Polk Equine is proud to serve the Lake Wales FL area for everything equine related. Our Veterinary clinic is owned by Dr. Katie Hennessy, who is a licensed, experienced large animal veterinarian.

Mission Statement
Polk Equine’s mission is to provide outstanding customer service, cost effective solutions pertaining to our clients ever-changing needs and providing humane and caring medical services to each and every one of our clients. We will achieve these standards through honest and ethical dedication to our clients and their animals.

Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your animals healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise. Polk Equine stays on top of the latest advances in equine healthcare technology. If you have any questions about how we can care for your horse, please don't hesitate to call us at (863) 287-8413. Thank you!

Dr. Katie Hennessy

University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, 2008

Equine Medical Center of Ocala, Internship May 2008- June 2009
Orlando Equine Veterinary Care, July 2009- June 2012

Polk Equine, June 2012- current

Cori Austeel

Cori has been a technician with Polk Equine since 2009. She is a 1995 business management graduate Onondaga Community College in Syracuse, New York.

Cori and her husband, Ken, enjoy competing with their horses Einstein’s Asset (aka Bob) and Heza Irish Twist (aka Twister) in the South Florida Reining Horse Association Competitions.