Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Equine Veterinary Services in Bowral, NSW
Retford Equine Veterinary Clinic has been dedicated to equine health since its establishment in the 1970s. Founded by Peter Light at Retford Park, the clinic transitioned to Karim Kooros in 2000, who expanded its services and relocated to Keiron Park in Bowral. Our team combines decades of global veterinary experience with a passion for horses, offering comprehensive care including reproduction services, surgery, and dentistry. We prioritise client education and accessibility, providing on-site laboratory testing, secure agistment, and after-hours emergency support.Our facilities cater to all breeds, from delicate Arabians to powerful Shire horses, ensuring tailored care. With a focus on innovation and tradition, we maintain strong relationships with horse owners across the Southern Highlands. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our mobile services, product availability, and dedication to continuous improvement in equine healthcare.
Services
Artificial Insemination
Equine Surgery
Dentistry
Radiography
Breeding Services
Foal Health Assessments
Hernia Repair
Vaccination Protocols
Lameness Diagnostics
Freeze Branding
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of equine veterinary expertise.
- Our mobile services cover all Southern Highlands properties.
- On-site lab provides immediate semen analysis and diagnostics.
- Secure agistment facilities with 24/7 horse monitoring.
- Emergency care available after office hours daily.
Services
Artificial Insemination
We specialise in frozen and chilled artificial insemination with on-site semen storage. Our equine reproduction experts provide Thoroughbred mare preparation, stallion collections, and pregnancy testing. Clients benefit from our dedicated breeding facilities including secure crush areas and experienced stallion handling.
Equine Surgery
Our clinic performs general surgeries like castrations and hernia repairs either at your property or our facility. With portable diagnostic equipment, we ensure precise pre-surgical assessments. Our veterinarians combine global experience with modern techniques for optimal recovery outcomes.
Dentistry
We offer comprehensive dental services including routine check-ups and corrective procedures. All visits include travel and sedation, with annual examinations recommended for maintaining digestive and performance health. Our mobile service ensures comfort for horses during on-site treatments.
Radiography
Portable digital radiography and ultrasonography enable accurate lameness and injury diagnostics. Reproductive scans can be performed on-site or at our clinic. This technology supports swift decision-making for both routine and emergency equine health assessments.
Breeding Services
Specialising in equine reproduction since the 1970s, we offer prefoaling care, foal health assessments, and oestrus examinations. Our facilities include dedicated crush areas for safe procedures and secure agistment for mares. Experienced staff manage all aspects of the breeding cycle with precision.
People
Karim Kooros
Veterinarian
Dr. Karim Kooros has 30+ years of equine veterinary experience. Graduating from the Royal Veterinary College in 1987, he worked globally before establishing Retford Equine in 2000. His expertise spans reproduction, emergency care, and international equine health standards.
Christine Ahling
Office Manager
Christine Ahling manages operations with 15+ years at Retford Equine. A University of Sydney graduate, she specialises in equine reproduction and client service. Her hands-on experience includes foal handling and developing customer-focused administrative systems.
Questions
What equine services do you offer?
We provide artificial insemination, surgery, dentistry, radiography, breeding services, and emergency care. Full details are available on our services page or by calling (02) 4861 1166.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, our after-hours emergency number 0419 021 851 connects directly to our veterinary team for urgent equine care requirements outside office hours.
Where are your facilities located?
Our main clinic operates from Keiron Park, 542 Kangaloon Rd, Bowral. Administrative services are based at 234 Old Hume Hwy, Mittagong, NSW.
Can you perform on-site veterinary procedures?
Most services including surgery, AI, and diagnostics can be conducted at your property using our portable equipment and mobile laboratory facilities.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office for current payment options. We recommend discussing payment arrangements during your initial consultation with our team.
