Contact us at (605) 651-9327 or eastriverequinevet@gmail.com
about us
Dr. Kara Robbins-Moret
Dr. Kara's journey into equine veterinary medicine began with her upbringing where she was participated in rodeo and the horse industry. This early exposure instilled a deep understanding and appreciation for the unique needs of equine athletes.
She completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University in 2022. Dr. Kara then pursued further training through 1-year internship at Littleton Equine Medical Center. She gained invaluable hands-on experience in general equine practice and emergency care, honing her diagnostic and treatment skills under the guidance of seasoned professionals.
Driven by her desire gain a deeper understanding of equine sports medicine, Dr. Kara pursued a 1-year sports medicine fellowship with mentors Dr. Will French and Dr. Terry Swanson, also at Littleton Equine Medical Center. During this fellowship, she worked on advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques for optimizing the health and performance of equine athletes.
Returning back to South Dakota, Dr. Kara hopes to use this knowledge to provide excellent care to the horses in the area. Outside of her professional career, Dr. Kara still tries to go to the occasional barrel race, continuing to foster her lifelong love for horses. Her unique blend of experience, education, and passion makes her a trusted advocate for equine health and welfare.
Morgan Anderson
Morgan has been with East River Equine since the beginning. She has developed into the business's right hand women that is essential to our daily work and is appointed "lab specialist."
Morgan has always been passionate about horses and avid barrel racer. A 2020 graduate of Brookings High School, Morgan co-founded M2 Performance Horses with her mother in 2021. Together, they built a facility that integrates cutting-edge equine therapies, including Aquatread, rehab services, PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy), and Equivibe therapy. Their goal is to enhance performance and support the well-being of the horse.
In addition to her work at M2 Performance Horses, Morgan competes in both amateur and WPRA (Women's Professional Rodeo Association) rodeos. Currently a cardholder with the WPRA, she is committed to pursuing her passion for rodeo while supporting the growth of her business and the advancement of equine care.
When she's not working with horses or competing in rodeos, Morgan enjoys furthering her knowledge in equine rehabilitation and performance, always looking for ways to provide the best care for the horses she trains.
Tayler Jutz
Tayler is a recent addition to the East River Equine team and has been essential to helping with daily tasks along with trying to keep Dr. Kara recent on paperwork and patient files. Tayler has also taken a strong interest in gastroscopy and endoscopy making her the go to during those diagnostics.
Tayler, a native of Litchfield, MN, is currently pursuing a degree in Agricultural Business with a minor in Equine Studies at South Dakota State University. Her passion for horses runs deep, inspired by her grandmother and mother. She has been competing in equestrian events since the age of five.
Outside of her equestrian pursuits, Tayler enjoys snowmobiling, spending time with her family, and relaxing at the lake.
Lori Robbins
Lori has been apart of East River Equine before it even started. Her and her husband/East River Equine on-call contractor, Mike (and Dr. Kara's father) were the vision behind the property that East River Equine sits on today. She also is vital as a fill in assistant on Fridays or on-call. Lori helps with the behind the scenes bookwork and organization of the company.
Lori was born in Huron, SD, and has lived in Brookings since 1978. Although she had a passion for horses from childhood, Lori purchased her first horse at the age of 27 and has been involved with horses in one capacity or another ever since. She enjoyed watching her daughters, Kara and Shana, develop a passion for horses and competing in rodeo and barrel racing throughout the years. She currently competes in barrel racing with her horse Grey Grey.
Outside of horses, Lori works as the office manager for Robbins Construction and Ekern Plumbing and Heating. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, reading the occasional book, and taking time to relax with family.
Bobbie Chambers Wilson
Bobbie has been vital to the East River Equine family as a fill in assistant whenever it's needed. She always lights up the room with her smiling face and wonderful attitude.
Born in Clear Lake, SD, Bobbie gradually moved East with family and happily moved back to South Dakota in 2022. She started riding at the age of six and started her first horse job at the age of seven, cleaning stalls in exchange for riding lessons. In 2005, she began training for five years with two-time Olympic dressage competitor and trainer, Lendon Gray.
Bobbie currently has three beloved adopted horses: two off-the-track Thoroughbreds (Quick and Sweet) and a chocolate palomino Shetland pony named Cinnamon. She currently teaches recreational hunt seat and dressage riding to children and adults at Jessica Andronowitz's Bay View Farms in Brookings, SD. Bobbie also began teaching therapeutic riding (P.A.T.H. Standards) at Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Center and the S.T.A.R.S (Special Training and Riding Skills) in Brookings.
Along with her equestrian talents, Bobbie is passionate about bees and works as a Agroecology Specialist and Beekeeper at Ecdysis Foundation in Estelline, SD, as well as keeping bees at home!