Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Services in St. Clements, ON
Linwood Veterinary Service has dedicated over two decades to providing specialized veterinary care for food animals, including dairy cows, beef cows, and small ruminants. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff deliver comprehensive services such as preventative medicine programs, embryo transfer, milk and manure testing, and 24/7 emergency care. We operate from two clinic locations in St. Clements and Mount Forest, Ontario, serving producers across multiple regions. Our commitment to industry-leading service is reflected in our herd health programs, advanced diagnostic tools like ultrasound imaging, and tailored nutritional and reproductive consultations. We prioritize timely, courteous care while offering farm delivery services for pharmaceuticals and laboratory supplies. Our expertise extends to export certification, Canadian Quality Milk Program training, and specialized services like GenOvis loin scanning for sheep producers.With a focus on both animal welfare and economic efficiency, we partner with clients to optimize herd productivity and health. Our team includes veterinarians with decades of experience in dairy and beef medicine, reproduction, and bovine care, supported by certified technicians and dedicated administrative staff. We maintain in-house laboratory capabilities and collaborate with external diagnostic facilities to ensure rapid, accurate results for critical conditions like mastitis and metabolic disorders. Through continuous education and producer-focused resources like our monthly newsletters, we empower clients with knowledge to address challenges ranging from heat stress to antibiotic treatment impacts.
Services
Herd Health
Emergency Care
Embryo Transfer
Milk Culturing
Preventative Medicine
Ultrasound Services
Feed Analysis
Export Certification
Parasite Testing
Farm Delivery
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary care for urgent animal health needs
- Our team includes veterinarians with over 20 years of specialized food animal experience
- We provide on-farm diagnostic services including milk culturing and blood profiling
- Our herd health programs combine preventative medicine with advanced reproductive technologies
- We deliver pharmaceuticals and laboratory supplies directly to farms Monday-Friday
Services
Herd Health
Our herd health services optimize production through pregnancy diagnosis, vaccination programs, nutritional analysis, and udder health monitoring. Veterinarians use ultrasound imaging and manual palpation to assess reproductive status while developing customized management plans. We combine preventative strategies with rapid diagnostic capabilities to maintain herd productivity and animal welfare.
24 Hour Emergency Care
We provide immediate veterinary response for critical animal health issues at any hour. Our team handles emergencies like metabolic disorders, dystocia, and acute infections using mobile diagnostic equipment and rapid lab access. This service ensures timely intervention to prevent production losses and maintain animal well-being during after-hours crises.
Embryo Transfer
Specialized embryo transfer services enhance genetic improvement programs for cattle producers. Led by Dr. Andrew MacLeod, this service includes synchronization protocols, collection, and implantation of embryos. We support both Linwood and Hwy 89 Veterinary Services clients with advanced reproductive technologies to accelerate herd quality improvements.
Milk Culturing
Our mastitis lab culturing identifies specific pathogens causing udder infections to guide targeted treatment. Results are delivered promptly to implement effective interventions and prevent recurring cases. This service includes both individual cow and bulk tank sample analysis with after-hours availability for urgent needs.
Preventative Medicine
Customized preventative programs reduce disease incidence and treatment costs through risk assessment and proactive management. We develop farm-specific protocols for vaccination, nutrition, and biosecurity while monitoring outcomes through regular herd health visits and diagnostic testing.
People
Dr. Paul Sostar
Veterinarian
Graduated from University of Guelph in 1995 with Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Specializes in dairy and beef medicine with over 25 years of practice at Linwood Veterinary Service. Focuses on production management and herd health optimization.
Dr. Andrew MacLeod
Veterinarian
Joined Linwood Veterinary Service in 2001 with expertise in dairy reproduction and embryo transfer. Graduated from University of Guelph and developed specialized reproductive programs. Currently partner in the practice serving Ontario producers.
Dr. Kelly Haelzle
Veterinarian
2009 University of Guelph graduate with dairy farm background. Specializes in herd health and nutritional management. Provides veterinary care in the Clifford area with focus on practical farm solutions for dairy operations.
Dr. Steven Mens
Veterinarian
Joined in 2023 with decade of bovine practice in Belgium. Specializes in Belgian Blue beef cattle care and herd management. Graduated from Ghent University in 2012 and brings international experience to Ontario producers.
Dr. Ruth Bowman
Veterinarian
Newest team member graduating from Ontario Veterinary College in 2024. Raised on beef farm with 4-H experience. Special interests include calf health and reproduction. Provides modern veterinary solutions to Ontario producers.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer for dairy producers?
We provide comprehensive dairy services including herd health visits, pregnancy diagnosis, milk culturing, nutritional analysis, and 24/7 emergency care. Our team specializes in udder health programs and reproductive management.
Do you provide emergency veterinary care after hours?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service offers immediate assistance for urgent animal health issues with experienced veterinarians available at all times for critical care needs.
How can I schedule an embryo transfer appointment?
Contact our clinic directly to schedule embryo transfer services with Dr. Andrew MacLeod. We coordinate appointments based on reproductive cycles and farm management requirements.
Do you offer farm delivery for veterinary products?
Yes, we provide Monday-Friday farm delivery for pharmaceuticals and laboratory supplies. Orders placed by 9:30 AM receive same-day delivery with scheduled herd health visits including medication transport.
What small ruminant services do you provide?
Our small ruminant services include herd health programs, pregnancy ultrasound (30-120 days), fecal flotation testing, vaccination programs, and nutritional consultations for sheep and goat producers.
How do you handle milk residue testing?
We offer full-service milk residue testing for individual cows or bulk tanks with after-hours availability. This service identifies contaminants to ensure milk quality and regulatory compliance.
