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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Equine Veterinary Service, Dr. Hicks, Dr. Cooper & Associates

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Equine Veterinary Service, Dr. Hicks, Dr. Cooper & Associates

EVS is an equine veterinary facility located in Paducah, KY. EVS is an equine surgical, medical facility located in Paducah, KY.
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Dr. Hicks, Dr. Cooper, Dr. Carr & Dr. Haffner specialize in sport horse lameness diagnostics & treatment. Dr. Tony Hicks and Equine Veterinary Service (EVS) have been serving the equine community since 1994. Dr. Hicks specializes in advanced lameness diagnostics and treatment, chiropractic and acupuncture. We understand the special bond between you and your horse and know you want the very best ca

re possible. Whether you have one horse, or a stable of horses, no one is better qualified to provide the high level of care you expect than Equine Veterinary Service, because we have made a professional commitment to excellence. Every horse we treat receives the most individualized and specialized care available. EVS offers advanced lameness diagnostics & treatment, chiropractic, acupuncture, digital imaging, ophthalmology, gastroscope & endoscope, dentistry, in house lab, surgery, pre purchase exams, vaccines & deworming, corrective shoeing, kinesiotape & physical therapy and equine nutritional consultation.

08/14/2026

We’ve enjoyed having Lacey Drury with us at EVS over the past few weeks! 🐴

Lacey is a 3rd-year vet student at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. She plans to pursue a career in mixed animal medicine with a strong interest and dedication to equine medicine.

We’re grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of her veterinary education and wish her all the best as she continues her journey toward becoming a veterinarian! 👩‍⚕️🐎

08/10/2026

For all of our new followers, or for those who may not know us yet — here’s a little about EVS! 🐴

Our facility is equipped with 14 treatment and hospitalization stalls (including a foaling stall and isolation stall) along with turnout paddocks. We have 3 clinic areas, a 70×100 indoor arena, chiropractic rooms, an in-house laboratory, farrier stall, and full surgery room.

Our services include:
🐴 Advanced lameness diagnostics & treatment
🐴 Regenerative medicine
🐴 Chiropractic
🐴 Acupuncture
🐴 Digital imaging
🐴 Dentistry
🐴 In-house laboratory services
🐴 Surgery
🐴 Corrective shoeing
🐴 Internal medicine
🐴 Isolation care
🐴 24/7 emergency care for existing clients

And we’re excited to be adding even more to EVS. Our new rehabilitation center is coming soon!

Whether you’ve been part of the EVS family for years or you’re just finding us, we’re glad you’re here. 💙

08/06/2026

Let’s talk about “bad behavior.” 👇

A horse that bites during saddling:
❓ Is it stubborn?
❓ Is it a training issue?
❓ Or is it trying to tell us something?

This sweet horse’s behavior change led us to look deeper. Exam findings showed sensitivity through the neck and epaxial muscles with reduced mobility, while the spine itself was normal.

As part of his treatment plan, Dr. Josie Carr performed bilateral corticosteroid injections into the epaxial muscles to help address areas of discomfort.
Behavior is communication.

Don’t punish pain. Find it. Treat it. 🐴
What’s the first sign you notice when your horse isn’t feeling their best?

08/03/2026

Big things are taking shape! 👀 Our rehab building is coming along, and we couldn't be more excited. Stay tuned for more progress updates! 🐎

07/30/2026

Equine Vital Signs: Know What's Normal. 🩺🌡️

· Pulse rate: 28-44 beats per minute.
· Respiratory rate: 12-20 breaths per minute.
· Re**al temperature: 98.5′ to 101.5′ F. If the horse’s temperature exceeds 102.5′ F contact your veterinarian immediately.
· Capillary refill time: 2 seconds or less (time it takes color of gum tissue to return after pressing and releasing with finger)

It's important to take these vital signs when horses are healthy to help you identify when signs become abnormal. Our vets can help show you how it's done!

07/23/2026

Brant is repping our new EVS shirts! Have you gotten yours yet? 🐎🇺🇸

07/20/2026

Did you know we offer on site lodging for our out of state clients?

Our Hospitality House, Trailer hook-up, horse stalls, and paddocks are available to help make your trip a little easier. 🏡🐴

If staying on-site would make your visit more convenient, just let our office know when scheduling. We're here to help make both you and your horse as comfortable as possible!

07/17/2026

A closer look 🐴👀

This horse got a front row seat to some high tech diagnostics! An eye ultrasound helps us evaluate structures inside the eye and gather information that can't always be seen during a routine exam.

07/13/2026

Is your horse feeling a little stiff or sore? It might be time for a chiropractic adjustment.
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Chiropractic care is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that helps keep your horse moving and feeling its best. By using precise adjustments to the spine and joints, our veterinarians can help relieve soreness, improve mobility, and address discomfort caused by injury, repetitive work, or everyday wear and tear. It can benefit horses dealing with neck, back, pelvic, leg, and even jaw or facial issues.

Address

4025 Coleman Cut Road
Paducah, KY
42001

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12705546601

Website

http://www.equinevetservice.com/

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