ABOUT US

I was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. Throughout my youth, I spent as much time in the wilderness as possible, hunting, fishing and doing anything that put me outdoors. Early in my life, horses were another form of transportation and a way to have fun. It was around age 12 that I began to truly love the company of a horse and search for a way to make them a permanent part of my life. With my general love for animals and a desire to constantly learn, I decided I would become a veterinarian.

With no desire to leave the West, I came to Colorado State University for my undergraduate degree and stayed to get my DVM. The opportunity with Mobile Veterinary Clinic fell at my feet after attaining my DVM in 2002. I worked for Dr. John Young for 5 years and then purchased the practice in 2007. Mobile Veterinary Services is the only job I have know in my adult professional life. My love of learning pushes me to continually seek knowledge to better understand and treat my equine patients. Lameness and equine dentistry are particular passions of mine and I continue to further educate myself to have a deeper understanding of these fields and to better serve my patients.
Family has always been an important part of my life. In 2011 I met my wife Jeanine and we have raised our four boys in an animal saturated house! We have had a host of pets- hamsters, guinea pigs, turtles, geckos and of course dogs and horses. Though Jeanine was often my emergency assistant, Covid changed our lives, as it did for everyone. In March 2020, she joined me in managing our practice and rides in the truck as my assistant.

Between the obligations of my practice and my family, I still try to set aside time to do two of my favorite things – ride my Quarter Horse gelding, Rome, and enjoy the back country. Luckily, I am able to spend several weeks a year combining those activities as I recharge my batteries in the outdoors and enjoy the company of a horse.
“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.” – Winston Churchill

Horses have been in my blood since I was four, when I skillfully negotiated for riding lessons in exchange for exemplary behavior at the ophthalmologist’s office. Little did my mother know that that agreement would ignite a passion for horses within me that has heavily shaped both my hobby and my career.

Whether through 4H and Pony Club as a youngster, an exercise rider at the local racetrack, or flying over the cross country course as an avid eventer, I am always most at home on the back of a horse. My herd consists of a retired event mare, Allez, who lives a spoiled life in the mountains of Evergreen, and my 15yo OTTB mare Bailey who, after racing at the track and playing polo, has now found a niche in the dressage world after deciding jumps are just too scary to make a career. In my free time I’m either on the back of a horse, traveling to lands near and far or hiking in the Front Range.

Born and raised in Rochester, NY, I attended college at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, with the intention of graduating as an aeronautical engineer and seeking employment in the aerospace industry. Boy, was I mistaken! After a brief foray as an engineering student, I realized a career without horses was no life at all and shifted my focus to vet school. Several years later, I graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, having also attained my certification in animal chiropractic work from the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association.  I later went on to become certified in veterinary medical acupuncture, a journey which led me to meet and eventually recruit Dr. Kate Baer into MVS.

As a continuous learner, I am constantly seeking new ways to better serve my patients and clients.  I routinely attend continuing education seminars to expand my knowledge base while also sharing that knowledge with clients in the form of hands-on client education seminars.  In addition to equine chiropractic care, my veterinary interests also lie in ophthalmology, endocrine diseases, nutrition, rehabilitation, and lameness. I strive to provide a whole-horse approach to veterinary medicine, and I look forward to serving both you and your horse in the future!

I grew up outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, spending as much time as possible at the barn. After begging my parents, much babysitting, saving, and stall cleaning, my dream of having my own horse finally came true when I was fourteen. With my first horse, Perfect Timing, I competed mainly in the hunter divisions as a junior. I continued riding in college, serving as captain of the varsity intercollegiate equestrian team while pursuing a dual major in biology and French. After college, I spent a year teaching English in rural France (and also taking riding lessons in French!) Still, equine veterinary medicine remained on my mind, and I returned to the U.S. to attend veterinary school at the University of Minnesota. Following graduation, I completed a one-year internship with an equine referral and ambulatory practice in New Jersey, then returned to Pennsylvania to join an equine ambulatory and racetrack practice. While working at the track, I acquired my second horse, Celtic Wonder, and we had the incredible opportunity to compete at the 2016 Thoroughbred Makeover. After nearly 4 years in Pennsylvania, I was ready for a change in scenery, so I relocated to Colorado in the spring of 2017.
I love the variety and challenge of equine ambulatory practice, but I am especially passionate about geriatric horse care, dentistry, wound management, acupuncture, emergency medicine, and lameness/podiatry. Providing advanced, high quality equine care is my priority. I continually strive to offer my clients the most current treatment options and information. I’m excited to offer acupuncture services and look forward to adding new skills and services to continue providing comprehensive care for your horse.

I am a Wyoming native that grew up in Sundance on the outskirts of the Black Hills.  Growing up on a cattle ranch, horses were both an instrument for getting work done, but also provided an outlet that took me beyond the confines of the ranch through 4-H, FFA, and rodeo.  Being unable to decide between two diverse pasions, after high school I initially studied both music (piano and voice) and pre-veterinary studies at the University of Idaho (Moscow).  During the summers of my undergraduate studies I was fortunate to spend three years in Sitka, Alaska where I continued to develop my love for all things outdoors.  Following graduation with a music theory and applied music degree in 2007, I was given the opportunity to move to New York City where I worked as an operations administrator for an asset management company for three years.  Coming home to Wyoming got a little more difficult each time, eventually leading me to return to that initial passion of veterinary medicine.

Returning to Wyoming, I obtained a second Bachelors in pre-veterinary studies and then completed a Masters in Animal Science with an emphasis in nutrition.  The next step was veterinary school at Washington State University (Pullman).  By the end of my first semester, I knew I wanted to be an equine veterinarian.  Unfortunately, at the beginning of my fourth year of veterinary school, my mother was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease).  My plan to become an equine veterinarian took a backseat so I could move home to be with my mother.  After my mother passed I returned to the idea of being an equine-only veterinarian.  Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky had an opening for an ambulatory veterinary internship so I traded mixed animal practice and the mountains of Wyoming for an equine-only career in the bluegrass.  During my time as an associate with Hagyard, I developed a deeper interest in equine dentistry and sports horse medicine.  Being surrounded by green grass and horses was amazing, but eventually the call of the west became too great and I returned back to the Rockies.  Prior to joining Mobile Veterinary Services, I spent two years in Montana working both as an ambulatory and in-clinic general practitioner.

You will often find me accompanied by a canine companion and a cup of coffee.  When not working, I enjoy being outdoors as much as possible, whether hiking, having a fire in the backyard, or attending outdoor music venues.  I am looking forward to being back in a metropolitan area where I can attend baseball games, broadway shows, and make it up to Laramie for some football games (Go Pokes!).  I look forward to meeting you and your horses and am thrilled to work with such an amazing team as Mobile Veterinary Services!

There was never a doubt from a very young age that I had a passion and love for animals. I am from Briggsdale, Colorado, a small ranching /farming community located in Northeastern Colorado. My family has homesteaded and ranched in Briggsdale for over 100 years. I guess you could say I was born with it in my blood. I was fortunate and blessed growing up on a ranch gave me the ability to start riding horses and being around cattle with my family at the early age of four. I knew right away that I was happiest when I was horseback. I started competing in Junior Rodeo and Ranch Roping at age eight. I continued until I graduated high school. Today I still love to ranch rope and train colts. Even though I have had several horses over the years, it was only last year when I purchased my first horse on my own. She is a 4-year-old quarter horse that I am proud to say I have not only started and done all the groundwork, but with little help from a great trainer and friend, I have a well-started mare that I can now rope, gather and someday compete on. I am excited for the opportunity to learn and grow with such amazing people at the Mobile Vet. It’s not every day you get to do something you love.

My name is Cayla Chevalier and I have been in veterinary medicine for about 6 years. I spent about 3 years as an assistant in a small animal ER. After that, I transitioned into small animal general practice and I am currently going to school to obtain my certification as a veterinary technician. I love working with all animals and have really enjoyed the transition into equine medicine. I have one cat (Kalypso) and a Quarter Horse gelding (Ace). In my free time I enjoy trail riding, hiking, and camping. I am a Colorado native and enjoy spending all the time I can outside in this wonderful state!

Born and raised in Colorado, Taryn graduated from CSU with a degree in Equine Science and Agricultural Business. She pursued her passion for horses from a young age and has been actively involved in both training horses and teaching lessons for over 20 years. She became a PATH Certified Instructor in 2007, helping individuals with special needs accomplish their goals while learning how to ride. She has participated in multiple Extreme Mustang Makeover competitions and several of those mustangs became partners in her therapeutic riding and lesson program. She has also competed in the Equine Comeback Challenge and several local TIP challenges, consistently placing among the top performers. Teaching and training, along with helping horses in need, are her true passions and she loves the rewarding nature of her vocation. She spent several years working at the Harmony Equine Center, doing everything from basic equine and medical care to training horses and managing while there before joining the MVS team.

I grew up on farms and ranches all over Kansas. Horses were a part of my childhood, but I had lost touch with that passion until I met my husband in 2011. Being married to the equine vet (Dr. Baird) means I spend a lot of evenings and weekends in the truck or the office. Our son, Cayden, often accompanies us on emergency calls and it has been a positive influence as we raise him to be a strong young man. As a small business owner myself, I understand the special relationships we have with our clients and I enjoy working and growing our business together, as a family. I love the change of pace working at MVS gives me and I love that I learn something new every single day.

I grew up horseback and have been a horse owner my whole life. Working for MVS allows me to work with horses and keeps me connected with the horse community. For the last 25 years, I have been involved in the local community rodeo, serving both on the board and as president. Although now retired, I enjoyed being a volunteer firefighter for 15 years. Now, in my free time, I work with my pup, Charlie, or ride as a mounted ranger for Jeffco Parks with my husband, Dale.

I am a Colorado native, growing up in the southwestern suburbs of Denver.  I caught the horse bug when I was 9 or 10.  My parents were told that I would outgrow it – they’re still waiting.    I rode with the Westernaires Mounted Drill team from Jefferson County as a youth, where I met my husband.  We are both currently volunteers for the organization.   My family consists of my husband of almost 30 years, our two teen daughters, five horses, two dogs, four cats, assorted chickens, a guinea pig, and fish…  I spent the bulk of my career working for the State of Colorado – most recently in financial and policy analysis.   I continue to work part time for the State, and part time at Mobile helping coordinate office activities.  I am blessed to be able to work with a great group of people who have cared for my horses for over twenty years.

Emily has been a MVS client since 2017!

She is a 1998 CVT graduate of the Bel Rea Institute in Denver and has been working in both small animal and equine medicine for over 25 years. Emily has special passion and focus on practice management.

She is a horse woman and has had a horse training & sales business for 25 yrs with a background in hunter/jumper, although she is now adding in more western disciplines as well.

Emily lives in Arvada with her 13 year old daughter, 2 corgis, 1 cat & 3 horses!