TD Equine Veterinary Group

12/22/2023

🎄 Please be advised of our Holiday Hours over December and January. Although we will be closed for regular appointments, our on-call veterinarian will be available for emergencies. In the case of an emergency, please call us at (403) 691-9808.

Happy Holiday's!

12/15/2023

TD Equine Veterinary Group will be closed from 1 to 5 pm on Tuesday, December 19th for a staff event. The phones will remain open during this time. In the case of an emergency, please call us at (403) 691-9808!

Thank you for understanding! Happy Holidays from the TD Equine group!

12/14/2023

Seasons greetings from the team at TD Equine! Come by today to grab your TD Equine Calendar featuring some of our wonderful clients and their very photogenic equine companions.

12/10/2023

Today is International Veterinary Medicine Day! Today is a day to recognize the veterinary profession for working tirelessly to maintain the health and welfare of animals. Thank you to all veterinary professionals for your knowledge and compassion!

11/27/2023

🦷 Dental health is crucial to your horse’s comfort and longevity. Domestication has taken horses out of their natural environment, changed their eating patterns, and put increased demands on them at younger ages. Providing adequate dental care will keep them more comfortable, help them digest and utilize their food, and ultimately allow them to live longer and happier lives.

Dental exams should be performed during your horse’s annual physical exam. Doing so provides an excellent opportunity to identify abnormalities that may be present. Believe it or not, this gets more important as your horse gets older! Geriatric horses have aging teeth that wear unevenly, become loose or fractured, and are at a higher risk of developing painful periodontal diseases. Dental health is especially important heading into the winter months as the grass dies off, and they must rely on rougher forages such as hay.

Call your veterinarian today to schedule your annual dental examination and floats!

For more information, please visit the following links:
https://www.tdequinevet.com/news/
https://aaep.org/issue/everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-equine-dentistry
https://aaep.org/horsehealth/importance-maintaining-health-your-horses-mouth

11/21/2023

Found cat: intact male DSH Orange Tabby

No microchip or tattoo

White muzzle, chin, and chest

Please call TD Equine if you have any information about this sweet kitty! 403-691-9808

11/20/2023

🪱🐴 Let’s talk about worms! The goal of deworming is to minimize parasitic disease and egg shedding while also avoiding the development of anthelmintic resistance. We strongly encourage owners to perform f***l egg counts (FEC) on their herd or individual horses at least once a year (usually in the Spring). FEC’s will identify which parasites are present in your horse(s) system so you can target your deworming treatments appropriately.

With the unseasonably warm weather this fall, we recommend waiting to administer your fall deworming treatment until after the first hard frost!

For more information, please visit the following link:
https://vmc.usask.ca/documents/fact-sheet-deworming-final.pdf

11/14/2023

🐈‍⬛ Young grey cat found on property of TD Equine Veterinary Group. She is very friendly and loves people! She has no microchip, tattoo or markings.

Please call TD Equine Veterinary Group with information at 403-691-9808

11/06/2023

Better late than never!! Please give a warm welcome to our outstanding intern, Dr. Sierra Shoemaker!

Sierra graduated from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2023. She was born and raised in SE Idaho where she grew up riding horses- dabbling in western pleasure, reining, and working ranch horse. Sierra did her undergraduate studies in Wyoming and Idaho. During veterinary school, Sierra spent her free time in the Equine Exercise Physiology & Research Lab working with Thoroughbred racehorses. This led her to the opportunity of presenting a personal research project at the International Conference of Equine Exercise Physiology (ICEEP) in Uppsala, Sweden in 2022. Sierra enjoys spending time with her dogs, hiking, fishing, and drawing/painting. Her professional interests include sports medicine, surgery, and exercise physiology and rehabilitation.

10/31/2023

🧙‍♀️👻🎃 Everyone at TD is celebrating the spooky season in style, including the cats. Come visit us... if you dare! 🫣

10/27/2023

🎤🎶 Dr. Millican’s assistant, Lauryn Dueck is the newest member of our team at TD, and we are so happy to have her! She does a fantastic job ensuring Dr. Millican’s day is efficient and organized. On her time off, you can find Lauryn training her horses or in the studio recording music.

10/26/2023

🐶🐎 Dr. Schaal’s assistant, Sierra Paterson is as hard-working as they come! She is passionate about the western horse world, making her and Dr. Schaal the perfect team. While not at work, Sierra can be found on the trails with her horses, Killian and Baloo and her adorable pup, Sophie.

10/25/2023

🐱 Dr. Crosby’s assistant, Catherine Carefoot is an absolute rockstar and always ensures their day runs smoothly. Not only does she share Dr. Crosby’s passion for performance horse medicine, but also her love of cats! You are sure to find these two snuggling the cats at every barn they visit. When Catherine isn’t working you can find her with her horses King and C**t, or her superpup Piper.

10/24/2023

🐴🏇 Up next is Adam Ramson, our newest Veterinary Technician. Adam is an extremely hard worker who consistently provides excellent care to all of his patients. We are thrilled to have Adam on our team! During his time off, Adam can be found showcasing his talents on the polo field!

10/23/2023

🦄 Let’s celebrate Veterinary Technician Appreciation month with a shout-out to our fantastic technician, Lynn Williams! Lynn is a jack of all trades and is often found showcasing her skills by assisting doctors with scopes and procedures, processing samples, and sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience with clients. She is an absolutely invaluable member of our team. Thank you Lynn for all that you do!

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10/17/2023

🐴📸 The deadline has been extended to October 20th!

Submit photos here: https://forms.gle/6JPY44LMrtZy43iY8

10/17/2023

🐴📸 Please participate in this year's calendar photo contest! TD Equine invites you to submit photos of your equine friends to be featured in our 2024 calendar. Photo submissions will be accepted until October 15th, 2023. We value our clients and our patients alike, we can’t wait to see your submissions!

Submit photos here: https://forms.gle/6JPY44LMrtZy43iY8

10/05/2023

🐴🩺 Colic is a condition well-known to most horse owners and is considered a veterinary emergency. Knowing the signs of colic is extremely important so you know what to do and understand how and when to get your veterinarian involved.

Colic is a term used to describe generalized “abdominal pain” in horses (ie. a belly ache!), and it can present in many ways. Call your veterinarian if you notice any abnormal behaviours, if your horse goes off its feed, or if they show signs of pain/discomfort. Typically, horses will want to roll, act agitated, paw at the ground, flip their lip up, and look at their belly frequently.

Once you have notified your veterinarian that your horse is colicking, consider organizing transportation for your horse in case they require hospitalization. Although less than 10% of horses require surgery, part of responsible horse ownership includes having reliable access to transportation for your horse, especially during emergency situations.

It is never wrong to call your veterinarian to discuss what you are observing and decide when your horse needs to be seen! For more information on colic, please visit:

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/colic-updates-and-prevention

09/29/2023

𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐒𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐑𝐂𝐇𝐀 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐬

The NRCHA is excited to announce the latest million dollar rider, John Swales of Millarville, Alberta, Canada. Swales is also the first Canadian rider to pass the million dollar mark in the NRCHA.

Swales crossed the million dollar mark at the Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity, Derby, & Cow Horse Show at the end of August. Going into the event, Swales was just over $10,000 from the milestone. After earning top placings in both the Open Bridle, Futurity, and Derby events, Swales brought his lifetime earnings to $1,009,932.79.

“A couple of years ago, I realized that earning a million dollars in the reined cow horse was a possibility. At the beginning of this year, I knew that it was in reach and so I thought it would be a cool thing to accomplish,” Swales said. “I actually didn’t realize I had won as much as I did to this point in the year until my sister [Veronica Swales] told me.”

Read more ➡️ https://nrcha.co/john-swales-million

The NRCHA will induct Swales, along with Ken Wold and Luke Jones, into the NRCHA Million Dollar Club at the 2023 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity® Open Finals on Saturday, October 21, at the Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas.

08/30/2023

*EYE CASE*👀

This horse presented to Dr Liz Hanly on emergency for an acutely swollen eye and a small laceration to the lower eyelid. The horse was sedated and given anti-inflammatories to facilitate a thorough eye exam (Flunixin). The eye was then flushed out with a sterile solution to remove debris. Next, the eye was stained with fluorescein stain, which only sticks to damaged corneal tissue to identify when superficial corneal ulceration is present.

In this case, a superficial corneal ulcer was identified. The pupil was also found to be “miotic,” meaning it was small and constricted due to pain associated with the ulcer. The upper and lower conjunctiva were swollen and red from trauma.

Treatment consisted of topical Atropine, Tobrex ointment, and oral Flunixin. Atropine allows the pupil to relax and dilate, which also helps alleviate some ocular pain. Tobrex is a topical antibiotic ointment used to prevent bacterial infection of the damaged corneal tissue. This is applied 4-6 times daily until the ulcer is resolved. Oral Flunixin is an anti-inflammatory and pain killer that is given to improve comfort.

Injury to the eye is always considered an emergency, so call your veterinarian if your horse shows signs of eye pain or injury!

For more information about corneal ulcers, please visit:

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/wait-and-see-wont-work-equine-corneal-problems

08/18/2023

Injury to the eye is always considered an emergency, making it very important to understand the signs of eye pain. If you suspect your horse has an eye injury, call your veterinarian immediately!

Corneal ulceration is one of the most common injuries to the equine eye, often caused by trauma. The cornea is a transparent membrane forming the top layer of the eye. When the cornea is injured, fluorescein stain dye will adhere to the damaged tissue, allowing your veterinarian to identify the defect(s). Signs of corneal ulcers include squinting and tearing excessively, swollen eyelid(s), ocular discharge, and opacity of the cornea.

Uveitis is an inflammatory condition of the uvea, a layer within the eye. It is described as acute (in response to a primary issue) or chronic/recurrent (immune-mediated). Clinical signs include squinting, corneal edema, ocular discharge, constricted pupil, and blood or pus within the eye's anterior chamber. The number one cause of blindness in horses worldwide is due to complications associated with uveitis.

Keratitis is inflammation of the cornea due to bacterial, fungal, viral, parasitic, traumatic, or immune-mediated causes. Clinical signs resemble corneal ulceration with treatment dictated by the causative agent.

Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva, the inner pink tissues of the eyelids. It is caused by allergies and insect irritation leading to redness and swelling with ocular discharge. Treatment includes addressing the underlying condition and consistent use of a fly mask!

Treatment of eye conditions is often successful but can be long and costly. Enucleation (removal of the eye) is an option for cases unsuitable for medical treatment or those prohibited by the cost of treatment.

For more information on common conditions of the equine eye, please visit:

https://www.tdequinevet.com/news/

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/common-equine-eye-conditions #:~:text=Horses%20are%20particularly%20vulnerable%20to,the%20front%20of%20the%20eye.

06/11/2023

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) is a very common condition in horses, especially in our performance animals. It is a multifactorial disease caused by various physiologic, environmental, and management factors.

Commonly, you will notice changes in their behaviour, body condition, and appetite. Your horse may also act colicky soon after eating. If you notice any of these signs and are concerned your horse suffers from EGUS, contact your veterinarian to schedule a Gastroscopy. This is the only reliable way to diagnose gastric ulcers in the horse. Treatment will include daily oral medications as well as some management and diet changes.

For more information on gastric ulcers, please visit:

https://www.tdequinevet.com/news/

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/equine-gastric-ulcer-syndrome #:~:text=In%20adult%20horses%2C%20the%20prevalence,glandular%20mucosa%20to%20aggressive%20factors.

04/26/2023

Has your horse gotten its spring vaccines yet?!

With spring comes better weather, outdoor horse shows, and the return of mosquitos! Every season brings its own set of challenges to your horse’s health. In the springtime, it's the bugs! Help protect them with their annual spring vaccines against West Nile Virus and Eastern/Western Equine Encephalomyelitis.

Risk-based vaccine requirements vary between horses based on their geographic location and athletic uses. Talk with your veterinarian to develop an appropriate vaccine schedule for your horse!

To learn more about vaccination guidelines and vaccines themselves, visit the following websites:

https://www.tdequinevet.com/news/

https://www.bicanadaequine.ca/horse-vaccines/how-often-should-i-vaccinate

https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/risk-based-vaccination-guidelines

https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/core-vaccination-guidelines

04/08/2023

Foaling is a momentous occasion, especially after waiting 11 months for the pregnancy! Most mares will progress through labour and delivery without complications, but preparing for any scenario is important. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the normal changes a mare undergoes as she prepares to deliver her foal and the normal stages of parturition (birthing). Keep your veterinarian’s phone number close by in case any complications occur.

Once the foal has been delivered, keep track of the time and ensure the first three milestones of postpartum life are met; standing within 1 hour, nursing within 2 hours, and placenta passed within 3 hours.

For more detailed information on the foaling mare, visit:

https://www.tdequinevet.com/news/

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/foaling-mare-newborn-preparing-safe-successful-foal-delivery?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=American%20Association%20of%20Equine%20Practitioners&fbclid=IwAR23JRYOCrsvufbzoRlbQVpv5unM_exvXtJMgz1FzUbRIx8P119SX_w8u-s

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/equine-reproduction-conception-birth?fbclid=IwAR1mr1qFp-PprcTCYpjyVUDaz6BoGXLZlRPmjHI7dLgASnvZ4NwU-KgOYRQ

04/06/2023

Some changes to drug withdrawal times before the upcoming show season. The changes will take place May 1 for Equestrian Canada competitions.

❗️Important Notice ❗️

The Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (CPMA) has advised there will be upcoming changes to their Elimination Guidelines (EG) effective April 3, 2023. Testing according to these new guidelines will come into effect for EC sanctioned competitions on May 1, 2023.

Please ensure treatment plans are adjusted accordingly and allow adequate elimination periods to be compliant as of May 1, 2023.

Click here for the full CPMA EG Updates:
➡️ https://bit.ly/40tEG9f

Click here for the full CPMA EG Guidelines
➡️ https://bit.ly/42R51zF

❗️ Avis important ❗️

L’Agence canadienne du pari mutuel (ACPM) a annoncé des changements à venir aux Guides d’élimination, qui entreront en vigueur le 3 avril 2023. Les modifications liées au dépistage seront appliquées dans les concours sanctionnés de CE à compter du 1er mai 2023.

Veuillez vous assurer d'ajuster vos plans de traitement en conséquence et de respecter les périodes d'élimination nécessaires afin de respecter les règles en date du 1er mai 2023.

Pour consulter les changements aux Guides d'élimination de l'ACPM
➡️ https://bit.ly/3TYx0ZX

Pour consulter les Guides d'élimination de l'ACPM
➡️ https://bit.ly/40NPtLb

📸 Laurel Jarvis - RingSide Media

12/23/2021

Happy Holidays from all of us at TD Equine Veterinary Group!

Please note, our holiday hours will be as follows:

December 23 8:30am-5:00pm
December 24, 25, 26, 27 Closed
December 28, 29, 30 8:30am-5:00pm
December 31 Closed
January 1 & 2 Closed
January 3 Regular Hours Resume

📸 Ralynn Melissa Photography

12/07/2021

‘Workin’ hard, or hardly workin’?’

Dr‘s Millican and Greenbank are evidently having a great time taking in some continuing education at the conference in Nashville TN this week! 🐴

11/24/2021

🎄🚨 Handsome patient alert🚨🎄

Our friend ‘Thomas’ was just in for his yearly dental exam and float. Feeling his best, now he is ready for the holiday season. Show us your equine partners in their best holiday apparel in the comments!

11/11/2021

TD Equine is closed today to honor those lost in battle for our country.
Thank you to our Canadian soldiers and veterans for your brave efforts to preserve our freedom! ❤️

As always, our on call vet is available for emergencies on our main office line.