Sheep and goats have distinct health needs that require close attention to nutrition, parasite control, and herd dynamics. At Walkersville Veterinary Clinic, our small ruminant veterinary services are centered on practical, on-farm care that supports healthy flocks and herds while addressing individual animal concerns.
Whether managing routine care, preparing animals for shows, or responding to illness and emergencies, we work directly with owners to provide veterinary support that fits the scale and realities of small ruminant operations.
Small ruminant care is typically provided on-site at the farm, allowing for efficient evaluation, handling, and treatment of animals within their normal environment.
Our veterinarians serve sheep and goat owners within a 27-mile driving radius of Walkersville, MD. Due to licensing regulations, veterinary services are available only for animals located within the state of Maryland. Emergency services are available for current clients in good standing, with response guided by availability and case urgency.
Preventive care focuses on maintaining flock and herd health through routine evaluations, vaccination planning, parasite monitoring and control, fecal testing, and management guidance.
We diagnose and treat infectious, metabolic, and parasitic conditions common in small ruminants, with care plans tailored to both individual animals and group health.
Reproductive services support breeding success and productivity through reproductive evaluations, pregnancy assessment, and management consultation.
Services include minor surgical procedures such as castration, disbudding, and laceration repair, domestic health certificates for fairs and shows, diagnostic imaging when appropriate, and emergency care for established clients.
Yes. Most small ruminant services are provided on-site at the farm.
We provide veterinary care for sheep and goats. We do not treat swine or poultry.
Emergency services are available for current clients in good standing, based on availability and urgency.
Our service area extends within a 27-mile driving radius of Walkersville, Maryland.
Yes. We provide domestic health certificates for sheep and goats as required.
Yes. Due to licensing regulations, we can only provide veterinary care for cattle located within the state of Maryland.
