Your horse's health is our priority
EXPERT equine CARE IN North AMerica
Clarina Equine proudly serves horse owners across North Carolina, Texas and nationwide. We take pride in providing our patients with the best care, doing everything in our hands for the health and safety of your four-legged friends. We work to make sure your horse is the healthiest they can be, and to reciprocate the unconditional love they give to us.
Skillful, Compassionate care
Carol Atholi, BVM&S Cert AVP
Dr. Carol Atholi is an Irish equine veterinarian who grew up competing both horses and ponies and has practiced across many countries to build a wide range of specialist equine experience. She holds a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice focused on equine orthopaedics and sports medicine, and is known for being approachable and easy to talk to. At home, she shares life with her husband, young son and retired jumpers and rescue pony!
24/7 Emergency Triage
Worried about your horse right now? Speak with an equine vet any time, day or night, and find out how urgent it is and what to do next.
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Reproductive & Sports Horse Medicine Consults
Expert advice for breeding mares, stallions, and performance horses, from planning a foal to keeping your athlete sound and competing.
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General Horse Health Consults
Everyday questions about feeding, weight, hooves, worming, vaccines, or behavior? Get friendly, expert advice from an equine vet.
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REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS
Carol previously worked for me at my mixed animal veterinary clinic in East Texas. I completely trust her judgement and decision making when caring for my clients and patients. She is a brilliant veterinarian and approaches all of her cases with compassion and the highest level of integrity. I highly recommend her!
- dr. Josh Haddox-
Fantastic service at the end of the phone. Gives great recommendations for further investigations in Ireland 5*
- Sarah Lou Keane -
Best equine vet we've ever had. Under Carol's care our horses and poniesreceived excellent expert diagnosis and appropriate, effective treatment.During Covid online communication was essential for monitoring progresswhen our equine friends were recovering from illness and injury. Photos,videos and regular telephone conversations were held at all hours of the dayand nothing was too much trouble The health and wellbeing of our animalsalways came first and it was a real comfort to know that we had suchcontinuous support. I would highly recommend this service to any horseowner for the best care as well as peace of mind.
- Sally Hindmarsh -
Carol is a brilliant vet and she is at the end of the phone wherever you are in the world. Top class service.
- Lucy Cusack -
'I first met Carol a few year's ago when my horse, who was then a 3 year old,sustained a serious injury whilst she was turned out in the field. She was brilliant at diagnosing this and a pleasure to deal with, she gave meconfidence and reassurance. I followed her advice with regards to herrecovery and she has never had any set backs. Pimms is now one of the topworking hunters in the UK having been reserve at HOYS in 2022 and last year,2025, winning the lightweight working hunter championship at the RoyalInternational Horse Show and then getting reserve champion. When she toldme she was leaving our vets practice I was so disappointed as Carol was theonly vet that I felt happy about dealing with and I was very concerned aboutwho I would use when she had left. I would highly recommend Carol, she is afantastic vet.
- helen dyer -
Carol, is a brilliant vet, conscientious and thorough. She is extremely knowledgeable and leaves no stone unturned. She is the person to contact for your veterinary issues. 100% recommend Carol.
- Eleanor O'Dea -
Fantastic equine vet! Thorough, gentle, incredibly knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to horses. I trust them completely with my horse’s health.
- Gillian McCarthy -
Carol is simply one of the best equine vets I have ever used. We have a large yard In the uk with over 130 horses from jumpers to hunter and riding school ponies. All the horses received the same standard of brilliant care and carol’s knowledge was second to none. I wouldn’t hesitate to use
- Shannon Lavinia Wilson -
Carol is an excellent vet with an abundance of knowledge. Amazing service to offer.
- Doireann Collins -
Carol is an exceptional equine vet. Her knowledge,care,and attention to detail are outstanding, and she always goes above and beyond to ensure the best outcome for every horse. Her service is fantastic-professional,reliable, and delivered with genuine passion. I couldn’t recommend Carol more highly!
