Fox Valley Equine Practice
Fox Valley Equine practice serves clients within a 35-mile radius of the practice office in La Fox, IL. We serve back-yard barns to large boarding facilities, Miniature Horses to Clydesdales, pleasure horses to equine athletes, newborn foals to senior horses.
Established in 1990, by Dr. David Heinze, Fox Valley Equine Practice is dedicated to providing the best field medicine available for clients and their horses. Our mobile practice provides lameness evaluations, state-of-the-art diagnostics, reproductive services, preventative care, emergency services, surgery, dentistry, chiropractic, pre-purchase exams and cutting-edge medicine.
Fox Valley Equine wishes to be part of a team that includes owners, trainers, farriers, stable managers, caretakers and referral hospitals.
We will care for your horses as if they were our horses.
Meet Our Vets & Staff
Established in 1990, by Dr. David Heinze, Fox Valley Equine Practice is dedicated to providing the best field medicine available for clients and their horses. Our mobile practice provides lameness evaluations, state-of-the-art diagnostics, reproductive services, preventative care, emergency services, surgery, dentistry, chiropractic, pre-purchase exams and cutting-edge medicine.
Our Vets
David Heinze, D.V.M.
Owner and Founder
Joan McArthur, D.V.M.
Associate Veterinarian
Kari Singer, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Cecelia Gebien, D.V.M.
Associate VeterinarianOur Staff
Kelly Curran
Operations Manager
Alexis Bumbar
Accounts Manager
Cassie Lesko
Vet Tech
Heather Baltikas
Certified Vet Tech
Martin Martinez
Certified Vet Tech
Annie O'Neill
Certified Vet Tech
Cameron Heinze
Chief Financial Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is FVEP's practice area?
FVEP services clients in a 35-mile radius of the practice office location of 1N303 LaFox Rd, LaFox, IL. Please remember that we an ambulatory service only and cannot accept haul-ins at our office.
What breeds of horses does FVEP service?
We service all equine breeds from Minis to Clydesdales. Please note that we do not service other species, such as sheeps, goats, or alpacas.
Does FVEP offer emergency services?
Yes, we offer emergency services 24/7 365 days per year. We prefer to call on established clients. We understand that emergencies do occur for new clients. In these circumstances, we ask for payment at the time of service.
Do I need to be present when FVEP veterinarians come out?
It is encouraged for owners to be present at the time of the visit. If you cannot be there, please have your horse in the stall and tell the office staff who the veterinarian should ask for when arriving. Finally, please try to have your horse reasonably clean if we are taking photographs for the Coggins.
Will my veterinarian be on time?
The FVEP vets try their best to be on time for your appointment. Please understand that emergencies, traffic and add-ons may delay your appointment. The FVEP office staff will do their best to keep you informed of any delays or early arrivals.
How do I pay, and what payment options are available?
FVEP sends out statements at the beginning of the month. Payment is due in full by the 25th of the month following service. We accept cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and Care Credit. We also accept online payments through PaySimple. Simply click on the Bill Pay button at the top of this page to start the process or learn more.