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Ph: 0417 769 665
24/7 EMERGENCY CARE
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
Equine and Farm Animal Veterinarians
EQUINE AND FARM ANIMAL
VETERINARY EXCELLENCE
Naturaliste Veterinary Services is a South West–based large-animal practice, integrating experienced farm veterinarians with a dedicated equine team.
Through our fully equipped ambulatory service, we deliver high-level medical and surgical care, advanced diagnostics, and laboratory support directly to your property.
We are based in Wilyabrup, serving the Busselton, Dunsborough, Cowaramup, Margaret River, Augusta, and Cape to Cape communities.
Equine Services
Reproduction & Breeding Services
At Naturaliste Veterinary Services, our reproductive program is built around precision, performance, and uncompromising attention to detail. We partner with breeders, owners, and studs to deliver elite reproductive management, combining advanced diagnostics with meticulous cycle control to optimise fertility and produce exceptional outcomes.
Our artificial insemination programs are executed with a high level of technical precision across fresh, chilled, and frozen semen. Through intensive reproductive monitoring and exact ovulation timing, we maximise conception rates while preserving the long-term reproductive health of the mare.
We design and implement tailored synchronisation protocols for both artificial insemination and live cover programs. These plans are engineered to streamline breeding operations, enhance efficiency, and ensure mares present at the optimal time for conception.
Pregnancy management is approached proactively, with detailed monitoring throughout gestation to support foetal development and identify complications early. Our goal is to protect both mare and foal, ensuring a smooth progression from conception through to term.
The neonatal period is critical to long-term performance. We provide immediate post-foaling assessment and intensive early-life support, focusing on rapid diagnosis and intervention to give each foal the strongest possible start.
Lameness & Performance
At Naturaliste Veterinary Services, we deliver a highly detailed, evidence-based approach to the investigation of lameness and poor performance. Our focus extends beyond identifying pain—we assess the horse as a whole, incorporating biomechanics, training demands, and discipline-specific expectations to build a complete clinical picture.
Each case is approached systematically, combining comprehensive clinical examination with advanced diagnostic modalities. This includes objective gait analysis using the Lameness Locator system, diagnostic analgesia through nerve and joint blocks, and high-resolution imaging with digital radiography and musculoskeletal ultrasonography. Through precise localisation of pathology, we are able to move efficiently from investigation to diagnosis.
Our biomechanical assessments further refine this process, identifying subtle inefficiencies and compensatory patterns that may impact performance or predispose to injury. This level of detail allows us to design targeted treatment and rehabilitation strategies that are not only effective, but sustainable.
We offer advanced therapeutic options, including regenerative medicine such as Alpha 2 EQ, alongside tailored management plans to support recovery, durability, and long-term soundness.
In addition, we provide thorough Equine Pre-Purchase Examinations, delivering clear, structured assessments that allow buyers to make informed decisions based on risk, intended use, and long-term expectations.
Equine Medicine & Advanced Care
Our equine medicine service is defined by diagnostic precision, clinical depth, and a commitment to delivering hospital-level care in the field. We manage both acute and complex medical conditions with a structured, evidence-based approach, ensuring each case is thoroughly investigated and expertly managed.
Accurate diagnosis underpins every successful outcome. Our fully equipped ambulatory service allows us to perform high-quality diagnostic procedures on-farm, including advanced imaging and endoscopic evaluation, enabling immediate interpretation and real-time clinical decision-making. This level of capability allows for earlier intervention, targeted therapy, and a more efficient path to recovery.
We offer a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, from routine procedures through to advanced case management. Field-based surgical capabilities include castrations, wound repair, and select surgical oncology procedures, performed with a focus on safety, sterility, and optimal outcomes.
Our diagnostic suite includes medical endoscopy, mobile gastroscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage, ultrasonography, digital radiography, and in-field laboratory testing. These tools allow for detailed assessment across respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and systemic conditions.
Treatment protocols are tailored to the individual, integrating advanced therapies such as intra-articular treatments, soft tissue management, and regenerative medicine. Every plan is designed with a clear objective: to restore health, support longevity, and return the horse to its intended level of function and performance.
Preventative & General Care
Exceptional performance and longevity are built on a foundation of proactive, meticulous healthcare. At Naturaliste Veterinary Services, we deliver a comprehensive range of general equine services with the same clinical precision and attention to detail that define our performance and reproductive work.
Our approach to preventative medicine is strategic and individualised, designed to optimise health, minimise risk, and support each horse across every stage of life. From routine care through to complex medical management, we prioritise early detection, informed decision-making, and continuity of care.
We provide structured preventative health programs alongside advanced medical support, ensuring every horse receives a tailored plan aligned with their age, workload, and physiological demands.
Every interaction is underpinned by a commitment to clinical excellence, with the goal of maintaining soundness, enhancing wellbeing, and supporting long-term performance.
Cattle Veterinary Services
Helping you protect your herd health, productivity, and profitability. Our cattle services include herd health planning, artificial insemination, pregnancy testing, bull fertility testing, trace element testing, disease investigations, and 24/7 emergency call-outs.
Vaccination Programs
Ensure your cattle's health with our annual vaccination programs. We provide comprehensive plans tailored to your herd's specific needs, keeping them protected from common diseases and ensuring their well-being.
Pregnancy Testing
Accurate pregnancy testing is crucial for managing your herd effectively. Our services include thorough testing procedures, including export certification, to help you make informed decisions about your cattle's breeding programs.
Herd Health Plans
Discover the benefits of our Annual Herd Health Plans. Designed to optimize your herd's health and performance, our customized plans offer proactive care including dehorning, hoof trimming, disease prevention strategies, and expert guidance to enhance your cattle's overall well-being.
Small Ruminants and Hobby Stock
Animals Care
We care about your small ruminants & hobby farm animals. Our services are tailored to sheep, goats, alpacas, chooks, and pigs, catering to smallholders and lifestyle farmers.
Animal Wellness
At Naturaliste Veterinary Services, we provide comprehensive veterinary care for small ruminant & hobby farm animals. Your animals' wellness is our top priority.
Tailored Care Plans
Our services include parasite and vaccination protocols, flock/herd reproductive management, nutrition and trace element advice, as well as emergency care and home euthanasia.
Expert Veterinarians
Our dedicated team of expert veterinarians is here to ensure the health and happiness of your small ruminant & hobby farm animals. Trust us for top-notch care.
About Us
Our Team
Naturaliste Veterinary Services is built on a foundation of experience, clinical excellence, and a long-standing commitment to large-animal veterinary care in the South West.
Our farm veterinary team is led by Dr Stefan Kurys-Romer, whose decades of experience in livestock medicine and production systems have established him as a trusted and highly respected veterinarian within the local farming community. His practical, solutions-focused approach has shaped the standard of care delivered across the practice and underpins our strong relationships with producers throughout the region.
Our equine division is led by Dr Lilian Kurys-Romer, who has a strong focus on lameness, diagnostics, performance horse management, and reproduction. She has undertaken advanced training within referral-level equine practice in Perth, including at Ascot Equine Veterinarians, further refining her expertise in complex lameness investigation, diagnostic imaging, and performance horse management. Her approach is detailed and evidence-based, combining advanced diagnostics with targeted treatment strategies to optimise outcomes.
Supporting our veterinarians is a highly skilled team of experienced veterinary nurses who play a critical role in the delivery of our ambulatory service. From patient handling and procedural assistance through to client communication and case support, their contribution ensures a seamless, efficient, and high-quality experience for both horses, livestock, and clients.
Together, the practice represents a unique combination of generational knowledge and progressive veterinary medicine. Naturaliste Veterinary Services has grown from a trusted local farm practice into a comprehensive large-animal service, now recognised for its strength in both livestock and equine care.
Our team continues to build on this foundation, delivering a standard of veterinary service defined by clinical precision, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to the animals and clients we support.
Contact Us
Book a Visit or Get Advice.
We are always happy to take your call. Whether you need a herd consultation, horse vet, or emergency visit.
📅 Routine appointments available Monday–Friday
🚑 24/7 emergency service
📍 Servicing: Busselton | Dunsborough | Cowaramup | Margaret River | Augusta
📞 0417 769 665
