The Irish Equine Centre (IEC) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation whose aim is to protect the wellbeing of Ireland’s horse population. It serves the overall interest of the Irish equine industry by its unceasing vigilance in seeking to maintain Ireland's "low disease status".

The IEC’s services are always available and emergency service is provided outside normal hours. Our expert veterinary surgeons, scientists, and laboratory technicians are always available to provide advice on specific cases and ensure the best clinical outcome is achieved.

The IEC provides laboratory services for the diagnosis, management, and prevention of diseases of horses. Our diagnostic services are informed by scientific excellence which is created by advanced and multi-disciplinary research into existing and emerging diseases.