they are responsive, skilled, fairly priced and reasonable in all ways. I HIGHLY recommend them for your equine partners.
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Lauren Brody
3/30/2022
					I highly recommend Dr Daniel and his team! I have had the opportunity to work closely with Dr Daniel on multiple cases ranging from pre-purchase examinations, lameness evaluations, rehabilitation plans and various treatment modalities to support recovery from injury and enhanced performance. Dr Daniel has state-of-the-art equipment that takes the human guesswork out of the equation giving the horse owner a clear path to provide each horse with exactly what they need to thrive. His thoughtful and educated approach with each horse is impressive and encouraging. When other vets have been left baffled and still questioning a issue, Dr Daniel has been able to diagnose the problem and assist in every step of the recovery.

Thank you Dr. Daniel & Carson for the care and attention each of my horses receive!
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Amy Jones
11/05/2021
					If you want a vet you know you can trust, Dr. Daniel is the only one to call. Always friendly service with the upmost knowledge for all your veterinary needs. His only mission is the welfare of your animal! If you’re looking for a vet for your equine partner, call him today!
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julie channell
7/26/2021
					i highly recommend Dr. Daniel. He has provided great care and service to my horse over the past few years and his ability to diagnose a source of lameness has been very reliable.   I appreciate the fact the he takes a conservative approach to any soundness problems and also gives consideration to the costs involved.  I'm also impressed that he invests in latest technology to help more accurately pinpoint the source of lameness eliminating a lot of guesswork.  It's always a pleasure to deal with him and his staff.  They arrive on time for the appointments and take their time listening and assessing the situation.  I'm very happy to have him as my vet and my horse is happy and comfortable!
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ellen meyers
7/24/2021