Becker Equine was founded in 2020 as an exclusive ambulatory service serving New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. In 2021, the practice relocated to Texas and expanded into a full-service haul-in hospital located on a 16-acre facility in South Navasota.
Today, Becker Equine offers emergency care, surgery, sports medicine, routine care, and advanced reproductive services. We also provide consulting services to veterinarians and equine professionals across the United States and internationally.
Our hospital includes:
- 14 stalls
- 11 individual turnout paddocks
- Round pen and working arena
- Two examination areas
- Industry-standard concrete lameness pad
- 24/7 monitored care
Our mission
To inspire and nurture people and their equine partners to reach their full potential through delivering compassionate, high quality medical and surgical veterinary care from birth through retirement.
Our Core Values
Compassion
We treat horses and their owners with dignity, empathy, and respect. Every patient is cared for as if they were our own.
Excellence
We strive to exceed expectations in medical care, client service, and professional collaboration.
Integrity & Clarity
We believe in open, transparent communication. Clear information and honest guidance are fundamental to our standard of care.
Dedication
We are committed to helping both horses and owners achieve their highest potential.
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Rolf Becker Modesto, VMD, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons – Large Animal
Veterinary Medicine Doctor (VMD): Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Parana – Brazil
Internship: University of Minnesota; Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Research Fellowship – Comparative Orthopaedic Research Lab – University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center
Residency: University of Minnesota
Dr. Dane Tatarniuk, DVM, MSc, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons – LA (consulting veterinarian)
Doctor in Veterinary Medicine (DVM): Western College of Veterinary Medicine – Canada
Internship: Littleton Equine – Colorado
Residency: University of Minnesota
Dr. Juan Samper, DVM, MSc, PhD, Diplomate American College of Theriogenologists (consulting veterinarian)
Our Staff
Jose Novelo, DVM (Patient Care Manager / Researcher)
Lucas Sobral, DVM (Breeding Manager)
Yvette Solares (Front Desk)
Claitlan Beyer (Front Desk)
Kirby Tappe, EDP
Reinaldo Contreras (Veterinary Technician)
Jesus Sierra (Barn Manager)
Luis Fernando Medina (Veterinary Technician)